HS Code 3103
Phosphatic Mineral Fertilizers
HS code 3103 covers mineral or chemical phosphatic fertilizers, such as superphosphates and basic slag, used to improve soil phosphorus levels.
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HS Code 3103 — Phosphatic Mineral Fertilizers
This code is for chemical fertilizers where phosphorus is the essential nutrient. These products, such as superphosphates, are used to stimulate root development and flowering in crops.
What's included
- Superphosphates
- Basic slag
- Double superphosphate
- Triple superphosphate
- Mineral phosphates
What's excluded
- Diammonium phosphate (DAP) → use
3105(DAP contains both nitrogen and phosphorus, placing it in 3105.)
Common examples
- Triple Super Phosphate (TSP)
- Single Super Phosphate (SSP)
- Ground rock phosphate for fertilizer
- Basic slag from steel manufacture
- Calcined natural phosphates
Frequently asked questions
What is 'Basic Slag'?
It is a byproduct of the steel industry that contains significant phosphorus and is used as a low-cost fertilizer.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Bill of Lading often specifies 'Free Out' terms for bulk discharge.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Morocco, China, Egypt
- Top importers: Brazil, United States, Bangladesh
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Key takeaway
Covers pure phosphorus-based chemical fertilizers, distinct from multi-nutrient blends.
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