Amino acids and esters from India
India exported $183 million of amino acids and esters (HS 2922.49) in FY2025-26, down 0.3% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 44% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $183MDown 0.3% on last year
- HS code
- 2922.49Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 27.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 9 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2922.49.05.00 | Aromatic: (R)-<i>α</i>-Aminobenzeneacetic acid; 2-Amino-3-chlorobenzoic acid, methyl ester0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2922.49.10.00 | Aromatic: <i>m</i>-Aminobenzoic acid, technical;<i>p</i>-Aminobenzoic acid; 3,5-Diaminobenzoic acid; 2-Ethylamino-5-sulfobenzoic acid; 3-(<i>N</i>-Ethylanilino)propionic acid, methyl ester;<i>β</i>-(<i>β</i>-Methoxyethoxyethyl)-4-aminobenzoate; Methyl anthranilate; and<i>l</i>-Phenylalanine5.8% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 5.8% | 15.8% | 43.3% |
| 2922.49.26.00 | Other: Drugs6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.49.30.00 | Other: Products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.49.37.00 | Other: Other6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.49.43.00 | Amino acids: Glycine (Aminoacetic acid)4.2% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 4.2% | 14.2% | 41.7% |
| 2922.49.49 | Amino acids: Other amino acids4.2% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 4.2% | 14.2% | 41.7% |
| 2922.49.60.00 | Other: 3-Aminocrotonic acid, methyl ester; and (R)-<i>α</i>-Amino-1,4-cyclohexadiene-1- acetic acid0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2922.49.80.00 | Other: Other3.7% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 3.7% | 13.7% | 41.2% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of amino acids and esters
India's exports to all countries under HS 2922.49, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2922.49 is 6.1%, ranging from 0% to 6.5% across tariff lines, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.7% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on amino acids and esters from India?
10% to 16.5% on the 9 US tariff lines under HS 2922.49, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 44%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for amino acids and esters?
2922.49, under heading 2922 (Oxygen-function amino-compounds). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export amino acids and esters?
Yes. India exported $183 million under HS 2922.49 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.