Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution

HS v2022 Code: 310210

About fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution

HS code 310210 covers the classification of nitrogenous fertilizers, specifically urea, whether in solid or aqueous solution form. Fertilizers are a critical input for modern agriculture, helping to boost crop yields and ensure global food security. The urea fertilizer industry is a significant player within the broader 310000 Fertilizers and Mineral or Chemical Fertilizers sector, which is essential for supporting the world's growing population and increasing demand for agricultural products.

Production process

Urea fertilizers are primarily produced through the Haber-Bosch process, which involves the reaction of nitrogen and hydrogen gases under high temperature and pressure conditions. The resulting urea solution is then concentrated, granulated, and sometimes coated to improve its handling and application properties.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of urea fertilizers include natural gas or coal as a source of hydrogen, as well as air or other sources of nitrogen. Specialized equipment such as high-pressure reactors, evaporators, and granulators are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of supporting infrastructure, including transportation networks and storage facilities, to deliver the final products to agricultural markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 310210 is urea fertilizer, which is widely used in crop production to provide nitrogen for plant growth. Urea is often blended with other fertilizer components, such as phosphates and potassium, to create more comprehensive nutrient solutions. The urea fertilizer produced under this code may be consumed by various agricultural sectors, including 010000 Live animals; animal products, 020000 Meat and edible meat offal, and 120000 Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder.

Revisions to 310210

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 310210. The most recent 1 version of this code (310210) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 310210.

Family tree for fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/31'>31: Fertilizers</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3102'>3102: Fertilizers; mineral or chemical, nitrogenous</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310210'>310210: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310221'>310221: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, ammonium sulphate</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310229'>310229: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, other than ammonium sulphate</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310230'>310230: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310240'>310240: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; ammonium nitrate with calcium carbonate or other inorganic non-fertilizing substances, mixtures thereof</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310250'>310250: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, sodium nitrate</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310260'>310260: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, double salts and mixtures of calcium nitrate and ammonium nitrate</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310280'>310280: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, mixtures of urea and ammonium nitrate in aqueous or ammoniacal solution</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/310290'>310290: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; nitrogenous, other kinds including mixtures not specified in the foregoing subheadings</a>"]

    

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