Gears, sprockets and transmission parts from India
India exported $256 million of gears, sprockets and transmission parts (HS 8483.90) in FY2025-26, up 13% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12.5% to 15.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 40% to 43% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12.5%China 40%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $256MUp 12.7% on last year
- HS code
- 8483.90Page 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 6 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8483.90.10 | Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts: Chain sprockets and parts thereof | 2.8% | 12.8% | 40.3% |
| 8483.90.20.00 | Parts of bearing housings and plain shaft bearings: Parts of flange, take-up, cartridge and hanger units15% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 4.5% | 14.5% | 42% |
| 8483.90.30.00 | Parts of bearing housings and plain shaft bearings: Other29.5% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 4.5% | 14.5% | 42% |
| 8483.90.50 | Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts: Parts of gearing, gear boxes and other speed changers27.5% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
| 8483.90.70.00 | Other: Parts of articles of subheading 8483.2030.5% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 5.5% | 15.5% | 43% |
| 8483.90.80 | Other: Other27.8% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 2.8% | 12.8% | 40.3% |
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 gears, sprockets and transmission parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8483.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8483.90 is 1.9%, ranging from 0% to 5.7% 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 0.9% 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 gears, sprockets and transmission parts from India?
12.5% to 15.5% on the 6 US tariff lines under HS 8483.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 40% to 43%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for gears, sprockets and transmission parts?
8483.90, under heading 8483 (Transmission shafts (including camshafts and crankshafts) and cranks; bearing housings, housed bearings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including pulley blocks; clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints); parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export gears, sprockets and transmission parts?
Yes. India exported $256 million under HS 8483.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.