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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%+131.0%137.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+103.5%110%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+103.5%110%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+18.5%18.5%
🇯🇵JapanFree+21.0%21%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.29.90.00Same rate: 137.5%

If ring nitrogen emphasized

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

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Import Tips & Compliance

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

Common issue: confusion with organo-inorganic under 2931