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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of animal or vegetable fertilizers and chemically treated organic fertilizer products (SITC 27210) totaled $5.6M in April 2026, traded with 36 countries.
Importers of Animal or Vegetable Fertilizers and Chemically Treated Organic Fertilizer Products paid $143K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $792K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFertilizers derived from animal or vegetable matter — including blended and chemically treated organic products — serve as a primary input for sustainable agriculture and soil amendment markets. The heading captures a wide range of materials, from composted manure and bone meal to products where organic matter has been chemically processed to enhance nutrient availability. Classification hinges on whether the product is purely organic, mixed, or has undergone chemical treatment, each of which may carry different duty implications. Importers should verify nutrient content labeling requirements, as some jurisdictions require registration or disclosure of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium levels.
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When chemical treatment or mineral addition becomes the dominant characteristic — particularly if the product meets the definition of a chemically defined compound fertilizer — it may be reclassified under mineral or chemical fertilizer headings. The critical test is whether the organic component or the chemical/mineral component defines the product's essential character, which should be evaluated with a licensed customs broker.
While CBP handles tariff classification, individual US states regulate fertilizer labeling and registration independently. Many states require that imported fertilizers be registered with the state department of agriculture and labeled with guaranteed nutrient analysis before sale. Importers should confirm state-level compliance requirements for each destination market.
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Monthly import values over time