Kaolin and kaolinic clays from India
India exported $53.7 million of kaolin and kaolinic clays (HS 2507.00) in FY2025-26, down 11% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $54MDown 11.3% on last year
- HS code
- 2507.00Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2507.00.00.00 | Kaolin and other kaolinic clays, whether or not calcined | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
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 kaolin and kaolinic clays
India's exports to all countries under HS 2507.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2507.00 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on kaolin and kaolinic clays from India?
10% on the US tariff line for this code, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for kaolin and kaolinic clays?
2507.00, under heading 2507. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export kaolin and kaolinic clays?
Yes. India exported $53.7 million under HS 2507.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.