2922.49.43.00 - Glycine (Aminoacetic acid)

This classification, HTS Code 2922.49.43.00, specifically identifies Glycine, also known as Aminoacetic acid. Glycine is the simplest amino acid, characterized by a single hydrogen atom as its side chain. It is primarily used in various industrial applications, including pharmaceuticals, animal feed, and as a building block in organic synthesis. Its unique chemical structure places it within the broader category of amino acids not containing more than one kind of oxygen function.

While this specific HTS code is dedicated to Glycine, its sibling category, 2922.49.49, covers "Other amino acids." This distinction is crucial for accurate classification, as 2922.49.49 would encompass all other amino acids that do not meet the specific definition and coverage of Glycine, such as Alanine, Serine, or Cysteine, provided they also fall under the preceding headings' criteria.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories under 2922.49.43.00. Classification at this level relies on the precise identification of the substance as Glycine (Aminoacetic acid). Importers and exporters must ensure that the product being declared is indeed Glycine and not any other amino acid to avoid misclassification and potential customs delays or penalties.