Industrial fatty alcohols from India
India exported $115 million of industrial fatty alcohols (HS 3823.70) in FY2025-26, up 8.6% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12% to 15.1% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 22% to 25.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12%China 22%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $115MUp 8.6% on last year
- HS code
- 3823.70Page 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 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3823.70.20.00 | Derived from fatty substances of animal or vegetable origin: Oleyl | 5.1% | 15.1% | 25.1% |
| 3823.70.40.00 | Derived from fatty substances of animal or vegetable origin: Other | 2% | 12% | 22% |
| 3823.70.60.00 | Industrial fatty alcohols: Other | 2.4% | 12.4% | 22.4% |
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 alcohols
India's exports to all countries under HS 3823.70, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3823.70 is 3.8%, 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 industrial fatty alcohols from India?
12% to 15.1% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 3823.70, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 22% to 25.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for industrial fatty alcohols?
3823.70, 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 alcohols?
Yes. India exported $115 million under HS 3823.70 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.