Artificial corundum from India
India exported $1.63 billion of artificial corundum (HS 2818.20) in FY2025-26, up 18% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 0% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 0%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $1.63BUp 18.3% on last year
- HS code
- 2818.20Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2818.20.00.00 | Artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined; aluminum oxide; aluminum hydroxide: Aluminum oxide, other than artificial corundum | Free | 0% | 0% |
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 artificial corundum
India's exports to all countries under HS 2818.20, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2818.20 is 4%, 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 0.7% 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 artificial corundum from India?
0% on the US tariff line for this code, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 0%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for artificial corundum?
2818.20, under heading 2818 (Artificial corundum, whether or not chemically defined; aluminum oxide; aluminum hydroxide). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export artificial corundum?
Yes. India exported $1.63 billion under HS 2818.20 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.