HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6815.20 – Peat; articles of peat n.e.c. or included
HS code 6815.20 is the 6-digit subheading for peat, articles of peat n.e.c. or included. It is used for peat moss, peat pellets, peat-based growing media, horticultural peat and peat pots.
What HS 6815.20 covers
This HS code covers peat and various articles manufactured from peat, excluding peat used as fuel (which falls under a different heading). Peat is a highly organic material formed from decomposed vegetation in wetlands, primarily traded for its excellent water retention and aeration properties, making it invaluable in horticulture and agriculture as a growing medium, soil conditioner, or potting mix component. It also finds use in filtration and as a raw material for certain industrial applications. Major importers are countries with large agricultural or horticultural sectors, such as the Netherlands, USA, and Germany, seeking high-quality growing media. Exporters typically include nations with extensive peatlands and processing capabilities, like Canada, Ireland, and the Baltic states. Key considerations in international trade include environmental concerns regarding peat extraction, leading to increasing demand for sustainable alternatives, and the varying quality and composition of peat from different sources.
- Covers
- Peat moss
- Peat pellets
- Peat-based growing media
- Horticultural peat
- Peat pots
- Compressed peat blocks
- Peat briquettes (non-fuel)
- Examples
- Jiffy Peat Pellets
- Lambert Peat Moss
- Premier Tech Horticulture Pro-Mix
- Klasmann-Deilmann substrates
Codes often confused with 6815.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 270300 if peat is intended for use as fuel, or with 140490 (vegetable products n.e.c.) if it's raw and unprocessed, not yet an 'article'. The 'articles of' is key here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 681520, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 681520 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $9.2M 30% of world exports
- 2 Denmark $5.5M 18% of world exports
- 3 United States $4.2M 14% of world exports
World total: $30M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $9.5M 27% of world imports
- 2 Canada $4.1M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $4.0M 11% of world imports
World total: $36M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 6815.20
Brazil does not split HS 6815.20: its NCM code is 6815.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6815.20
What is HS code 681520?
HS code 681520 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Peat; articles of peat n.e.c. or included. This HS code covers peat and various articles manufactured from peat, excluding peat used as fuel (which falls under a different heading). Peat is a highly organic material formed from decomposed vegetation in wetlands, primarily traded for its excellent water retention and aeration properties, making it invaluable in horticulture and agriculture as a growing medium, soil conditioner, or potting mix component. It also finds use in filtration and as a raw material for certain industrial applications. Major importers are countries with large agricultural or horticultural sectors, such as the Netherlands, USA, and Germany, seeking high-quality growing media. Exporters typically include nations with extensive peatlands and processing capabilities, like Canada, Ireland, and the Baltic states. Key considerations in international trade include environmental concerns regarding peat extraction, leading to increasing demand for sustainable alternatives, and the varying quality and composition of peat from different sources.
What products fall under HS code 681520?
Peat moss, Peat pellets, Peat-based growing media, Horticultural peat, Peat pots, Compressed peat blocks, Peat briquettes (non-fuel)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 681520?
This code can be confused with 270300 if peat is intended for use as fuel, or with 140490 (vegetable products n.e.c.) if it's raw and unprocessed, not yet an 'article'. The 'articles of' is key here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 681520?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 681520 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($9.2M, 30% of world exports), Denmark ($5.5M) and the United States ($4.2M). World exports came to about $30M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 681520?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 681520 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($9.5M, 27% of world imports), Canada ($4.1M) and Germany ($4.0M). World imports came to about $36M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 681520 structured?
HS code 681520 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 681520?
In Brazil, HS code 681520 is NCM 6815.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.