Amino-naphthols and amino-phenols from India
India exported $59.1 million of amino-naphthols and amino-phenols (HS 2922.29) in FY2025-26, down 26% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 12.5% to 44% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 12.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $59MDown 26.3% on last year
- HS code
- 2922.29Page 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 12 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2922.29.03.00 | Other: <i>o</i>-Anisidine;<i>p</i>-Anisidine; and<i>p</i>-Phenetidine6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.29.06.00 | <i>m</i>-Nitro-<i>p</i>-anisidine; and <i>m</i>-Nitro-<i>o</i>-anisidine: Fast color bases0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 2922.29.08.00 | <i>m</i>-Nitro-<i>p</i>-anisidine; and <i>m</i>-Nitro-<i>o</i>-anisidine: Other0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2922.29.10.00 | Other: 2-Amino-6-chloro-4-nitrophenol; 2-Amino-4-chlorophenol; 2-Amino-4-chlorophenol hydrochloride; 2-Amino-<i>p</i>-cresol; 4-Amino-<i>o</i>-cresol; 6-Amino-2,4-dichloro-3-methylphenol; 2-(3-Amino-4-hydroxyphenylsulfonyl)ethanol; 2-Amino-4-nitrophenol; 2-Amino-4-nitrophenol, sodium salt; 2-Amino-5-nitrophenol;<i>m</i>-Aminophenol; 2-(4'-Aminophenoxy)ethylsulfate; 5-Chloro-2-(2',4'-dichlorophenoxy)aniline; 3,4-Dimethoxyphenethylamine (Homoveratrylamine); 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrometanilic acid; 4-Methoxymetanilic acid; 6-Methoxymetanilic acid; 4-Methoxy-<i>m</i>-phenylenediamine; 5-Methoxy-<i>m</i>-phenylenediamine sulfate; 6-(Methylamino)-1-naphthol-3-sulfonic acid; 7-(Methylamino)-1-naphthol-3-sulfonic acid; and 2-Methyl-<i>p</i>-anisidine5.8% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 5.8% | 15.8% | 43.3% |
| 2922.29.13.00 | Other: <i>o</i>-Aminophenol; and 2,2-Bis[4-(4-aminophenoxy)phenyl]propane0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2922.29.15.00 | Other: <i>m</i>-Diethylaminophenol;<i>m</i>-Dimethylaminophenol; 3-Ethylamino-<i>p</i>-cresol; and 5-Methoxy-<i>m</i>-phenylenediamine6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
| 2922.29.20.00 | Other: 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethoxyaniline; and 2,4-Dimethoxyaniline0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2922.29.26.00 | Other: Fast color bases6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.29.27.00 | Other: Drugs6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.29.29.00 | Other: Photographic chemicals6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2922.29.61.00 | 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% |
| 2922.29.81 | Other: Other6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
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-naphthols and amino-phenols
India's exports to all countries under HS 2922.29, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2922.29 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 0.9% 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-naphthols and amino-phenols from India?
10% to 16.5% on the 12 US tariff lines under HS 2922.29, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 12.5% to 44%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for amino-naphthols and amino-phenols?
2922.29, 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-naphthols and amino-phenols?
Yes. India exported $59.1 million under HS 2922.29 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.