Communication switching and routing machines from India
India exported $1.70 billion of communication switching and routing machines (HS 8517.62) in FY2025-26, up 73% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 25% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $1.70BUp 72.6% on last year
- HS code
- 8517.62Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 25.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8517.62.00 | Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network): Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus | Free | 0% | 25% |
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 communication switching and routing machines
India's exports to all countries under HS 8517.62, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- United States
- FCC equipment authorization. Electronics that emit radio-frequency energy need FCC authorization before sale: a Supplier's Declaration of Conformity for most LED lighting, and certification for Bluetooth and other radio transmitters. 47 CFR Part 15
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8517.62 is 0%, from 2021 data. 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
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on communication switching and routing machines from India?
0% 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 25%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for communication switching and routing machines?
8517.62, under heading 8517 (Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export communication switching and routing machines?
Yes. India exported $1.70 billion under HS 8517.62 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.