HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2924.24 – Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; ethinamate and its salts
HS code 2924.24 is the 6-digit subheading for cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, ethinamate and its salts. It is used for ethinamate, ethinamate API, sedative raw material, hypnotic drug intermediate and pharmaceutical-grade ethinamate.
What HS 2924.24 covers
This HS code specifically covers ethinamate, a cyclic carbamate that was historically used as a sedative and hypnotic drug. Similar to meprobamate, its use has largely been superseded by newer, safer medications, leading to a significant decline in its global trade. However, it may still be traded in limited quantities for specific pharmaceutical formulations or in regions where it retains medical relevance. International trade involves pharmaceutical raw material suppliers and drug manufacturers. Importers are typically pharmaceutical companies in countries where the drug is still prescribed, while exporters are specialized chemical or pharmaceutical ingredient producers. Key considerations for trade include strict international and national regulations governing controlled substances, the absolute necessity for pharmaceutical-grade purity, and meticulous documentation to ensure compliance with drug control conventions. The market for ethinamate is highly specialized, with very low global demand and strict controls.
- Covers
- Ethinamate
- Ethinamate API
- Sedative raw material
- Hypnotic drug intermediate
- Pharmaceutical-grade ethinamate
- Examples
- Valmid (historical brand)
- Generic Ethinamate API
Codes often confused with 2924.24
Common mistake. This code could be confused with other cyclic carbamates under 292429 if the specific INN "ethinamate" is not clearly identified, or with finished pharmaceutical products containing ethinamate in Chapter 30.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 292424, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 292424 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 51% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $72K 65% of world exports
- 2 Ireland $22K 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $8K 7.0% of world exports
World total: $111K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Egypt $31K 51% of world imports
- 2 Argentina $12K 20% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $10K 16% of world imports
World total: $62K Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2924.24
Brazil does not split HS 2924.24: its NCM code is 2924.24.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.24 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2924.24
What is HS code 292424?
HS code 292424 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; ethinamate and its salts. This HS code specifically covers ethinamate, a cyclic carbamate that was historically used as a sedative and hypnotic drug. Similar to meprobamate, its use has largely been superseded by newer, safer medications, leading to a significant decline in its global trade. However, it may still be traded in limited quantities for specific pharmaceutical formulations or in regions where it retains medical relevance. International trade involves pharmaceutical raw material suppliers and drug manufacturers. Importers are typically pharmaceutical companies in countries where the drug is still prescribed, while exporters are specialized chemical or pharmaceutical ingredient producers. Key considerations for trade include strict international and national regulations governing controlled substances, the absolute necessity for pharmaceutical-grade purity, and meticulous documentation to ensure compliance with drug control conventions. The market for ethinamate is highly specialized, with very low global demand and strict controls.
What products fall under HS code 292424?
Ethinamate, Ethinamate API, Sedative raw material, Hypnotic drug intermediate, Pharmaceutical-grade ethinamate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 292424?
This code could be confused with other cyclic carbamates under 292429 if the specific INN "ethinamate" is not clearly identified, or with finished pharmaceutical products containing ethinamate in Chapter 30.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 292424?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 292424 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($72K, 65% of world exports), Ireland ($22K) and the United States ($8K). World exports came to about $111K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 292424?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 292424 in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($31K, 51% of world imports), Argentina ($12K) and Saudi Arabia ($10K). World imports came to about $62K, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 292424 structured?
HS code 292424 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 292424?
In Brazil, HS code 292424 is NCM 2924.24.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.