Catalytic converters from India
India exported $69.7 million of catalytic converters (HS 8421.32) in FY2025-26, up 41% 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
- $70MUp 40.9% on last year
- HS code
- 8421.32Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8421.32.00.00 | Filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for gases: Catalytic converters or particulate filters, whether or not combined, for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines | 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 catalytic converters
India's exports to all countries under HS 8421.32, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 1.1% 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 catalytic converters from India?
10% 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 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for catalytic converters?
8421.32, under heading 8421 (Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export catalytic converters?
Yes. India exported $69.7 million under HS 8421.32 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.