Fixed and variable capacitors from India
India exported $54.8 million of fixed and variable capacitors (HS 8532.10) in FY2025-26, down 5.9% 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
- $55MDown 5.9% on last year
- HS code
- 8532.10Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8532.10.00.00 | Electrical capacitors, fixed, variable or adjustable (pre-set); parts thereof: Fixed capacitors designed for use in <il>50/60 Hz</il> circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than <il>0.5 kvar (power capacitors)</il> | 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 fixed and variable capacitors
India's exports to all countries under HS 8532.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8532.10 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.7% 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 fixed and variable capacitors from India?
10% 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 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for fixed and variable capacitors?
8532.10, under heading 8532 (Electrical capacitors, fixed, variable or adjustable (pre-set); parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export fixed and variable capacitors?
Yes. India exported $54.8 million under HS 8532.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.