Hand operated valves from India
India exported $1.57 billion of hand operated valves (HS 8481.80) in FY2025-26, up 19% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12% to 15.6% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 39.5% to 43.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12%China 39.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $1.57BUp 18.9% on last year
- HS code
- 8481.80Page 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 4 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8481.80.10 | Hand operated: Of copper | 4% | 14% | 41.5% |
| 8481.80.30 | Hand operated: Of iron or steel | 5.6% | 15.6% | 43.1% |
| 8481.80.50 | Hand operated: Of other materials | 3% | 13% | 40.5% |
| 8481.80.90 | Other appliances: Other | 2% | 12% | 39.5% |
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 operated valves
India's exports to all countries under HS 8481.80, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8481.80 is 2.2%, 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% to 1.9% 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 hand operated valves from India?
12% to 15.6% on the 4 US tariff lines under HS 8481.80, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 39.5% to 43.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for hand operated valves?
8481.80, under heading 8481 (Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export hand operated valves?
Yes. India exported $1.57 billion under HS 8481.80 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.