Ketone-phenols and oxygen-function ketones from India
India exported $66.8 million of ketone-phenols and oxygen-function ketones (HS 2914.50) in FY2025-26, down 41% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 15.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 43% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $67MDown 40.8% on last year
- HS code
- 2914.50Page 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 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2914.50.10.00 | Aromatic: 5-Benzoyl-4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzene-sulfonic acid0% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2914.50.30.00 | Aromatic: Other5.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 5.5% | 15.5% | 43% |
| 2914.50.50.00 | Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function: Other4% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 4% | 14% | 41.5% |
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 ketone-phenols and oxygen-function ketones
India's exports to all countries under HS 2914.50, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2914.50 is 5.5%, 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% 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 ketone-phenols and oxygen-function ketones from India?
10% to 15.5% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 2914.50, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 43%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for ketone-phenols and oxygen-function ketones?
2914.50, under heading 2914 (Ketones and quinones, whether or not with other oxygen function, and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export ketone-phenols and oxygen-function ketones?
Yes. India exported $66.8 million under HS 2914.50 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.