Fresh or dried bananas from India
India exported $496 million of fresh or dried bananas (HS 0803.90) in FY2025-26, up 31% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 25% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $496MUp 30.7% on last year
- HS code
- 0803.90Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0803.90.00 | Bananas and plantains, fresh or dried: Other | Free | 0% | 25% |
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 or dried bananas
India's exports to all countries under HS 0803.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 0803.90 is 16%, 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 2.4% to 2.9% 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 US import duty on fresh or dried bananas from India?
0% 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 25%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for fresh or dried bananas?
0803.90, under heading 0803 (Bananas and plantains, fresh or dried). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export fresh or dried bananas?
Yes. India exported $496 million under HS 0803.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.