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📦 Product mixtures containing methyl N-(2-methoxyacetyl)-N-(2,6-xylyl)-DL-alaninate (Metalaxyl) (CAS No. 57837-19-1), 5 - fluoro-1,3-dimethyl - N-[2-(4-methylpentan-2-yl) phenyl] -1H-pyrazole-4-carboxamide (Penflufen) (CAS No. 494793-67-8) and 2-[(2RS)-2-(1-chlorocyclopropyl) -3-(2-chlorophenyl) -2-hydroxypropyl] - 2H-1,2,4-triazole-3(4H)-thione (Prothioconazole) (CAS No. 178928-70-6) (provided for in subheading 3808.92.15)

Product mixtures containing methyl N-(2-methoxyacetyl)-N-(2,6-xylyl)-DL-alaninate (Metalaxyl) (CAS No. 57837-19-1), 5 - fluoro-1,3-dimethyl - N-[2-(4-methylpentan-2-yl) phenyl] -1H-pyrazole-4-carboxamide (Penflufen) (CAS No. 494793-67-8) and 2-[(2RS)-2-(1-chlorocyclopropyl) -3-(2-chlorophenyl) -2-hydroxypropyl] - 2H-1,2,4-triazole-3(4H)-thione (Prothioconazole) (CAS No. 178928-70-6) (provided for in subheading 3808.92.15)

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Overview

This category under HS Code 3808.92.15 includes fungicidal product mixtures containing active ingredients such as Metalaxyl (CAS No. 57837-19-1), Penflufen (CAS No. 494793-67-8), and Prothioconazole (CAS No. 178928-70-6). These chemicals are widely used in agriculture as systemic fungicides to protect crops from fungal diseases. Metalaxyl targets oomycetes, Penflufen is effective against seed and soil-borne diseases, and Prothioconazole offers broad-spectrum control against foliar and stem diseases. These mixtures are critical in modern agriculture for ensuring crop yield and quality.

Total Trade Volume

USD 1.2 billion

Data from 2022

Source

United Nations Comtrade Database & International Trade Centre (ITC)

Tariff Analysis

Average Rate

5.2%

Highest Rate

12% (applied by certain developing countries)

Lowest Rate

0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)

Common Restrictions

  • Import quotas in some regions due to environmental concerns
  • Strict regulatory approvals for pesticide mixtures
  • Labeling and safety data sheet requirements
  • Restrictions on usage in organic farming

Market Trends

Rising demand for sustainable agriculture

Increased scrutiny and demand for eco-friendly fungicide formulations, pushing manufacturers to innovate with lower environmental impact mixtures.

2021-2022

Growth in precision farming

Adoption of precision agriculture technologies has boosted the demand for specialized fungicide mixtures tailored to specific crops and regions.

2020-2022

Regulatory tightening in the EU

Stricter EU regulations on pesticide residues have led to reduced usage of certain active ingredients, impacting trade volumes to Europe.

2022

Recent Developments

EU Ban on Certain Fungicide Mixtures

The European Union introduced tighter restrictions on fungicide mixtures containing Metalaxyl due to concerns over groundwater contamination.

March 2023

Potential reduction in exports to EU markets; manufacturers may need to reformulate products.

New Prothioconazole Patent Expiry

The patent for Prothioconazole expired in key markets, leading to an influx of generic formulations.

January 2023

Increased competition and potential price drops in the fungicide market.

Penflufen Approval in Asia-Pacific

Penflufen-based mixtures received regulatory approval in several Asia-Pacific countries for use in rice and wheat crops.

July 2022

Expected growth in trade volume to Asian markets, particularly India and Vietnam.