Product classification
HS code for Fertilizer distributor: 8432.42
Spreaders and distributors, for manure and fertilizers, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry use, fertiliser distributors.
Classification of fertilizer distributor under HS 8432.42
Fertilizer distributors are classified under HS code 8432.42. This code is part of Chapter 84, which encompasses nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Specifically, heading 8432 covers agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation. Subheading 8432.42 is dedicated to distributors and spreaders for fertilizers. The classification is based on the machine's mechanical function of evenly dispersing fertilizing materials over land. These machines can be self-propelled, towed by a tractor, or mounted on a vehicle. The essential character of the machine must be its specialized design for agricultural nutrient management. This includes both dry granular spreaders and liquid fertilizer distributors, provided they are designed for field application rather than general-purpose spraying.
- Covers
- Centrifugal fertilizer spreaders
- Pneumatic fertilizer distributors
- Drop-style fertilizer spreaders
- Liquid fertilizer applicators for agricultural use
- Towed broadcast spreaders
- Mounted fertilizer hoppers with distribution mechanisms
- Also under 8432.42
- Amazone ZA-M fertilizer spreaders
- Kverneland Exacta CL fertilizer spreaders
- Sulky Burel X40/X50 spreaders
- Vicon RO-EDW spreaders
- John Deere dry fertilizer applicators
Codes often confused with 8432.42
Common mistake. Fertilizer distributors are frequently confused with manure spreaders, which are classified under HS code 8432.41. While the mechanical action is similar, the HS distinguishes between the two based on the material being spread. Another common error is classifying liquid distributors under 8424.82 (agricultural sprayers). If the machine is specifically designed for fertilizer distribution rather than general pest control or irrigation, 8432.42 is the more specific and correct code. Hand-operated tools for spreading are classified in Chapter 82.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843242 (the code used for fertilizer distributor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843242 (the code used for fertilizer distributor) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 16% 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 843242, not only fertilizer distributor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $136M 36% of world exports
- 2 Denmark $37M 9.9% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $36M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $377M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $67M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $37M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 France $26M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $425M 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 fertilizer distributor
Brazil classifies fertilizer distributor under NCM 8432.42.00: HS 8432.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fertilizer distributor
What is the HS code for Fertilizer distributor?
The HS code for Fertilizer distributor is 843242 (Spreaders and distributors; for manure and fertilizers, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry use; fertiliser distributors). The HS code for mechanical fertilizer distributors and spreaders used in agriculture, horticulture, or forestry is 8432.42.
How do I classify Fertilizer distributor for customs?
Fertilizer distributor is classified under HS code 843242 — Spreaders and distributors; for manure and fertilizers, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry use; fertiliser distributors. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include manure spreaders?
No, manure spreaders are classified separately under HS code 8432.41.
Which countries are the top exporters of fertilizer distributor (HS 843242)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843242 (the code used for fertilizer distributor) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($136M, 36% of world exports), Denmark ($37M) and the Netherlands ($36M). World exports came to about $377M, 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 fertilizer distributor (HS 843242)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843242 (the code used for fertilizer distributor) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($67M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($37M) and France ($26M). World imports came to about $425M, 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 Fertilizer distributor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843242 for Fertilizer distributor 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 fertilizer distributor in Brazil?
In Brazil, fertilizer distributor (HS 843242) is classified under NCM 8432.42.00.