2025 Aug Colombia Pesticides and herbicides (HS 3808) Export Snapshot: Sharp Drop

August Trend: Colombia Pesticides and herbicides Export

Pesticides and herbicides, classified under HS Code 3808 (Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting 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, sulphur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and fly-papers)), saw exports decline sharply in August, with value dropping 56% MoM to $42.97M and volume falling 37% to 5.59M kg. Unit prices also fell 30% to $7.68/kg, reversing July’s surge. The downturn follows a volatile year marked by erratic swings in both volume and pricing, including a 101% value jump in July. Global tariff shifts, including a 10% universal import tax enacted in April, may have contributed to the instability. Colombia’s pesticide trade remains highly reactive to external policy shocks.

Table: Colombia Pesticides And Herbicides Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Brazil dominates Colombia's pesticides and herbicides exports, accounting for 39.09% of value but 46.99% of weight, revealing a bulk hub dynamic—lower-value, high-volume shipments suggest Brazil serves as a processing or redistribution center. Meanwhile, Guatemala and Peru show a premium market tilt (8.69% and 8.66% value share vs. 3.42% and 4.76% weight), indicating demand for higher-grade products. The structure leans cost-efficient, with Brazil’s bulk role and regional premium niches shaping trade flows.

Table: Colombia Pesticides And Herbicides (HS Code 3808) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 3808 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 3808921900 (retail-packed fungicides) dominates Colombia's August 2025 exports, capturing 30% of total value despite representing just 12% of volume—highlighting a premium price dynamic. The remaining sub-codes (mostly fungicides and herbicides) show higher volume but lower value density, suggesting Colombia HS Code 3808 Export thrives on specialized, high-margin formulations rather than bulk commodities. This signals a market prioritizing value over volume, likely catering to niche agricultural needs or regulatory-driven demand for precision agrochemicals.

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Colombia Pesticides And Herbicides Buyers List

Table: Colombia Pesticides And Herbicides (HS Code 3808) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Pesticides and herbicides Export perform in August?

Exports dropped 56% month-on-month to $42.97M, with volume down 37% to 5.59M kg. Unit prices fell 30% to $7.68/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Pesticides and herbicides?

Brazil ($16.20M), Mexico ($5.81M), and Guatemala ($3.60M) were the top destinations in August.

Who are the major Pesticides and herbicides Buyers?

Syngenta Protecao de Cultivos Ltda ($7.55M), Bayer S.A ($4.79M), and UPL do Brasil ($3.78M) dominated buyer activity.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 3808, with significant activity in fungicides (HS 380892) accounting for $12.91M in exports.