Biodiesel from India
India exported $117 million of biodiesel (HS 3826.00) in FY2025-26, up 21940% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 14.6% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 42.1% to 44% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 14.6%China 42.1%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $117MUp 21939.6% on last year
- HS code
- 3826.00Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3826.00.10.00 | Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 percent by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous materials: Biodiesel not containing petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous materials (B100) | 4.6% | 14.6% | 42.1% |
| 3826.00.30.00 | Biodiesel and mixtures thereof, not containing or containing less than 70 percent by weight of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous materials: Other6.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
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 biodiesel
India's exports to all countries under HS 3826.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3826.00 is 6.5%, 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
- Export is restricted. 38260000: Restricted.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on biodiesel from India?
14.6% to 16.5% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3826.00, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 42.1% to 44%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for biodiesel?
3826.00, under heading 3826. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export biodiesel?
Yes. India exported $117 million under HS 3826.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.