Dextrins and modified starches from India

India exported $63.3 million of dextrins and modified starches (HS 3505.10) in FY2025-26, up 20% on FY2024-25. The EU's average base duty is 7.7%, before India's GSP preference.

India's exports, FY2025-26
$63MUp 20.1% on last year
HS code
3505.10Page updated 6 Nov 2026

US import duty, India vs China

Goods made in India pay a compound rate US import duty. Some rates here are compound, so check the lines below.

The US tariff line
HTS lineDescriptionBaseIndiaChina
3505.10.00 Dextrins and other modified starches (for example, pregelatinized or esterified starches); glues based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches: Dextrins and other modified starches 0.7¢/kg – –

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 dextrins and modified starches

FY2022-23 $57.6 million
FY2023-24 $59.3 million
FY2024-25 $52.7 million
FY2025-26 $63.3 million

India's exports to all countries under HS 3505.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.

Rules and other duties

EU base duty
The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3505.10 is 7.7%, 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 HS code for dextrins and modified starches?

3505.10, under heading 3505 (Dextrins and other modified starches (for example, pregelatinized or esterified starches); glues based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.

Does India export dextrins and modified starches?

Yes. India exported $63.3 million under HS 3505.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.