Summary:
In Q1 2026, China’s herbicide formulation exports jumped 13.45% in volume and 21.23% in value YoY, with average price up 6.86%. Glyphosate exports in January reached 17,881 tons (active equivalent), led by Wynca, Fuhua, and Yangnong, mainly to Brazil, the US, and Indonesia. Meanwhile, China’s Ministry of Agriculture launched a nationwide crackdown on illegal production, sales, and adulteration of banned and restricted pesticides. In Q1, 21 glyphosate products obtained formal registrations, of which 62% were for export-only and 86% were low-toxicity.
Export performance: strong Q1 growth with market shifts
From January to March 2026, China exported 637,260.69 tonnes of herbicide formulations, up 13.45% year-on-year. The total export value reached US1.527billion,a21.231.527billion,a21.232,394 per tonne. In March alone, exports totalled 233,434.32 tonnes (+5.87% YoY), valued at US545million(+12.95545million(+12.952,334.46 per tonne (+6.69% YoY). The number of destination countries and regions in March stood at 111, eight fewer than a year earlier.
The top three destinations in March were Brazil, the United States, and Nigeria. Exports to Brazil fell 15.63% in volume and 8.25% in value, though the average price rose 8.75%. Shipments to the US surged 115.17% in volume and 129.42% in value, with a 6.62% price increase. In contrast, exports to Nigeria dropped 4.78% in volume and 8.18% in value, while the average price declined 3.58%.
Glyphosate exports show concentrated player pattern
According to Tranalysis data, China exported 27,539.21 tonnes of glyphosate products in January 2026, mainly 95% TC, 62% IPA, and 97% TC. The export volume on a 100% active equivalent basis reached 17,881.16 tonnes.
The leading exporters were Zhejiang Wynca (14.15% share), Sichuan Fuhua Tongda (13.85%), and Jiangsu Yangnong (12.51%). The top three destination countries were Brazil (23.42%), the United States (22.88%), and Indonesia (9.40%).
Exports of glyphosate products from China by specification, Jan. 2026
Major destinations for China's glyphosate product exports, Jan. 2026
Ministry launches intensive crackdown on banned and restricted pesticides
On April 15, 2026, China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs held a video conference to deploy a nationwide campaign against illegal production, sales, and use of banned and restricted pesticides. The campaign focuses on three major areas: illegal production (including underground manufacturing, unlicensed or over-scope production, and production licenses); illegal sales (including online sales of banned pesticides, unlicensed or off-premises sales); and illegal adulteration (adding banned pesticides or other active ingredients into formulations).
Ten key tasks were outlined, spanning source prevention, strict process supervision, and high-pressure punishment. These include inspecting former producers of phased-out pesticides (e.g., phorate, isofenphos-methyl) and soon-to-be-banned high-toxicity pesticides (e.g., carbofuran, aldicarb); cracking down on illegal distribution channels; curbing adulteration; strengthening safety use guidance; tightening pre-market residue testing; enhancing testing methods; and stepping up administrative approvals and penalties. The Ministry also called for inter-agency coordination and local action plans to be submitted by April 20.
Q1 glyphosate registrations: export-oriented and low-toxicity dominant
In the first quarter of 2026, after the public notice period for new pesticide registrations, a total of 21 glyphosate products obtained formal registration. By registration type, export-only products accounted for the majority – 13 out of 21, or 62% – reflecting a strong strategic push by domestic companies into overseas markets.
Regarding toxicity, 18 products (86%) were classified as low-toxicity, indicating continuous safety improvements. In terms of formulations, soluble concentrates dominated with 16 products (76%), favored for their ease of transport and use. Among enterprises, Nantong Taihe Chemical stood out with three glyphosate registration certificates, the highest number in this period, demonstrating strong product development and registration capabilities.
Source from Herbicides China Monthly Report, Glyphosate China Monthly Report
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