Electric lighting fittings from India
India exported $51.7 million of electric lighting fittings (HS 9405.49) in FY2025-26, up 14% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13.9% US import duty, against 41.4% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13.9%China 41.4%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $52MUp 13.6% on last year
- HS code
- 9405.49Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9405.49.00.00 | Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings: Other | 3.9% | 13.9% | 41.4% |
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 electric lighting fittings
India's exports to all countries under HS 9405.49, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- 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 US import duty on electric lighting fittings from India?
13.9% 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 41.4%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for electric lighting fittings?
9405.49, under heading 9405 (Luminaires and lighting fittings including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, having a permanently fixed light source, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export electric lighting fittings?
Yes. India exported $51.7 million under HS 9405.49 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.