Ferrosilicon manganese from India
India exported $1.26 billion of ferrosilicon manganese (HS 7202.30) in FY2025-26, up 23% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 3.9% US import duty, against 28.9% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 3.9%China 28.9%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $1.26BUp 23.2% on last year
- HS code
- 7202.30Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 25.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7202.30.00 | Ferroalloys: Ferrosilicon manganese | 3.9% | 3.9% | 28.9% |
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 ferrosilicon manganese
India's exports to all countries under HS 7202.30, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7202.30 is 3.7%, 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 ferrosilicon manganese from India?
3.9% 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 28.9%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for ferrosilicon manganese?
7202.30, 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 ferrosilicon manganese?
Yes. India exported $1.26 billion under HS 7202.30 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.