Iron or steel handtools from India
India exported $82.8 million of iron or steel handtools (HS 8205.59) in FY2025-26, down 9.3% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 17.2% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 44.7% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $83MDown 9.3% on last year
- HS code
- 8205.59Page 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 8 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8205.59.10.00 | Other: Pipe tools, and parts thereof | 7.2% | 17.2% | 44.7% |
| 8205.59.20.00 | Other: Powder-actuated handtools, and parts thereof | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8205.59.30 | Other: Crowbars, track tools and wedges, and parts thereof | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8205.59.45.00 | Of iron or steel Caulking guns | 5.3% | 15.3% | 42.8% |
| 8205.59.55 | Of iron or steel Other30.3% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 5.3% | 15.3% | 42.8% |
| 8205.59.60.00 | Other: Of copper | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8205.59.70.00 | Other: Of aluminum | 1.5¢/kg + 3.5% | – | – |
| 8205.59.80.00 | Other: Other | 3.7% | 13.7% | 41.2% |
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 iron or steel handtools
India's exports to all countries under HS 8205.59, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8205.59 is 3.2%, ranging from 2.7% to 3.7% 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 1.1% 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 iron or steel handtools from India?
10% to 17.2% on the 8 US tariff lines under HS 8205.59, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 44.7%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for iron or steel handtools?
8205.59, under heading 8205 (Handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included; blow torches and similar self-contained torches; vises, clamps and the like, other than accessories for and parts of machine tools or water-jet cutting machines; anvils; portable forges; hand- or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks; base metal parts thereof). 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 handtools?
Yes. India exported $82.8 million under HS 8205.59 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.