Product classification
HS code for Bulk insecticide: 3808.69
Insecticides, containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg.
Classification of bulk insecticide under HS 3808.69
Bulk insecticide, specifically those containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 38, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg, is classified under HS code 380869. This classification is determined by the type of active ingredients present (as specified in Subheading Note 2, which refers to certain persistent organic pollutants or similar substances) and the large packaging size. The "exceeding 7.5kg" criterion signifies bulk quantities intended for agricultural, industrial, or large-scale professional use, rather than small consumer applications. The '69' suffix indicates 'other' insecticides within this category, not specifically covered by more precise subheadings like 380861 or 380862.
- Covers
- Agricultural insecticides in large drums or bags, such as 20kg or 50kg.
- Concentrated insecticide solutions for dilution, supplied in 10-liter containers.
- Granular insecticides for broadcast application over large areas.
- Industrial pest control formulations in bulk, exceeding 7.5kg net weight.
- Also under 3808.69
- Chlorpyrifos (Corteva Agriscience - though restricted)
- Lambda-cyhalothrin (Syngenta)
- Malathion (various manufacturers)
- Imidacloprid (Bayer CropScience)
- Fipronil (BASF)
Codes often confused with 3808.69
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for bulk insecticides often arise from overlooking the specific active ingredients or the packaging size. HS code 380859 covers insecticides not containing goods named in Subheading Note 2, but also in packings exceeding 7.5kg; the distinction is the chemical composition. Insecticides in smaller retail packages (e.g., less than 7.5kg) would fall under different subheadings within 3808, depending on their active ingredients. It is crucial to consult Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 38 to correctly identify the active ingredient types that lead to classification under 3808.60.
Top exporters and importers of HS 380869 (the code used for bulk insecticide), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 380869 (the code used for bulk insecticide) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 75% 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 380869, not only bulk insecticide.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $180M 32% of world exports
- 2 France $129M 23% of world exports
- 3 United States $89M 16% of world exports
World total: $559M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $860M 75% of world imports
- 2 India $34M 3.0% of world imports
- 3 France $27M 2.4% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for bulk insecticide
Brazil splits HS 3808.69 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3808.69.10Alpha-cypermethrin, packings over 7.5 kg
- 3808.69.90Other Note 2 insecticides, over 7.5 kg
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bulk insecticide
What is the HS code for Bulk insecticide?
The HS code for Bulk insecticide is 380869 (Insecticides; containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg). The HS code for bulk insecticide, containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 38, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg, is 380869.
How do I classify Bulk insecticide for customs?
Bulk insecticide is classified under HS code 380869 — Insecticides; containing goods named in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, in packings of a net weight content exceeding 7.5kg. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What does "Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter" refer to in HS code 3808?
Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 38 specifies certain active ingredients, primarily persistent organic pollutants (POPs) like DDT, aldrin, dieldrin, endrin, heptachlor, chlordane, mirex, toxaphene, and hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH). Insecticides containing these substances are classified under subheadings 3808.61, 3808.62, or 3808.69, depending on the specific chemical and formulation.
Which countries are the top exporters of bulk insecticide (HS 380869)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 380869 (the code used for bulk insecticide) in UN Comtrade data were India ($180M, 32% of world exports), France ($129M) and the United States ($89M). World exports came to about $559M, 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 bulk insecticide (HS 380869)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 380869 (the code used for bulk insecticide) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($860M, 75% of world imports), India ($34M) and France ($27M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Bulk insecticide the same in all countries?
The base HS code 380869 for Bulk insecticide 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 bulk insecticide in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 380869 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for bulk insecticide depends on the product's details: 3808.69.10 (Alpha-cypermethrin, packings over 7.5 kg), 3808.69.90 (Other Note 2 insecticides, over 7.5 kg).