Air conditioner parts from India
India exported $268 million of air conditioner parts (HS 8415.90) in FY2025-26, up 29% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 11.4% US import duty, against 21.4% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 11.4%China 21.4%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $268MUp 29.3% on last year
- HS code
- 8415.90Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8415.90.40.00 | Parts: Chassis, chassis bases and outer cabinets26.4% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 1.4% | 11.4% | 21.4% |
| 8415.90.80 | Parts: Other15% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 1.4% | 11.4% | 21.4% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of air conditioner parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8415.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8415.90 is 2.2%, ranging from 0% to 2.7% across tariff lines, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.5% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on air conditioner parts from India?
11.4% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8415.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 21.4%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for air conditioner parts?
8415.90, under heading 8415 (Air conditioning machines, comprising a motor-driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, including those machines in which the humidity cannot be separately regulated; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export air conditioner parts?
Yes. India exported $268 million under HS 8415.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.