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Customs Clearance of Amino Acids in Iran (HS Code + Documents & Permits)
Customs clearance of amino acids — Amino acids are among the most important compounds across many industries, including pharmaceuticals, food, agriculture, and sports supplements, and hold a special place in international chemical trade. Because of their vital role in biological processes and in improving human and animal health, they draw significant attention. However, due to sensitivity and strict quality standards, importing and exporting them requires compliance with a set of precise customs regulations.
To estimate timing and costs for amino acids clearance, contact the experts at Saba Tarkhis.
Instant Free Consultation1) Specialized Applications of Amino Acids
Pharmaceutical industry: Amino acids are base compounds in producing medicines and dietary supplements. They support immunity, improve metabolic functions, and accelerate healing; for example, glutamine is important for wound healing and GI health.
Food industry: As food additives, amino acids enhance taste and preserve quality. In ready-to-eat foods and dairy, they increase nutritional value and improve the amino acid profile. Lysine is used to fortify animal and poultry feed.
Agriculture & livestock: Used as nutritional supplements for livestock and poultry, improving nutrient absorption, growth rates, and overall health.
Sports supplements: Favored by athletes for muscle growth and energy. Amino acids like arginine and leucine help build muscle, enhance performance, and reduce recovery time after heavy training.
Food industry: As food additives, amino acids enhance taste and preserve quality. In ready-to-eat foods and dairy, they increase nutritional value and improve the amino acid profile. Lysine is used to fortify animal and poultry feed.
Agriculture & livestock: Used as nutritional supplements for livestock and poultry, improving nutrient absorption, growth rates, and overall health.
Sports supplements: Favored by athletes for muscle growth and energy. Amino acids like arginine and leucine help build muscle, enhance performance, and reduce recovery time after heavy training.
2) Key Points for Clearing Amino Acids through Customs
Due to sensitive/end-use applications, amino acids require strict customs compliance. Key points:
HS Code (tariff classification): Amino acids fall under multiple headings, each with its own HS code. Accurate classification is essential for successful import/export. Examples include:
L-Lysine: HS Code 29224100
L-Glutamine: HS Code 29224210
These codes not only determine duties, but also help customs identify the product and applicable standards.
HS Code (tariff classification): Amino acids fall under multiple headings, each with its own HS code. Accurate classification is essential for successful import/export. Examples include:
L-Lysine: HS Code 29224100
L-Glutamine: HS Code 29224210
These codes not only determine duties, but also help customs identify the product and applicable standards.
Required Permits & Documents
Commercial Invoice: must include full details—price, quantity, payment terms, etc.
Packing List: detailed count and packaging specifications for amino acids.
Bill of Lading: evidences lawful carriage and route.
Certificate of Origin: identifies the manufacturing country and may affect duty rates.
Health & Standards Permits: because of use in pharma/food, health permits and standard approvals from authorities such as the Ministry of Health and the National Standards Organization of Iran are mandatory to confirm safety and quality for human/animal use.
Tariffs & costs: vary by amino acid type and country of origin.
Packing List: detailed count and packaging specifications for amino acids.
Bill of Lading: evidences lawful carriage and route.
Certificate of Origin: identifies the manufacturing country and may affect duty rates.
Health & Standards Permits: because of use in pharma/food, health permits and standard approvals from authorities such as the Ministry of Health and the National Standards Organization of Iran are mandatory to confirm safety and quality for human/animal use.
Tariffs & costs: vary by amino acid type and country of origin.
3) Importing Amino Acids into Iran
Exporting countries to Iran:
China, India, Germany, and the USA are the main sources. China and India dominate global supply with large-scale production. Germany and the USA hold notable shares in Iran due to high-quality products and advanced technology.
China, India, Germany, and the USA are the main sources. China and India dominate global supply with large-scale production. Germany and the USA hold notable shares in Iran due to high-quality products and advanced technology.
Health & quality standards:
Imports must strictly comply with health and quality requirements. Importers need health permits from the Ministry of Health and standards certificates from the National Standards Organization of Iran. These ensure conformity with global standards for food and pharma use. Noncompliance may lead to delays or rejection.
Imports must strictly comply with health and quality requirements. Importers need health permits from the Ministry of Health and standards certificates from the National Standards Organization of Iran. These ensure conformity with global standards for food and pharma use. Noncompliance may lead to delays or rejection.
Import volumes to Iran:
Imports have grown markedly in recent years. Given high demand in pharma and food, annual imports total many millions of dollars, especially for drug manufacturing, sports supplements, and animal/poultry nutrition.
Imports have grown markedly in recent years. Given high demand in pharma and food, annual imports total many millions of dollars, especially for drug manufacturing, sports supplements, and animal/poultry nutrition.
4) Exporting Amino Acids from Iran
Destination markets:
As a growing producer of chemicals and amino acids, Iran exports certain types to neighboring countries such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and other Middle Eastern markets. High quality and competitive prices create strong regional opportunities.
As a growing producer of chemicals and amino acids, Iran exports certain types to neighboring countries such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and other Middle Eastern markets. High quality and competitive prices create strong regional opportunities.
Export advantages:
Domestic production benefits from access to low-cost feedstocks and local technologies, enabling competitive pricing versus global peers.
Domestic production benefits from access to low-cost feedstocks and local technologies, enabling competitive pricing versus global peers.
Export volumes:
Exports to neighboring markets reach millions of USD annually and are rising. With industry development, broader market penetration is expected.
