HS Code:
(S)-Cyano-(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl (+)cis-3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate and (S)-cyano-(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl (+)trans-3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, commonly known as Zeta-cypermethrin (CAS No. 1315501-18-8), is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used primarily in agricultural and public health applications to control a wide range of pests. Classified under HS Code 2926.90.30, it falls within the category of nitrile-function compounds. Zeta-cypermethrin is valued for its high efficacy, low mammalian toxicity, and environmental stability under certain conditions. It is widely used in crop protection for commodities like cotton, cereals, and vegetables, as well as in vector control for diseases such as malaria.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $250 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
Estimated data based on UN Comtrade, ITC Trade Map, and industry reports
$90 million USD
36% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$60 million USD
24% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$30 million USD
12% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$20 million USD
8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$15 million USD
6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing countries with protective agricultural policies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements or WTO commitments in select regions)
Rising demand in developing countries
Increased agricultural productivity needs in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia are driving demand for effective insecticides like Zeta-cypermethrin.
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable alternatives
Growing environmental concerns and regulatory pressures in the EU and North America are pushing the market towards bio-pesticides, potentially reducing Zeta-cypermethrin's market share.
2020-2023
Technological advancements in formulation
Innovations in microencapsulation and slow-release formulations are enhancing the efficacy and safety profile of Zeta-cypermethrin, sustaining its relevance in pest control.
2022
The European Union initiated a comprehensive review of pyrethroid insecticides, including Zeta-cypermethrin, focusing on environmental persistence and non-target species impact.
March 2023
Potential restrictions or revised usage guidelines could affect export markets to the EU, prompting manufacturers to explore alternative markets or greener formulations.
China, a leading exporter, introduced subsidies for pesticide exports to boost its agrochemical industry, including Zeta-cypermethrin, amid global supply chain disruptions.
January 2023
This has led to a surge in export volumes from China, lowering global prices but intensifying competition for other exporters like India.
Brazil's agricultural ministry approved Zeta-cypermethrin for additional crop applications, reflecting the country's growing reliance on pest control for export-driven agriculture.
August 2022
This development has increased demand in Latin America, providing a significant market opportunity for exporters targeting the region.