Peptones and protein derivatives from India
India exported $50.3 million of peptones and protein derivatives (HS 3504.00) in FY2025-26, up 28% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 14% to 15% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 24% to 25% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 14%China 24%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $50MUp 27.9% on last year
- HS code
- 3504.00Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3504.00.10.00 | Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed: Protein isolates | 5% | 15% | 25% |
| 3504.00.50 | Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed: Other | 4% | 14% | 24% |
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 peptones and protein derivatives
India's exports to all countries under HS 3504.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3504.00 is 3.4%, 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 0.5% to 0.6% 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 peptones and protein derivatives from India?
14% to 15% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3504.00, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 24% to 25%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for peptones and protein derivatives?
3504.00, under heading 3504. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export peptones and protein derivatives?
Yes. India exported $50.3 million under HS 3504.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.