Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids from India
India exported $98.1 million of unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids (HS 2916.19) in FY2025-26, up 4.2% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13.1% to 16.1% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 40.6% to 43.6% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13.1%China 40.6%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $98MUp 4.2% on last year
- HS code
- 2916.19Page 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 4 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2916.19.10.00 | Other: Potassium sorbate | 3.1% | 13.1% | 40.6% |
| 2916.19.20.00 | Other: Sorbic acid | 4.2% | 14.2% | 41.7% |
| 2916.19.30.00 | Other: Acids6.1% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.1% | 16.1% | 43.6% |
| 2916.19.50.00 | Other: Other3.7% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 3.7% | 13.7% | 41.2% |
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 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids
India's exports to all countries under HS 2916.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2916.19 is 5.7%, 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 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids from India?
13.1% to 16.1% on the 4 US tariff lines under HS 2916.19, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 40.6% to 43.6%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids?
2916.19, under heading 2916 (Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; 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 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids?
Yes. India exported $98.1 million under HS 2916.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.