HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2930.40 – Organo-sulphur compounds; methionine
HS code 2930.40 is the 6-digit subheading for organo-sulphur compounds, methionine. It is used for L-Methionine, DL-Methionine, methionine hydroxy analogue (MHA), methionine sulfoxide and N-Acetyl-L-methionine.
What HS 2930.40 covers
This HS code specifically covers methionine, an essential amino acid that is critical in animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and food supplements. It is widely traded globally, primarily by feed additive manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and food ingredient suppliers. Methionine is crucial for protein synthesis and various metabolic functions in animals, making it a high-demand commodity in the livestock industry. Key considerations in its trade include purity, the specific D/L isomer forms (DL-methionine is common for feed), and its role in enhancing animal growth and health.
- Covers
- L-Methionine
- DL-Methionine
- Methionine hydroxy analogue (MHA)
- Methionine sulfoxide
- N-Acetyl-L-methionine
- Examples
- Evonik (DL-Methionine)
- Adisseo (DL-Methionine)
- Ajinomoto (L-Methionine)
- CJ CheilJedang
Codes often confused with 2930.40
Common mistake. Methionine can be confused with other amino acids (e.g., 2922.49 for other amino-acids) or even formulated animal feed preparations (Chapter 23) if it's part of a blend.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 293040, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 293040 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 15% 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 China $762M 53% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $234M 16% of world exports
- 3 France $161M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $429M 15% of world imports
- 2 Brazil $192M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 India $168M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $2.8B 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 codes for 2930.40 2
Brazil splits HS 2930.40 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2930.40.10 DL-Methionine, sulphated ash exceeding 0.1%DL-Metionina, com um teor de cinzas sulfatadas superior a 0,1 %, em peso
- 2930.40.90 Other methionineOutra
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.30 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2930.40
What is HS code 293040?
HS code 293040 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Organo-sulphur compounds; methionine. This HS code specifically covers methionine, an essential amino acid that is critical in animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and food supplements. It is widely traded globally, primarily by feed additive manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and food ingredient suppliers. Methionine is crucial for protein synthesis and various metabolic functions in animals, making it a high-demand commodity in the livestock industry. Key considerations in its trade include purity, the specific D/L isomer forms (DL-methionine is common for feed), and its role in enhancing animal growth and health.
What products fall under HS code 293040?
L-Methionine, DL-Methionine, Methionine hydroxy analogue (MHA), Methionine sulfoxide, N-Acetyl-L-methionine
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293040?
Methionine can be confused with other amino acids (e.g., 2922.49 for other amino-acids) or even formulated animal feed preparations (Chapter 23) if it's part of a blend.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 293040?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 293040 in UN Comtrade data were China ($762M, 53% of world exports), Malaysia ($234M) and France ($161M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 293040?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 293040 in UN Comtrade data were China ($429M, 15% of world imports), Brazil ($192M) and India ($168M). World imports came to about $2.8B, 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 293040 structured?
HS code 293040 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (30) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 293040?
Brazil splits HS code 293040 into 2 NCM codes: 2930.40.10 (DL-Methionine, sulphated ash exceeding 0.1%), 2930.40.90 (Other methionine). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.