Fruit and nut purees and pastes from India
India exported $115 million of fruit and nut purees and pastes (HS 2007.99) in FY2025-26, down 12% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 1.3% to 24% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 20% to 49.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 1.3%China 20%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $115MDown 11.9% on last year
- HS code
- 2007.99Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 18.7 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 16 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007.99.05.00 | Jams: Lingonberry and raspberry | 1.8% | 11.8% | 39.3% |
| 2007.99.10.00 | Jams: Strawberry | 2.2% | 12.2% | 39.7% |
| 2007.99.15.00 | Jams: Currant and other berry | 1.4% | 11.4% | 38.9% |
| 2007.99.20.00 | Jams: Apricot | 3.5% | 13.5% | 41% |
| 2007.99.25.00 | Jams: Cherry | 4.5% | 14.5% | 42% |
| 2007.99.30.00 | Jams: Guava | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 2007.99.35.00 | Jams: Peach | 7% | 17% | 44.5% |
| 2007.99.40.00 | Jams: Pineapple | 4% | 4% | 29% |
| 2007.99.45.00 | Jams: Other | 5.6% | 15.6% | 43.1% |
| 2007.99.48.00 | Pastes and purees: Apple, quince and pear | 12% | 22% | 49.5% |
| 2007.99.50 | Pastes and purees: Guava and mango | 1.3% | 1.3% | 26.3% |
| 2007.99.55.00 | Pastes and purees: Papaya | 14% | 24% | 34% |
Showing 12 of 16 tariff lines. 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 fruit and nut purees and pastes
India's exports to all countries under HS 2007.99, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2007.99 is 23.3%, ranging from 15% to 24% 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 1.3% to 2.4% 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 fruit and nut purees and pastes from India?
1.3% to 24% on the 16 US tariff lines under HS 2007.99, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 20% to 49.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for fruit and nut purees and pastes?
2007.99, under heading 2007 (Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut pureé and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export fruit and nut purees and pastes?
Yes. India exported $115 million under HS 2007.99 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.