HS Heading 3808 : Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers)
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 3808 encompasses insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers). It classifies 10 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 38 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 3808
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3808.52 | Good specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter, DDT (ISO) (clofenatone (INN)), in packings of a net weight content not exceeding 300 g | 38 | View 3808.52 Package → |
| 3808.59 | Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers), Good specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter, Other | 38 | View 3808.59 Package → |
| 3808.61 | Good specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, In packings of a net weight content not exceeding 300 g | 38 | View 3808.61 Package → |
| 3808.62 | Good specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, In packings of a net weight content exceeding 300 g but not exceeding 7.5 kg | 38 | View 3808.62 Package → |
| 3808.69 | Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers), Good specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, Other | 38 | View 3808.69 Package → |
| 3808.91 | Other, Insecticides | 38 | View 3808.91 Package → |
| 3808.92 | Other, Fungicides | 38 | View 3808.92 Package → |
| 3808.93 | Other, Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators | 38 | View 3808.93 Package → |
| 3808.94 | Other, Disinfectants | 38 | View 3808.94 Package → |
| 3808.99 | Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers), Other, Other | 38 | View 3808.99 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 3808
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 3808 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 3808 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 3808 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 3808?
HS Heading 3808 covers Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers), grouping 10 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 3808?
Subheadings under Heading 3808 range from 3808.11 to 3808.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 3808?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 3808 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 3808?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 3808?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 3808?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 3808 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 3808?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 3808?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 3808?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.