Men's cotton knit pajamas from India
India exported $213 million of men's cotton knit pajamas (HS 6107.21) in FY2025-26, up 18% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 18.9% US import duty, against 28.9% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 18.9%China 28.9%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $213MUp 17.7% on last year
- HS code
- 6107.21Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6107.21.00 | Nightshirts and pajamas: Of cotton | 8.9% | 18.9% | 28.9% |
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 men's cotton knit pajamas
India's exports to all countries under HS 6107.21, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6107.21 is 12%, 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.
- RoSCTL
- Apparel and made-ups from India get the RoSCTL rebate of state and central taxes, which a supplier may factor into its price.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on men's cotton knit pajamas from India?
18.9% 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 28.9%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for men's cotton knit pajamas?
6107.21, under heading 6107 (Men's or boys' underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pajamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles, knitted or crocheted). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export men's cotton knit pajamas?
Yes. India exported $213 million under HS 6107.21 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.