L-Histidine

L-Histidine is an imidazole-ring aromatic amino acid under oxygen-function amino-compounds in HTS 2922.49.30.00 per additional U.S. note 3. Used in cell culture media and antihistamine precursors.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2933.29.90.00Same rate: 31.5%

If ring nitrogen emphasized

Certain heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen may fall under heading 2933 if not purely amino-acid.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare stereochemistry accurately; ensure stabilizer additives comply with chapter note 1(f)

• Common issue: confusion with organo-inorganic under 2931