Product classification
HS code for Alachlor: 2924.25
Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, alachlor (ISO) and its salts.
Classification of alachlor under HS 2924.25
Alachlor is classified under HS code 292425, which specifically covers "Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; alachlor (ISO) and its salts." This classification is based on the chemical structure of alachlor, identifying it as a derivative of cyclic amides. The HS nomenclature prioritizes the chemical identity and structure for organic compounds. Alachlor is an internationally recognized (ISO) common name for a widely used herbicide. Its specific inclusion in this subheading indicates its distinct chemical profile within the broader category of cyclic amides, ensuring precise identification for trade and regulatory purposes.
- Covers
- Pure alachlor chemical compound
- Alachlor in technical grade form
- Alachlor salts
- Alachlor formulations (where the active ingredient is the primary focus for classification, not the final product form for retail)
- Also under 2924.25
- Monsanto (for Alachlor)
- UCB Pharma (for Piracetam)
- BASF (for Caprolactam derivatives)
- Lonza
- Merck KGaA
Codes often confused with 2924.25
Common mistake. Alachlor might be misclassified under more general chemical headings, such as 292429 (Other cyclic amides and their derivatives) if its specific ISO name were not recognized, or potentially under 3808 (Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles). However, 292425 is highly specific for alachlor as a pure chemical compound and its salts. Classification under 3808 would typically apply to alachlor when it is prepared as a finished herbicide product for retail sale or specific application, rather than the bulk chemical itself. The distinction is crucial between the pure chemical substance and its formulated end-use product.
Top exporters and importers of HS 292425 (the code used for alachlor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 292425 (the code used for alachlor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 99% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 57% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 292425, not only alachlor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.0M 99% of world exports
- 2 Denmark $9K 0.5% of world exports
- 3 Germany $7K 0.4% of world exports
World total: $2.1M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $2.1M 57% of world imports
- 2 Japan $1.2M 33% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $117K 3.1% of world imports
World total: $3.7M 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 alachlor
Brazil classifies alachlor under NCM 2924.25.00: HS 2924.25 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about alachlor
What is the HS code for Alachlor?
The HS code for Alachlor is 292425 (Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; alachlor (ISO) and its salts). The HS code for alachlor (ISO) and its salts, as a cyclic amide derivative, is 292425.
How do I classify Alachlor for customs?
Alachlor is classified under HS code 292425 — Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; alachlor (ISO) and its salts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why is Alachlor classified under cyclic amides?
Alachlor is classified under cyclic amides because its molecular structure contains a cyclic amide functional group. This chemical characteristic is the primary determinant for its placement within HS heading 2924, which encompasses cyclic amides and their derivatives. The HS nomenclature for organic chemicals often groups compounds based on their predominant functional groups, ensuring a systematic classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of alachlor (HS 292425)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 292425 (the code used for alachlor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.0M, 99% of world exports), Denmark ($9K) and Germany ($7K). World exports came to about $2.1M, 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 alachlor (HS 292425)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 292425 (the code used for alachlor) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($2.1M, 57% of world imports), Japan ($1.2M) and Belgium ($117K). World imports came to about $3.7M, 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.
Is the HS code for Alachlor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 292425 for Alachlor is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for alachlor in Brazil?
In Brazil, alachlor (HS 292425) is classified under NCM 2924.25.00.