The primary HS code for syringes, as per our data, is 30024119, accounting for 99.2% of trade. This code falls under HS heading 3004, which encompasses medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic use, put up in measured doses or packed for retail sale.
United States: The Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) tariff rate for products under HS code 3004 is 0%. The United States has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India; however, since the MFN rate is already 0%, there is no additional preferential rate under the FTA. Essential medicines, including syringes, are typically exempt from tariffs to ensure affordability and accessibility.
Belgium: As a member of the European Union (EU), Belgium applies the EU's Common External Tariff. The MFN tariff rate for HS code 3004 products is 0%. The EU does not have an FTA with India that affects this tariff line, and essential medicines are generally exempt from tariffs within the EU.
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's MFN tariff rate for HS code 3004 products is 0%. There is no FTA between Saudi Arabia and India affecting this tariff line. Essential medicines are typically exempt from tariffs to promote public health.
Philippines: The Philippines applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS code 3004 products. While the Philippines and India are both members of the ASEAN-India Free Trade Area (AIFTA), the MFN rate of 0% means there is no additional preferential rate under the FTA. Essential medicines are generally exempt from tariffs.
Turkey: Turkey's MFN tariff rate for HS code 3004 products is 0%. Turkey and India do not have an FTA affecting this tariff line. Essential medicines are typically exempt from tariffs.
Vietnam: Vietnam applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS code 3004 products. Both Vietnam and India are members of the AIFTA; however, with an MFN rate of 0%, there is no additional preferential rate under the FTA. Essential medicines are generally exempt from tariffs.
