Product classification
HS code for Quebracho extract: 3201.10
Tanning extracts of vegetable origin, quebracho extract.
Classification of quebracho extract under HS 3201.10
Quebracho extract is classified under HS code 3201.10, which falls under Chapter 32 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers tanning or dyeing extracts, tannins and their derivatives, and dyes. Heading 3201 is specifically dedicated to tanning extracts of vegetable origin. Quebracho extract, derived from the heartwood of the Schinopsis tree species native to South America, is one of the most significant vegetable tanning agents used in the leather industry. The classification 3201.10 is a specific "dash-level" entry for this extract, reflecting its global trade importance. The extract is valued for its high tannin content and its ability to produce firm, durable leather. Classification under this code requires the product to be a natural extract; synthetic versions or mixtures with synthetic tanning substances may require classification under different headings. The physical form—whether liquid, solid, or powder—does not generally change the primary four-digit heading, provided the substance remains a vegetable tanning extract. This classification ensures that natural tanning agents are tracked separately from synthetic alternatives, which is vital for environmental and industrial standards.
- Covers
- Solid quebracho tanning extract
- Liquid quebracho extract for leather processing
- Powdered quebracho extract
- Natural vegetable tanning extracts derived from Schinopsis trees
- Also under 3201.10
- Unitan Quebracho
- Silvateam Quebracho
- Indunor Quebracho
- Tanac Quebracho
- Mimosa Quebracho
Codes often confused with 3201.10
Common mistake. Quebracho extract is sometimes confused with HS code 3201.20, which is specifically for wattle extract, or 3201.90, which covers other vegetable tanning extracts like oak or chestnut. It is also frequently confused with HS code 3202, which covers synthetic organic tanning substances and inorganic tanning substances.
Top exporters and importers of HS 320110 (the code used for quebracho extract), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 320110 (the code used for quebracho extract) in UN Comtrade data was Argentina, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 21% 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 320110, not only quebracho extract.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Argentina $27M 65% of world exports
- 2 United States $6.9M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $1.8M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $41M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $17M 21% of world imports
- 2 China $14M 17% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $12M 15% of world imports
World total: $83M 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 quebracho extract
Brazil classifies quebracho extract under NCM 3201.10.00: HS 3201.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about quebracho extract
What is the HS code for Quebracho extract?
The HS code for Quebracho extract is 320110 (Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; quebracho extract). The specific HS code for quebracho extract of vegetable origin is 3201.10.
How do I classify Quebracho extract for customs?
Quebracho extract is classified under HS code 320110 — Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; quebracho extract. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can synthetic tanning agents be classified under 3201.10?
No, synthetic tanning agents are classified under heading 3202. HS code 3201.10 is strictly for natural extracts derived from the quebracho tree.
Which countries are the top exporters of quebracho extract (HS 320110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 320110 (the code used for quebracho extract) in UN Comtrade data were Argentina ($27M, 65% of world exports), the United States ($6.9M) and Italy ($1.8M). World exports came to about $41M, 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 quebracho extract (HS 320110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 320110 (the code used for quebracho extract) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($17M, 21% of world imports), China ($14M) and Mexico ($12M). World imports came to about $83M, 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 Quebracho extract the same in all countries?
The base HS code 320110 for Quebracho extract 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 quebracho extract in Brazil?
In Brazil, quebracho extract (HS 320110) is classified under NCM 3201.10.00.