Copper waste and scrap from India
India exported $318 million of copper waste and scrap (HS 7404.00) in FY2025-26, up 107% 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
- $318MUp 107.2% on last year
- HS code
- 7404.00Page 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.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7404.00.30 | Copper waste and scrap: Spent anodes; waste and scrap with a copper content of less than 94 percent by weight | Free | 0% | 25% |
| 7404.00.60 | Copper waste and scrap: Other | 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 copper waste and scrap
India's exports to all countries under HS 7404.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7404.00 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.3% 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 for most lines, with restrictions on some. 74040021: free.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on copper waste and scrap from India?
0% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 7404.00, 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 copper waste and scrap?
7404.00, under heading 7404. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export copper waste and scrap?
Yes. India exported $318 million under HS 7404.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.