Organo-sulfur compounds from India
India exported $301 million of organo-sulfur compounds (HS 2930.90) in FY2025-26, up 11% 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
- $301MUp 11.5% on last year
- HS code
- 2930.90Page 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 11 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2930.90.10.00 | Aromatic: Pesticides | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2930.90.24.00 | Other: <i>N</i>-Cyclohexylthiophthalimide | 6.5% | 16.5% | 19% |
| 2930.90.26.00 | Other: 3-(4'-Aminobenzamido)phenyl-<i>ß</i>-hydroxy- ethylsulfone; 2-[(4-Aminophenyl)sulfonyl] ethanol, hydrogen sulfate ester; Diphenylthiourea;<i>N</i>,<i>N</i>'-(Dithiodi-2,1-phenylene) bisbenzamide; Pentachlorothiophenol; and 4,4'-Thiodiphenyl cyanate | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2930.90.29.00 | Other: Other6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2930.90.30.00 | Pesticides: Thiocyanates, thiurams and isothiocyanates | 3.7% | 13.7% | 41.2% |
| 2930.90.42.00 | Other: <i>O</i>,<i>O</i>-Dimethyl-S-methyl carbamoyl- methyl phosphorodithioate; and Malathion | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2930.90.43 | Other: Other | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 2930.90.46.00 | Acids: <i>dl</i>-Hydroxy analogue of <i>dl</i>-methionine | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2930.90.49 | Acids: Other4.2% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 4.2% | 14.2% | 41.7% |
| 2930.90.71.00 | Other: Dibutylthiourea | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 2930.90.92 | Other: Other3.7% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 3.7% | 13.7% | 16.2% |
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 organo-sulfur compounds
India's exports to all countries under HS 2930.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2930.90 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% to 1.2% 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 organo-sulfur compounds from India?
10% to 16.5% on the 11 US tariff lines under HS 2930.90, 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 organo-sulfur compounds?
2930.90, under heading 2930 (Organo-sulfur compounds). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export organo-sulfur compounds?
Yes. India exported $301 million under HS 2930.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.