Amino-alcohols and their esters from India
India exported $87.7 million of amino-alcohols and their esters (HS 2922.19) in FY2025-26, up 13% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 12.5% to 19% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 12.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $88MUp 12.8% on last year
- HS code
- 2922.19Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 7 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2922.19.09 | Aromatic: Drugs6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
| 2922.19.20.00 | Other: 4,4'-Bis(dimethylamino) benzhydrol (Michler's hydrol); 5'-[3'-(Dimethylamino) propyl]-10',11'- dihydro-5<i>H</i>'-dibenzo [<i>a</i>,<i>b</i>] cyclohept- en-5'-ol (Dibenzcarbinol); and 1-(<i>p</i>-Nitrophenyl)-2-amino-1,3- propanediol5.8% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 5.8% | 15.8% | 18.3% |
| 2922.19.33.00 | Other: <i>N</i>1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-1,4- phenylenediamine;<i>N1</i>,<i>N4</i>,<i>N4</i>- Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)-2- nitro-1,4- phenylenediamine;<i>N</i>1,<i>N</i>4-Dimethyl-<i>N</i>1- (2-hydroxyethyl)-3-nitro-1,4- phenylene- diamine;<i>N</i>1,<i>N</i>4-Dimethyl-<i>N</i>1-(2,3-dihydroxy- propyl)-3-nitro-1,4- phenylenediamine; and<i>N</i>1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-nitro-1,4- phenylenediamine0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 2922.19.60.00 | Other: Products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
| 2922.19.70.00 | Other: Other6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
| 2922.19.90.00 | Other: Salts of triethanolamine6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
| 2922.19.96 | Other: Other6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
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-alcohols and their esters
India's exports to all countries under HS 2922.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2922.19 is 6.5%, 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% to 0.8% 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-alcohols and their esters from India?
10% to 16.5% on the 7 US tariff lines under HS 2922.19, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 12.5% to 19%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for amino-alcohols and their esters?
2922.19, 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-alcohols and their esters?
Yes. India exported $87.7 million under HS 2922.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.