Iodides from India
India exported $63.0 million of iodides (HS 2827.60) in FY2025-26, up 11% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% to 12.8% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 25% to 40.3% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $63MUp 11.4% on last year
- HS code
- 2827.60Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 25.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2827.60.10.00 | Iodides and iodide oxides: Of calcium or of copper | Free | 0% | 25% |
| 2827.60.20.00 | Iodides and iodide oxides: Of potassium2.8% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 2.8% | 12.8% | 40.3% |
| 2827.60.51.00 | Iodides and iodide oxides: Other | 4.2% | 4.2% | 29.2% |
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 iodides
India's exports to all countries under HS 2827.60, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2827.60 is 5.5%, 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 iodides from India?
0% to 12.8% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 2827.60, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 25% to 40.3%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for iodides?
2827.60, under heading 2827 (Chlorides, chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export iodides?
Yes. India exported $63.0 million under HS 2827.60 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.