HS Code:
Mixtures containing (1S,2R,3S,4R,5S,6S)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxycyclohexyl 2-amino-4-{[carboxy(imino)methyl]amino}-2,3,4,6-tetradeoxy-ฮฑ-D-arabino-hexopyranoside, commonly known as Kasugamycin (CAS No. 19408-46-9), fall under HS Code 3808.92.50. Kasugamycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used primarily as a fungicide in agriculture to control fungal and bacterial diseases in crops such as rice, tomatoes, and other vegetables. It is particularly effective against rice blast disease caused by Magnaporthe oryzae. When formulated with application adjuvants (substances that enhance the effectiveness of the active ingredient), it is classified under fungicides, disinfectants, and similar products for agricultural use. Global trade in this category is driven by agricultural demand, regulatory approvals, and regional crop protection needs.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $50 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
Estimated from UN Comtrade data and industry reports
$15 million USD
30% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$12 million USD
24% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$8 million USD
16% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$5 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$4 million USD
8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA or EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for sustainable crop protection solutions
Increased adoption of bio-based fungicides like Kasugamycin as an alternative to synthetic chemicals, boosting trade in regions with stringent environmental regulations.
2021-2023
Growth in rice cultivation in Asia-Pacific
Higher demand for Kasugamycin-based products in countries like China, India, and Vietnam, where rice blast disease is prevalent.
2020-2022
Regulatory tightening in the EU
Potential decline in trade volume to EU countries due to stricter pesticide regulations and residue limits, pushing manufacturers to reformulate or seek alternative markets.
2022-2023
Brazilโs Ministry of Agriculture approved new Kasugamycin-based fungicide mixtures with enhanced adjuvants for use in soybean and rice crops, opening up a significant market for exporters.
March 2023
Expected to increase trade volume to Brazil by 15-20% in the next two years.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) initiated a review of Maximum Residue Limits for Kasugamycin, citing environmental and health concerns, which may lead to tighter import restrictions.
September 2022
Potential reduction in exports to EU markets; exporters may pivot to Asia-Pacific or Latin America.
Chinese manufacturers have scaled up production of Kasugamycin to meet domestic agricultural demand, reducing reliance on imports while increasing export competitiveness.
January 2023
Increased global supply may lower prices, affecting profit margins for other exporters.