HS Code:
(S)-α-Cyano-3-phenoxybenzyl (1R,3R)-3-(2,2-dibromovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, commonly known as Deltamethrin (CAS No. 52918-63-5), is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used extensively in agriculture, public health, and veterinary applications. Classified under HS Code 2926.90.30, it is effective against a wide range of pests, including mosquitoes, flies, and agricultural insects. Deltamethrin works by disrupting the nervous system of insects, leading to paralysis and death, and is known for its high potency and low mammalian toxicity. It is widely used in insect control for crops like cotton, cereals, and vegetables, as well as in malaria control programs through treated bed nets and indoor residual spraying.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $350 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
$120 million USD
34.3% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$85 million USD
24.3% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$40 million USD
11.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$30 million USD
8.6% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$25 million USD
7.1% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-India FTA for specific partners)
Increased demand in tropical regions
Growing need for vector control in malaria and dengue-prone areas has boosted Deltamethrin exports, especially to Africa and Southeast Asia.
2021-2022
Shift towards integrated pest management (IPM)
Adoption of IPM practices in developed markets like the EU and US has slightly reduced reliance on synthetic insecticides like Deltamethrin.
2020-2022
Rising production in Asia
China and India have scaled up production, leading to competitive pricing and increased market share in global trade.
2019-2022
The European Union conducted a reassessment of Deltamethrin under its pesticide regulation framework, leading to stricter maximum residue limits (MRLs) for certain crops.
March 2023
Exporters to the EU must comply with new MRLs, potentially increasing compliance costs and affecting trade volumes.
The World Health Organization reiterated its endorsement of Deltamethrin-treated nets and sprays as a key tool in malaria control programs.
July 2022
This has spurred demand in African and Asian markets, benefiting major exporters like China and India.
A leading Indian agrochemical company opened a new Deltamethrin production facility, increasing the country's export capacity.
October 2022
This development strengthens India's position in the global market, potentially lowering prices due to increased supply.