Product classification
HS code for Mosquito-borne disease test kits: 3822.12
Reagents, diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits, for zika and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes.
Classification of mosquito-borne disease test kits under HS 3822.12
Mosquito-borne disease test kits are classified under HS code 3822.12. This classification is situated within Chapter 38, which covers miscellaneous chemical products. Heading 3822 is dedicated to diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents. Subheading 3822.12 was specifically introduced to address the global health need for tracking diseases transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes, such as Zika, Dengue, and Chikungunya. The classification applies to kits that include the necessary reagents, such as antibodies or antigens, to detect the presence of these viruses in biological samples. To fall under this code, the product must be a prepared reagent or a kit containing such reagents. The technical nature of these kits involves complex chemical and biological interactions, distinguishing them from simple medical instruments. The specificity of the Aedes genus in the HS description is a critical factor for this classification, ensuring that these high-priority diagnostic tools are tracked accurately in international trade.
- Covers
- Zika virus rapid diagnostic test kits
- Dengue fever IgG/IgM antibody test kits
- Chikungunya virus detection reagents
- Yellow fever diagnostic laboratory kits
- Combined Aedes-borne disease screening panels
- Also under 3822.12
- CDC Zika MAC-ELISA
- InBios DENV Detect NS1 ELISA
- Euroimmun Chikungunya ELISA
- Altona Diagnostics RealStar Zika RT-PCR Kit
- Roche LightMix Zika rRT-PCR
Codes often confused with 3822.12
Common mistake. These kits are often confused with HS code 3822.11, which is specifically for Malaria test kits. While both are mosquito-borne, Malaria is caused by parasites (Plasmodium) often carried by the Anopheles mosquito, whereas 3822.12 is for Aedes-transmitted viral diseases. Another misclassification occurs under 3002.15, which covers immunological products put up in measured doses; however, if the product is a diagnostic kit with reagents, 3822.12 is the more specific heading according to the General Rules of Interpretation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 382212 (the code used for mosquito-borne disease test kits), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 382212 (the code used for mosquito-borne disease test kits) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 14% 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 382212, not only mosquito-borne disease test kits.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $108M 56% of world exports
- 2 United States $15M 8.0% of world exports
- 3 Germany $15M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $192M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Egypt $25M 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $21M 12% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $21M 12% of world imports
World total: $179M 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 mosquito-borne disease test kits
Brazil classifies mosquito-borne disease test kits under NCM 3822.12.00: HS 3822.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mosquito-borne disease test kits
What is the HS code for Mosquito-borne disease test kits?
The HS code for Mosquito-borne disease test kits is 382212 (Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for zika and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes). The specific HS code for diagnostic kits for diseases transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes (like Zika and Dengue) is 3822.12.
How do I classify Mosquito-borne disease test kits for customs?
Mosquito-borne disease test kits is classified under HS code 382212 — Reagents; diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing, prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, whether or not put up in the form of kits; for zika and other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are Malaria test kits classified under the same code?
No, Malaria test kits are classified under HS code 3822.11, as they are treated separately from Aedes-borne viral diseases in the Harmonized System.
Which countries are the top exporters of mosquito-borne disease test kits (HS 382212)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 382212 (the code used for mosquito-borne disease test kits) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($108M, 56% of world exports), the United States ($15M) and Germany ($15M). World exports came to about $192M, 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 mosquito-borne disease test kits (HS 382212)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 382212 (the code used for mosquito-borne disease test kits) in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($25M, 14% of world imports), Germany ($21M) and the Netherlands ($21M). World imports came to about $179M, 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 Mosquito-borne disease test kits the same in all countries?
The base HS code 382212 for Mosquito-borne disease test kits 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 mosquito-borne disease test kits in Brazil?
In Brazil, mosquito-borne disease test kits (HS 382212) is classified under NCM 3822.12.00.