Ferromolybdenum from India
India exported $53.3 million of ferromolybdenum (HS 7202.70) in FY2025-26, up 44% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 14.5% US import duty, against 17% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 14.5%China 17%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $53MUp 44.3% on last year
- HS code
- 7202.70Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7202.70.00.00 | Ferroalloys: Ferromolybdenum | 4.5% | 14.5% | 17% |
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 ferromolybdenum
India's exports to all countries under HS 7202.70, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7202.70 is 2.7%, 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.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on ferromolybdenum from India?
14.5% 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 17%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for ferromolybdenum?
7202.70, under heading 7202 (Ferroalloys). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export ferromolybdenum?
Yes. India exported $53.3 million under HS 7202.70 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.