Fresh chili peppers from India
India exported $66.4 million of fresh chili peppers (HS 0709.60) in FY2025-26, down 0.9% on FY2024-25. The EU's average base duty is 4%, before India's GSP preference.
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $66MDown 0.9% on last year
- HS code
- 0709.60Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
Goods made in India pay a compound rate US import duty. Some rates here are compound, so check the lines below.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0709.60.20 | Fruits of the genus <i>Capsicum</i> (peppers) or of the genus <i>Pimenta</i> (e.g., allspice): Chili peppers | 4.4¢/kg | – | – |
| 0709.60.40 | Fruits of the genus <i>Capsicum</i> (peppers) or of the genus <i>Pimenta</i> (e.g., allspice): Other | 4.7¢/kg | – | – |
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 fresh chili peppers
India's exports to all countries under HS 0709.60, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 0709.60 is 4%, ranging from 0% to 7.2% across tariff lines, 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.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 1.9% 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 HS code for fresh chili peppers?
0709.60, under heading 0709 (Other vegetables, fresh or chilled). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export fresh chili peppers?
Yes. India exported $66.4 million under HS 0709.60 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.