Hydrazine and hydroxylamine derivatives from India
India exported $121 million of hydrazine and hydroxylamine derivatives (HS 2928.00) in FY2025-26, up 44% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 16.2% to 44% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 16.2%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $121MUp 43.8% on last year
- HS code
- 2928.00Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 6.2 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 5 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2928.00.10.00 | Organic derivatives of hydrazine or of hydroxylamine: Methyl ethyl ketoxime3.7% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 3.7% | 13.7% | 16.2% |
| 2928.00.15.00 | Organic derivatives of hydrazine or of hydroxylamine: Phenylhydrazine0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2928.00.25.00 | Other: Aromatic6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2928.00.30.00 | Other: Drugs3.7% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 3.7% | 13.7% | 16.2% |
| 2928.00.50.00 | 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 hydrazine and hydroxylamine derivatives
India's exports to all countries under HS 2928.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2928.00 is 6.2%, 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 hydrazine and hydroxylamine derivatives from India?
10% to 16.5% on the 5 US tariff lines under HS 2928.00, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 16.2% to 44%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for hydrazine and hydroxylamine derivatives?
2928.00, under heading 2928. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export hydrazine and hydroxylamine derivatives?
Yes. India exported $121 million under HS 2928.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.