Man-made filament nonwovens from India
India exported $71.9 million of man-made filament nonwovens (HS 5603.12) in FY2025-26, down 23% 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
- $72MDown 22.8% on last year
- HS code
- 5603.12Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5603.12.00 | Of man-made filaments: Weighing more than 25 g/m<sup>2</sup> but not more than 70 g/m<sup>2</sup> | 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 man-made filament nonwovens
India's exports to all countries under HS 5603.12, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 5603.12 is 4.3%, 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 1.4% 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 man-made filament nonwovens 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 man-made filament nonwovens?
5603.12, under heading 5603 (Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export man-made filament nonwovens?
Yes. India exported $71.9 million under HS 5603.12 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.