Medicated gauze and bandages from India
India exported $68.3 million of medicated gauze and bandages (HS 3005.90) in FY2025-26, down 18% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 12.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 12.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $68MDown 17.9% on last year
- HS code
- 3005.90Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3005.90.10.00 | Other: Coated or impregnated with pharmaceutical substances | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 3005.90.50 | Other: Other | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
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. A separate Section 232 duty on patented medicines isn't included and may add substantially to these figures. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of medicated gauze and bandages
India's exports to all countries under HS 3005.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3005.90 is 0%, from 2021 data. 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 medicated gauze and bandages from India?
10% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3005.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 12.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included. A separate Section 232 duty on patented medicines isn't included either.
What is the HS code for medicated gauze and bandages?
3005.90, under heading 3005 (Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles (for example, dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export medicated gauze and bandages?
Yes. India exported $68.3 million under HS 3005.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.