HS Code for Mixed fertilizer
Mixed fertilizers are classified under HS code 3105.90, which covers mineral or chemical fertilizers not elsewhere specified within heading 3105. Heading 3105 is reserved for fertilizers containing two or three of the primary fertilizing elements: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK). While subheadings like 3105.20 cover fertilizers containing all three elements, and others cover specific combinations like ammonium phosphates, 3105.90 acts as the other category for mixtures that do not fit the more specific descriptions. This includes fertilizers in tablets or similar forms, or in packages with a gross weight not exceeding 10 kg, as well as other complex mixtures. The classification is based on the chemical composition and the physical presentation of the product, ensuring that specialized agricultural inputs are tracked correctly. The inclusion of trace elements or micronutrients does not change the classification if the primary fertilizing elements are the basis for the mixture.
Products Included
- NPK fertilizers with trace elements
- Binary fertilizers (e.g., NK or PK mixtures)
- Fertilizers in tablets or small retail packages
- Specialty mineral fertilizer blends
- Potassic and nitrogenous mixtures
Common Misclassification
Mixed fertilizers are frequently misclassified under 3105.20, which is specifically for fertilizers containing the three fertilizing elements: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. If a mixture only contains two of these elements, it should be checked against 3105.30 through 3105.60. If it does not fit those specific categories, only then does it fall into 3105.90. Additionally, pure chemical fertilizers like urea (3102.10) or potassium chloride (3104.20) are often wrongly placed here when they are sold individually rather than as a mixture. Organic fertilizers are also excluded from this heading.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Mixed fertilizer?
The HS code for mixed mineral or chemical fertilizers not elsewhere specified is 3105.90.
Does this code include organic fertilizers?
No, animal or vegetable fertilizers, whether or not mixed together or chemically treated, are classified under heading 3101. Heading 3105 is strictly for mineral or chemical fertilizers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Mixed fertilizer?
The HS code for Mixed fertilizer is 310590 (Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; n.e.c. in heading no. 3105).
How do I classify Mixed fertilizer for customs?
Mixed fertilizer is classified under HS code 310590 — Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; n.e.c. in heading no. 3105. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Mixed fertilizer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 310590 for Mixed 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.