Product classification
HS code for Tetrahydrocannabinols: 2932.95
Heterocyclic compounds, with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, (other than lactones or compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure), tetrahydrocannabinols (all isomers).
Classification of tetrahydrocannabinols under HS 2932.95
Tetrahydrocannabinols (THC), including all its isomers, are classified under HS code 2932.95. This code is located within Chapter 29, which deals with organic chemicals, specifically under heading 2932 for heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. The sub-heading 2932.95 was specifically introduced in the 2022 HS nomenclature update to provide a distinct and transparent classification for THC isomers, which are the primary psychoactive components of the cannabis plant. This classification covers both naturally derived THC and synthetically produced isomers. The chemical structure of THC involves a heterocyclic ring where oxygen is the only hetero-atom, which dictates its placement in heading 2932. Because THC is a strictly controlled substance under international law, such as the 1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances, having a specific HS code allows for better monitoring, reporting, and regulation of its international trade by customs authorities and narcotics boards.
- Covers
- Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (the primary psychoactive isomer)
- Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol
- Synthetic THC isomers
- Dronabinol (synthetic Delta-9-THC)
- Chemically pure THC extracts (not containing plant matter)
- Also under 2932.95
- Marinol (Dronabinol)
- Syndros (Dronabinol)
- Sativex (contains THC, though often classified elsewhere)
- specific research-grade THC standards
Codes often confused with 2932.95
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification is using HS code 1302.19, which covers 'Vegetable saps and extracts.' While crude cannabis extracts (like hash oil) containing a mix of cannabinoids and plant waxes belong in 1302.19, the pure, chemically defined THC molecule belongs in 2932.95. Another common error is confusing THC with Cannabidiol (CBD). CBD does not have the same heterocyclic oxygen structure as THC and is typically classified under 2907.29 (other phenols) or 1302.19 depending on its purity and state. Finally, finished pharmaceutical products containing THC are classified in 3004, not 2932.
Top exporters and importers of HS 293295 (the code used for tetrahydrocannabinols), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 293295 (the code used for tetrahydrocannabinols) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 293295, not only tetrahydrocannabinols.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $8.7M 41% of world exports
- 2 United States $6.5M 30% of world exports
- 3 Spain $4.5M 21% of world exports
World total: $21M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $5.4M 21% of world imports
- 2 Austria $4.9M 19% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $3.6M 14% of world imports
World total: $26M 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 tetrahydrocannabinols
Brazil classifies tetrahydrocannabinols under NCM 2932.95.00: HS 2932.95 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tetrahydrocannabinols
What is the HS code for Tetrahydrocannabinols?
The HS code for Tetrahydrocannabinols is 293295 (Heterocyclic compounds; with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, (other than lactones or compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure), tetrahydrocannabinols (all isomers)).
How do I classify Tetrahydrocannabinols for customs?
Tetrahydrocannabinols is classified under HS code 293295 — Heterocyclic compounds; with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, (other than lactones or compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure), tetrahydrocannabinols (all isomers). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for THC?
The specific HS code for tetrahydrocannabinols and all their isomers in a chemically defined form is 2932.95.
Does this code include CBD oil?
No, CBD oil is generally classified under 1302.19 as a vegetable extract, or 2907.29 if it is a pure, chemically defined phenol. It does not fall under the THC-specific code 2932.95.
Which countries are the top exporters of tetrahydrocannabinols (HS 293295)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 293295 (the code used for tetrahydrocannabinols) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($8.7M, 41% of world exports), the United States ($6.5M) and Spain ($4.5M). World exports came to about $21M, 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 tetrahydrocannabinols (HS 293295)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 293295 (the code used for tetrahydrocannabinols) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($5.4M, 21% of world imports), Austria ($4.9M) and the United Kingdom ($3.6M). World imports came to about $26M, 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 Tetrahydrocannabinols the same in all countries?
The base HS code 293295 for Tetrahydrocannabinols 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 tetrahydrocannabinols in Brazil?
In Brazil, tetrahydrocannabinols (HS 293295) is classified under NCM 2932.95.00.