Iron or steel flexible tubing from India
India exported $112 million of iron or steel flexible tubing (HS 8307.10) in FY2025-26, up 12% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13.8% US import duty, against 41.3% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13.8%China 41.3%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $112MUp 11.8% on last year
- HS code
- 8307.10Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8307.10.30.00 | Of iron or steel: With fittings | 3.8% | 13.8% | 41.3% |
| 8307.10.60 | Of iron or steel: Other28.8% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 3.8% | 13.8% | 41.3% |
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 iron or steel flexible tubing
India's exports to all countries under HS 8307.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8307.10 is 1.4%, ranging from 0% to 2.7% across tariff lines, 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 0.5% 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 iron or steel flexible tubing from India?
13.8% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8307.10, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 41.3%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for iron or steel flexible tubing?
8307.10, under heading 8307 (Flexible tubing of base metal, with or without fittings). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export iron or steel flexible tubing?
Yes. India exported $112 million under HS 8307.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.