Industrial fatty acids and acid oils from India
India exported $339 million of industrial fatty acids and acid oils (HS 3823.19) in FY2025-26, up 11% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12.3% to 13.2% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 22.3% to 23.2% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12.3%China 22.3%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $339MUp 11.4% on last year
- HS code
- 3823.19Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3823.19.20.00 | Other: Derived from coconut, palm-kernel or palm oil | 2.3% | 12.3% | 22.3% |
| 3823.19.40.00 | Other: Other | 3.2% | 13.2% | 23.2% |
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 industrial fatty acids and acid oils
India's exports to all countries under HS 3823.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3823.19 is 2.9%, 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% 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 industrial fatty acids and acid oils from India?
12.3% to 13.2% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3823.19, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 22.3% to 23.2%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for industrial fatty acids and acid oils?
3823.19, under heading 3823 (Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids; acid oils from refining; industrial fatty alcohols). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export industrial fatty acids and acid oils?
Yes. India exported $339 million under HS 3823.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.