Beverage flavoring preparations from India
India exported $378 million of beverage flavoring preparations (HS 3302.90) in FY2025-26, up 7.3% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $378MUp 7.3% on last year
- HS code
- 3302.90Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3302.90.10 | Other: Containing no alcohol or not over 10 percent of alcohol by weight | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 3302.90.20 | Other: Containing over 10 percent of alcohol by weight | 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 beverage flavoring preparations
India's exports to all countries under HS 3302.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3302.90 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.7% to 0.8% 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 beverage flavoring preparations from India?
10% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3302.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for beverage flavoring preparations?
3302.90, under heading 3302 (Mixtures of odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry; other preparations based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for the manufacture of beverages). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export beverage flavoring preparations?
Yes. India exported $378 million under HS 3302.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.