Hand-executed paintings and drawings from India
India exported $76.7 million of hand-executed paintings and drawings (HS 9701.91) in FY2025-26, up 17% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 7.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 7.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $77MUp 17.3% on last year
- HS code
- 9701.91Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 7.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9701.91.00.00 | Other: Paintings, drawings, and pastels | Free | 0% | 7.5% |
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 hand-executed paintings and drawings
India's exports to all countries under HS 9701.91, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0% 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 hand-executed paintings and drawings 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 7.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for hand-executed paintings and drawings?
9701.91, under heading 9701 (Painting, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading 4906 and other than hand-painted or hand-decorated manufacture articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export hand-executed paintings and drawings?
Yes. India exported $76.7 million under HS 9701.91 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.