Diesel goods vehicles up to 5 tonnes from India
India exported $448 million of diesel goods vehicles up to 5 tonnes (HS 8704.21) in FY2025-26, down 17% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 35% US import duty, against 62.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 35%China 62.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $448MDown 16.8% on last year
- HS code
- 8704.21Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8704.21.01.00 | Other, with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel): G.V.W. not exceeding <il>5 metric tons</il> | 25% | 35% | 62.5% |
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. A separate Section 232 duty on vehicles and vehicle parts isn't included and may add substantially to these figures. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of diesel goods vehicles up to 5 tonnes
India's exports to all countries under HS 8704.21, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8704.21 is 13.5%, ranging from 3.5% to 22% across tariff lines, 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 1.2% 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 diesel goods vehicles up to 5 tonnes from India?
35% 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 62.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included. A separate Section 232 duty on vehicles and vehicle parts isn't included either.
What is the HS code for diesel goods vehicles up to 5 tonnes?
8704.21, under heading 8704 (Motor vehicles for the transport of goods). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export diesel goods vehicles up to 5 tonnes?
Yes. India exported $448 million under HS 8704.21 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.