High-voltage switching apparatus from India
India exported $154 million of high-voltage switching apparatus (HS 8535.90) in FY2025-26, up 19% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12.7% US import duty, against 40.2% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12.7%China 40.2%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $154MUp 19.1% on last year
- HS code
- 8535.90Page 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 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8535.90.40.00 | Other: Motor starters and motor overload protectors | 2.7% | 12.7% | 40.2% |
| 8535.90.80 | Other: Other | 2.7% | 12.7% | 40.2% |
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 high-voltage switching apparatus
India's exports to all countries under HS 8535.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8535.90 is 2.7%, 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 0.7% 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 high-voltage switching apparatus from India?
12.7% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8535.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 40.2%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for high-voltage switching apparatus?
8535.90, under heading 8535 (Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, fuses, lightning arresters, voltage limiters, surge suppressors, plugs and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage exceeding <il>1,000 V</il>). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export high-voltage switching apparatus?
Yes. India exported $154 million under HS 8535.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.