HS Code:
Mixtures of (1-[2-(allyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl]-1H-imidazole) (Imazalil) (CAS No. 35554-44-0) and application adjuvants, classified under HS Code 3808.92.15, are primarily used as fungicides in agriculture. Imazalil is a systemic fungicide effective against a wide range of fungal diseases in crops, particularly in post-harvest treatments for fruits like citrus and bananas to prevent decay during storage and transport. Application adjuvants are added to enhance the efficacy and application of the fungicide. This category falls under the broader classification of insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, and similar products, reflecting its critical role in global agricultural productivity and food security.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $150 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map
$45 million USD
30% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$30 million USD
20% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$25 million USD
17% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$20 million USD
13% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$15 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)
Increasing demand for post-harvest fungicides
Driven by growing global trade in perishable fruits and vegetables, leading to higher demand for Imazalil-based products to extend shelf life.
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable agriculture
Pressure to develop eco-friendly adjuvants and reduce chemical residues is influencing product formulations and market acceptance.
2020-2023
Regulatory tightening in key markets
Stricter regulations in the EU and North America regarding fungicide use are creating barriers to market entry and increasing compliance costs.
2019-2023
The European Union conducted a reassessment of Imazalil due to concerns over potential endocrine-disrupting properties, leading to tighter usage guidelines.
March 2022
Reduced market access for Imazalil products in the EU, prompting manufacturers to explore alternative markets in Asia and Latin America.
Major agrochemical companies introduced new biodegradable adjuvants compatible with Imazalil to meet sustainability demands.
July 2023
Enhanced market competitiveness of Imazalil mixtures, particularly in environmentally conscious markets like North America and Europe.
A new trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur countries reduced tariffs on agricultural chemicals, including fungicides like Imazalil.
October 2022
Increased export opportunities for European producers to South American markets, boosting trade volumes.