Exports to neighboring markets reach millions of USD annually and are rising. With industry development, broader market penetration is expected.
5) Global Import/Export Landscape for Amino Acids
Driven by pharma, food, and sports nutrition, the global amino acid market is growing rapidly. China is the largest producer/exporter, holding the biggest market share (around 60% of global output), offering a wide quality range. India is also a major producer/exporter, especially for Asian markets. The USA and Japan are key producers with strong quality footprints.
Major global exporters
China: top exporter with significant market share. India: second large producer with competitive quality and pricing. USA & Germany: sizable shares in Europe/US due to high-quality output.
China: top exporter with significant market share. India: second large producer with competitive quality and pricing. USA & Germany: sizable shares in Europe/US due to high-quality output.
Major global importers
Iran: a major importer from China, India, Germany, and the USA due to high pharma/food demand. Europe: Germany, France, and the UK are large importers for diverse industries. USA: despite high production, imports specialty amino acids from Asia for specific needs.
Iran: a major importer from China, India, Germany, and the USA due to high pharma/food demand. Europe: Germany, France, and the UK are large importers for diverse industries. USA: despite high production, imports specialty amino acids from Asia for specific needs.
Global trade turnover
Totals several billions of USD annually, with steady growth as cross-industry demand rises.
Totals several billions of USD annually, with steady growth as cross-industry demand rises.
6) The Easiest, Best Way to Clear Amino Acids from Customs
Prepare precise documentation: Provide complete, accurate documents—Commercial Invoice, Packing List, B/L, CO, and required health/standards permits—to prevent delays.
Use professional brokerage services: Working with experienced brokers in chemical/pharma clearance streamlines the process and avoids pitfalls; they track all steps end-to-end.
Forecast customs costs: With expert advice, estimate duties and all related costs in advance to avoid financial issues during release.
Use professional brokerage services: Working with experienced brokers in chemical/pharma clearance streamlines the process and avoids pitfalls; they track all steps end-to-end.
Forecast customs costs: With expert advice, estimate duties and all related costs in advance to avoid financial issues during release.
7) Documents Required for Amino Acids Clearance
Accurate, complete documentation is vital. These enable customs to verify product integrity, transport conditions, customs value, and health/standards permits.
Commercial Invoice:
Full details of the goods—price, seller/buyer, sales terms, and payment. Specify amino acid type, quantity, and price precisely.
Packing List:
Packages, counts, net/gross weights, and dimensions to match with other documents.
Bill of Lading / Air Waybill:
Legal carriage document indicating shipper/consignee, terms, and mode (sea/air/land).
Certificate of Origin:
Issued by the exporting country’s chamber; helps determine correct tariff and trade preferences.
Health Certificate:
From the Ministry of Health or Food & Drug Organization confirming suitability for pharma/food use.
Standards Certificate:
Conformity with national/international standards (from NISO of Iran or recognized foreign bodies).
Customs Declaration:
Complete details—type, quantity, value, and origin—forming the basis for duties and taxes.
Order Registration:
Register the import in the Ministry of Industry, Mine & Trade system and obtain approval.
Import/Export Card (Business Card):
Issued by Iran Chamber of Commerce—mandatory for foreign trade in the importer’s name.
Insurance Certificate:
Proof of cargo insurance during transit to cover loss/damage risks.
Commercial Invoice:
Full details of the goods—price, seller/buyer, sales terms, and payment. Specify amino acid type, quantity, and price precisely.
Packing List:
Packages, counts, net/gross weights, and dimensions to match with other documents.
Bill of Lading / Air Waybill:
Legal carriage document indicating shipper/consignee, terms, and mode (sea/air/land).
Certificate of Origin:
Issued by the exporting country’s chamber; helps determine correct tariff and trade preferences.
Health Certificate:
From the Ministry of Health or Food & Drug Organization confirming suitability for pharma/food use.
Standards Certificate:
Conformity with national/international standards (from NISO of Iran or recognized foreign bodies).
Customs Declaration:
Complete details—type, quantity, value, and origin—forming the basis for duties and taxes.
Order Registration:
Register the import in the Ministry of Industry, Mine & Trade system and obtain approval.
Import/Export Card (Business Card):
Issued by Iran Chamber of Commerce—mandatory for foreign trade in the importer’s name.
Insurance Certificate:
Proof of cargo insurance during transit to cover loss/damage risks.
8) Selected HS Codes for Amino Acids
| Product | Short Description | HS Code |
|---|---|---|
| L-Lysine | Essential amino acid; feed/food/pharma | 29224100 |
| L-Glutamine | Medical/nutritional/sports uses | 29224210 |
Final classification depends on presentation, grade, packaging, purity, and end use.
Need precise HS classification, health permits, and document prep? Our team manages your case end-to-end.
Request a pro-forma quoteFAQs
What is the HS Code for amino acids?
It varies by amino acid; for example, L-lysine 29224100 and L-glutamine 29224210. Final determination depends on form and use.
Which permits are required for clearance?
Invoice, Packing List, B/L, Certificate of Origin, Health/Standards permits, and other customs documents as outlined above.
Which source countries are most common?
China, India, Germany, and the USA are primary suppliers to Iran.
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Because of health/standards sensitivity and diverse tariff lines, clearing amino acids demands high accuracy. With practical experience, Saba Tarkhis drives your process swiftly and compliantly.
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