Artificial graphite from India
India exported $147 million of artificial graphite (HS 3801.10) in FY2025-26, up 574% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 13.7% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 41.2% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $147MUp 574.3% on last year
- HS code
- 3801.10Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 27.5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3801.10.10.00 | Artificial graphite: Plates, rods, powder and other forms, wholly or partly manufactured, for manufacturing into brushes for electric generators, motors or other machines or appliances | 3.7% | 13.7% | 41.2% |
| 3801.10.50 | Artificial graphite: Other | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
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 graphite
India's exports to all countries under HS 3801.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3801.10 is 3.6%, 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 graphite from India?
10% to 13.7% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3801.10, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 41.2%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for artificial graphite?
3801.10, under heading 3801 (Artificial graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite; preparations based on graphite or other carbon in the form of pastes, blocks, plates or other semimanufactures). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export artificial graphite?
Yes. India exported $147 million under HS 3801.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.