Cotton knit sweaters from India
India exported $232 million of cotton knit sweaters (HS 6110.20) in FY2025-26, up 5.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 15% to 26.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 25% to 36.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 15%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $232MUp 5.7% on last year
- HS code
- 6110.20Page 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 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6110.20.10 | Of cotton: Containing 36 percent or more by weight of flax fibers | 5% | 15% | 25% |
| 6110.20.20 | Of cotton: Other | 16.5% | 26.5% | 36.5% |
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 cotton knit sweaters
India's exports to all countries under HS 6110.20, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6110.20 is 12%, 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.
- RoSCTL
- Apparel and made-ups from India get the RoSCTL rebate of state and central taxes, which a supplier may factor into its price.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on cotton knit sweaters from India?
15% to 26.5% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 6110.20, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 25% to 36.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for cotton knit sweaters?
6110.20, under heading 6110 (Sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export cotton knit sweaters?
Yes. India exported $232 million under HS 6110.20 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.