Cocoa-free sugar confectionery from India
India exported $260 million of cocoa-free sugar confectionery (HS 1704.90) in FY2025-26, up 25% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 22.2% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 20% to 47.9% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 20%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $260MUp 25.2% on last year
- HS code
- 1704.90Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 11 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1704.90.10.00 | Confections or sweetmeats ready for consumption: Candied nuts | 4.5% | 14.5% | 24.5% |
| 1704.90.25.00 | Other: Cough drops | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 1704.90.35 | Other: Other | 5.6% | 15.6% | 43.1% |
| 1704.90.52.00 | Other: Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 12.2% | 22.2% | 32.2% |
| 1704.90.54.00 | Dairy products described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4: Described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 12.2% | 22.2% | 32.2% |
| 1704.90.58.00 | Dairy products described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4: Other | 40¢/kg +10.4% | – | – |
| 1704.90.64.00 | Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17: Described in additional U.S. note 7 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | 12.2% | 22.2% | 32.2% |
| 1704.90.68.00 | Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17: Other | 40¢/kg + 10.4% | – | – |
| 1704.90.74.00 | Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17: Described in additional U.S. note 8 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | 12.2% | 22.2% | 32.2% |
| 1704.90.78.00 | Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17: Other | 40¢/kg + 10.4% | – | – |
| 1704.90.90.00 | Other: Other | 10.4% | 20.4% | 47.9% |
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 cocoa-free sugar confectionery
India's exports to all countries under HS 1704.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 1704.90 is 13.4%, 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 0.5% 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 cocoa-free sugar confectionery from India?
10% to 22.2% on the 11 US tariff lines under HS 1704.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 20% to 47.9%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for cocoa-free sugar confectionery?
1704.90, under heading 1704 (Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export cocoa-free sugar confectionery?
Yes. India exported $260 million under HS 1704.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.