HS code 2930 90 40: L-cystine (alpha-amino beta-thiopropionic acid)-sulphur containing amino acid
HS code 2930 90 40 covers l-cystine (alpha-amino beta-thiopropionic acid)-sulphur containing amino acid in chapter 29 (organic chemicals). Total import duty is about 27.73% of the import value.
Updated 2026-11-01 from official lists, including Budget 2026 and later customs notifications.
Key facts
| Tariff item (8-digit HS code) | 2930 90 40 |
|---|---|
| Description | L-cystine (alpha-amino beta-thiopropionic acid)-sulphur containing amino acid |
| Chapter | 29: Organic chemicals |
| Heading | 2930: Other |
| Unit | kg. |
| Basic customs duty (tariff rate) | 7.5% |
| Basic customs duty charged | 7.5% |
| Social welfare surcharge | 10% of BCD |
| IGST | 18% |
| Total import duty | about 27.73% of the import value |
| DGFT export policy | Free |
Import duty (with Budget 2026 changes)
- About ₹27,730 duty on every ₹1,00,000 of import value (CIF).
DGFT import and export policy
- Export: Free.
Questions about HS code 2930 90 40
What is the import duty on HS code 2930 90 40 in India?
About 27.73% of the import value: basic customs duty 7.5%, social welfare surcharge 10% of BCD and IGST 18%. IGST can usually be claimed back as input tax credit.
Can l-cystine (alpha-amino beta-thiopropionic acid)-sulphur containing amino acid be exported from India?
DGFT export policy for HS code 2930 90 40 is Free.
Other lines under heading 2930
Sources: Customs Tariff of India (CBIC) · Notification 45/2025-Customs and Budget 2026 amendments · IGST rates, Notification 9/2025-Integrated Tax (Rate) · DGFT ITC(HS) import and export policy · CBIC Customs (ADD) notifications · Export Import Data Bank (DGCI&S). Guidance from official lists, not legal advice; confirm the classification with your customs broker.
