HS Code:
The product category under HS Code 3808.93.15 includes mixtures containing specific sulfonylurea herbicides such as Thiencarbazone-methyl (CAS No. 317815-83-1), Foramsulfuron (CAS No. 173159-57-4), and Halosulfuron-methyl (CAS No. 100784-20-1), along with application adjuvants. These chemicals are primarily used as selective herbicides in agriculture to control weeds in crops like corn, sugarcane, and rice. Thiencarbazone-methyl is effective against broadleaf weeds and grasses, Foramsulfuron targets grassy weeds in maize, and Halosulfuron-methyl is used for broadleaf and sedge control in various crops. Application adjuvants enhance the efficacy and absorption of these herbicides. This category is critical in the global agrochemical market due to the increasing demand for high-yield agricultural practices.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $250 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
Estimated based on data from UN Comtrade and industry reports
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (in certain developing markets with protective agricultural policies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as USMCA and EU trade pacts)
Rising demand for selective herbicides
Increased adoption of Thiencarbazone-methyl and similar compounds due to their efficacy in sustainable farming practices, boosting market growth by 6-8% annually.
2021-2023
Shift towards integrated weed management
Growing preference for herbicide mixtures with adjuvants to reduce chemical usage and resistance, driving innovation in formulations.
2022
Regulatory tightening on pesticide use
Stricter environmental regulations in the EU and North America may limit market expansion but encourage safer, eco-friendly adjuvants.
2023
The European Union has introduced stricter residue limits for Halosulfuron-methyl, requiring reformulations and additional testing for compliance.
March 2023
Potential short-term trade disruptions in EU markets but long-term benefits for safer products.
A leading agrochemical company introduced a novel adjuvant compatible with Foramsulfuron, improving its efficacy by 15% under variable weather conditions.
July 2022
Increased demand for bundled herbicide-adjuvant products, especially in North and South America.
Brazil's agricultural ministry approved expanded use of Thiencarbazone-methyl for additional crops, citing its low environmental impact.
January 2023
Significant growth in trade volume expected in Latin American markets over the next 2-3 years.