Product classification
HS code for Ammonium nitrate fertilizer: 3102.30
Fertilizers, mineral or chemical, nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Classification of ammonium nitrate fertilizer under HS 3102.30
Ammonium nitrate fertilizer is classified under HS code 310230, which specifically covers "Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution." This classification is highly precise because the product is explicitly identified as ammonium nitrate and its intended use as a fertilizer is paramount. Chapter 31 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to "Fertilizers," providing a specific framework for products primarily used to supply plant nutrients. Heading 3102 covers "Mineral or chemical fertilizers, nitrogenous." The subheading 310230 directly names ammonium nitrate, recognizing its significant role as a nitrogen source in agriculture. This ensures that ammonium nitrate, when presented as a fertilizer, is correctly distinguished from its pure chemical form or other industrial applications, facilitating accurate trade documentation.
- Covers
- Granular ammonium nitrate fertilizer
- Prilled ammonium nitrate fertilizer
- Ammonium nitrate in aqueous solution for agricultural use
- Calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN) when ammonium nitrate is the predominant component
- Also under 3102.30
- YaraBela Ammonium Nitrate
- OCI Nitrogen Ammonium Nitrate
- EuroChem Ammonium Nitrate
- CF Industries Ammonium Nitrate
Codes often confused with 3102.30
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for ammonium nitrate fertilizer primarily involve distinguishing it from its pure chemical form. HS code 283429, covering "Nitrates; other than of potassium," would include pure ammonium nitrate as an inorganic chemical compound. However, when ammonium nitrate is specifically prepared, packaged, and marketed for use as a fertilizer, its classification shifts to Chapter 31, reflecting its functional use. The distinction lies in the explicit "fertilizer" designation and presentation. Another potential misclassification is with 310210, which is for "Urea, whether or not in aqueous solution." While both are nitrogenous fertilizers, they are distinct chemical compounds and have separate HS classifications within Chapter 31, requiring careful identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 310230 (the code used for ammonium nitrate fertilizer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 310230 (the code used for ammonium nitrate fertilizer) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 11% of world imports. Peru did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 47% of its imports here ($101M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 310230, not only ammonium nitrate fertilizer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$993M 33% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $250M 8.2% of world exports
- 3 Bulgaria $204M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $352M 11% of world imports
- 2 Canada $184M 5.8% of world imports
- 3 India $168M 5.3% of world imports
Peru did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 47% of its imports here ($101M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $3.2B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 ammonium nitrate fertilizer
Brazil classifies ammonium nitrate fertilizer under NCM 3102.30.00: HS 3102.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about ammonium nitrate fertilizer
What is the HS code for Ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for Ammonium nitrate fertilizer is 310230 (Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution). The HS code for Ammonium nitrate fertilizer is 310230, which specifically covers "Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution."
How do I classify Ammonium nitrate fertilizer for customs?
Ammonium nitrate fertilizer is classified under HS code 310230 — Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
When is ammonium nitrate classified under Chapter 28 instead of Chapter 31?
Ammonium nitrate is classified under Chapter 28 (e.g., 283429) when it is presented as a pure chemical compound for industrial or laboratory use, without the explicit designation or formulation as a fertilizer. Its classification shifts to Chapter 31 when it is clearly intended and prepared for agricultural application as a fertilizer.
Which countries are the top exporters of ammonium nitrate fertilizer (HS 310230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 310230 (the code used for ammonium nitrate fertilizer) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $993M, 33% of world exports), the United States ($250M) and Bulgaria ($204M). World exports came to about $3.0B, 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 ammonium nitrate fertilizer (HS 310230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 310230 (the code used for ammonium nitrate fertilizer) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($352M, 11% of world imports), Canada ($184M) and India ($168M). World imports came to about $3.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Peru did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 47% of its imports here ($101M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Ammonium nitrate fertilizer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 310230 for Ammonium nitrate fertilizer 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 ammonium nitrate fertilizer in Brazil?
In Brazil, ammonium nitrate fertilizer (HS 310230) is classified under NCM 3102.30.00.