Lead-acid starter batteries from India
India exported $252 million of lead-acid starter batteries (HS 8507.10) in FY2025-26, down 5.3% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13.5% US import duty, against 41% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13.5%China 41%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $252MDown 5.3% on last year
- HS code
- 8507.10Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8507.10.00 | Electric storage batteries, including separators therefor, whether or not rectangular (including square); parts thereof: Lead-acid storage batteries, of a kind used for starting piston engines | 3.5% | 13.5% | 41% |
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 lead-acid starter batteries
India's exports to all countries under HS 8507.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- United States
- Lithium battery shipping. Lithium-ion cells and batteries are dangerous goods in transport. They must pass UN 38.3 tests and be packed, marked and documented under hazardous materials rules. 49 CFR 173.185
- European Union
- Batteries. Batteries need CE marking and labels including the separate-collection symbol. The producer must register for extended producer responsibility in each member state where they're sold. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542
- United Kingdom
- Batteries. Batteries must stay within limits on mercury and cadmium and carry the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol. SI 2008/2164
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8507.10 is 1.9%, ranging from 0% 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 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 lead-acid starter batteries from India?
13.5% 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 41%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for lead-acid starter batteries?
8507.10, under heading 8507 (Electric storage batteries, including separators therefor, whether or not rectangular (including square); parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export lead-acid starter batteries?
Yes. India exported $252 million under HS 8507.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.