Earthmoving machinery parts from India
India exported $839 million of earthmoving machinery parts (HS 8431.49) in FY2025-26, up 15% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $839MUp 14.6% on last year
- HS code
- 8431.49Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8431.49.10 | Other: Of machinery of heading 842625% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8431.49.90 | Other: Other25% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
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 earthmoving machinery parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8431.49, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8431.49 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.9% 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 earthmoving machinery parts from India?
10% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8431.49, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for earthmoving machinery parts?
8431.49, under heading 8431 (Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export earthmoving machinery parts?
Yes. India exported $839 million under HS 8431.49 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.