Ball bearings from India
India exported $181 million of ball bearings (HS 8482.10) in FY2025-26, up 9.9% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12.4% to 19% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 39.9% to 46.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12.4%China 39.9%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $181MUp 9.9% on last year
- HS code
- 8482.10Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8482.10.10 | Ball bearings: Ball bearings with integral shafts | 2.4% | 12.4% | 39.9% |
| 8482.10.50 | Ball bearings: Other34% for some products under this code, depending on the exact tariff line and metal content | 9% | 19% | 46.5% |
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 ball bearings
India's exports to all countries under HS 8482.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8482.10 is 8%, 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 0.9% 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 ball bearings from India?
12.4% to 19% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8482.10, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 39.9% to 46.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for ball bearings?
8482.10, under heading 8482 (Ball or roller bearings, and parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export ball bearings?
Yes. India exported $181 million under HS 8482.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.