Cement or concrete products from India
India exported $213 million of cement or concrete products (HS 6810.99) in FY2025-26, down 34% 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
- $213MDown 34.1% on last year
- HS code
- 6810.99Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6810.99.00 | Other articles: 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 cement or concrete products
India's exports to all countries under HS 6810.99, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6810.99 is 1.7%, 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 cement or concrete products 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 cement or concrete products?
6810.99, under heading 6810 (Articles of cement, of concrete or of artificial stone, whether or not reinforced). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export cement or concrete products?
Yes. India exported $213 million under HS 6810.99 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.