HS-6 · Subheading
310559
Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates
Heading 3105 — Fertilizers; mineral or chemical, containing 2 or 3 of the elements nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium; other fertilisers; goods of chapter 31 in tablets or packages of gross weight not exceeding 10kg
Chapter 31: Fertilisers
Plain-language overview
Use HS-6 310559 when shipping fertilizers that contain both nitrogen and phosphorus, but are not classified as nitrates or phosphates. For instance, if you're importing a granular fertilizer product in bags weighing less than 10 kg that lists both nitrogen and phosphorus as key ingredients, this is the correct code.
This code specifically covers mineral or chemical fertilizers that combine nitrogen and phosphorus, distinguishing them from HS-6 310520, which focuses on fertilizers containing only nitrates and phosphates. If your product fits the criteria of containing both elements but lacks the nitrate or phosphate classification, 310559 is your go-to.
When considering products under this subheading, think of fertilizers like ammonium phosphate or other similar blends that provide essential nutrients for plant growth. If your product is a compound fertilizer that meets these requirements, it likely falls under this code.
Be mindful that products classified under this HS-6 line must not exceed a gross weight of 10 kg per package, as noted in the heading. If your shipment exceeds this weight, you will need to look for a different classification.
Keywords & topics
Short phrases that describe this HS-6 subheading when you're searching or filtering schedules.
HS-6 310559 · nitrogen phosphorus fertilizer · granular fertilizer · fertilizers under 10 kg · fertilizer tablets · compound fertilizers · ammonium phosphate · liquid fertilizers · specialty fertilizers · agricultural fertilizers · organic fertilizer blends · home gardening fertilizers
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Granular fertilizer containing ammonium phosphate in 5 kg bags
- Liquid fertilizer solution with nitrogen and phosphorus for agricultural use
- Fertilizer tablets with a mix of nitrogen and phosphorus, packaged for home gardening
- Organic fertilizer blend with both nitrogen and phosphorus elements, under 10 kg
- Specialty fertilizer for hydroponics containing nitrogen and phosphorus
- Pre-packaged fertilizer for lawns with nitrogen and phosphorus, weighing 3 kg
- Fertilizer spikes containing nitrogen and phosphorus for potted plants
- Bulk shipment of mineral fertilizer containing nitrogen and phosphorus in smaller retail packages
Common questions
How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.
- What is HS code 310559 used for?
- How to classify nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers?
- Are ammonium phosphates covered under HS-6 310559?
- What types of fertilizers fit HS-6 310559?
- Can I use HS-6 310559 for liquid fertilizers?
- What are the weight limits for HS-6 310559?
- How do I determine if my fertilizer is a nitrate or phosphate?
- What packaging is required for HS-6 310559 products?
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- How to classify fertilizers containing nitrogen and phosphorus
- Examples of fertilizers that fall under HS-6 310559
- What fertilizers are excluded from HS-6 310559 classification?
- Shipping requirements for HS-6 310559 fertilizers
- Differences between HS-6 310559 and HS-6 310520
- Understanding the weight limits for fertilizer shipments
- Can I import organic fertilizers under HS-6 310559?
- What documentation is needed for HS-6 310559 fertilizers?
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of fertilizers are classified under HS-6 310559?
- HS-6 310559 includes mineral or chemical fertilizers that contain both nitrogen and phosphorus, excluding nitrates and phosphates.
- Is there a weight limit for products classified under HS-6 310559?
- Yes, products must be packaged with a gross weight not exceeding 10 kg to qualify for this HS code.
- Can liquid fertilizers be classified under HS-6 310559?
- Yes, as long as they contain both nitrogen and phosphorus and do not fall under the nitrate or phosphate classifications.
- How do I know if my fertilizer is a nitrate or phosphate?
- Check the product's ingredient list; if it lists nitrates or phosphates as the primary components, it won't qualify for HS-6 310559.
- What is the difference between HS-6 310559 and HS-6 310520?
- HS-6 310559 covers fertilizers with nitrogen and phosphorus, while HS-6 310520 is specifically for those containing nitrates and phosphates.
- What documentation do I need for importing fertilizers under HS-6 310559?
- You typically need commercial invoices, packing lists, and any relevant safety data sheets for the fertilizers.
- Are organic fertilizers eligible for HS-6 310559?
- Yes, organic fertilizers that meet the criteria of containing nitrogen and phosphorus can be classified under this code.
- What should I do if my fertilizer exceeds the weight limit?
- If your fertilizer exceeds 10 kg, you will need to look for a different HS code that accommodates larger packages.
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