Dyed cotton knitted fabrics from India
India exported $155 million of dyed cotton knitted fabrics (HS 6006.22) in FY2025-26, down 10% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 20% US import duty, against 47.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 20%China 47.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $155MDown 10.3% on last year
- HS code
- 6006.22Page 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.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6006.22.10.00 | Dyed: Circular knit, wholly of cotton yarns exceeding <il>100 metric</il> number per single yarn (222) | 10% | 20% | 47.5% |
| 6006.22.90 | Dyed: Other | 10% | 20% | 47.5% |
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 dyed cotton knitted fabrics
India's exports to all countries under HS 6006.22, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6006.22 is 8%, 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 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 to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on dyed cotton knitted fabrics from India?
20% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 6006.22, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 47.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for dyed cotton knitted fabrics?
6006.22, under heading 6006 (Other knitted or crocheted fabrics). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export dyed cotton knitted fabrics?
Yes. India exported $155 million under HS 6006.22 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.