Front-end shovel loaders from India
India exported $283 million of front-end shovel loaders (HS 8429.51) in FY2025-26, up 23% 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
- $283MUp 23.1% on last year
- HS code
- 8429.51Page 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.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8429.51.10 | Front-end shovel loaders: Wheel-type25% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8429.51.50 | Front-end shovel loaders: Other25% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 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 front-end shovel loaders
India's exports to all countries under HS 8429.51, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8429.51 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 front-end shovel loaders from India?
10% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8429.51, 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 front-end shovel loaders?
8429.51, under heading 8429 (Self-propelled bulldozers, angledozers, graders, levelers, scrapers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines and road rollers). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export front-end shovel loaders?
Yes. India exported $283 million under HS 8429.51 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.