Combed single cotton yarn 43-52 nm from India
India exported $968 million of combed single cotton yarn 43-52 nm (HS 5205.23) in FY2025-26, down 10% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 18.6% US import duty, against 46.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 18.6%China 46.1%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $968MDown 10.2% on last year
- HS code
- 5205.23Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205.23.00 | Single yarn, of combed fibers: Exceeding 43 nm but not exceeding 52 nm | 8.6% | 18.6% | 46.1% |
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 combed single cotton yarn 43-52 nm
India's exports to all countries under HS 5205.23, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 5205.23 is 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 3.4% 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 combed single cotton yarn 43-52 nm from India?
18.6% 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 46.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for combed single cotton yarn 43-52 nm?
5205.23, under heading 5205 (Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export combed single cotton yarn 43-52 nm?
Yes. India exported $968 million under HS 5205.23 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.