Men's knit shirts from India
India exported $143 million of men's knit shirts (HS 6105.90) in FY2025-26, down 7.2% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10.9% to 24.9% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 13.4% to 34.9% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10.9%China 13.4%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $143MDown 7.2% on last year
- HS code
- 6105.90Page 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 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6105.90.10.00 | Of other textile materials: Of wool or fine animal hair (438) | 14.9% | 24.9% | 34.9% |
| 6105.90.40.00 | Of other textile materials: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste (738) | 0.9% | 10.9% | 13.4% |
| 6105.90.80 | Of other textile materials: Other | 5.6% | 15.6% | 25.6% |
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 knit shirts
India's exports to all countries under HS 6105.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6105.90 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 knit shirts from India?
10.9% to 24.9% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 6105.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 13.4% to 34.9%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for men's knit shirts?
6105.90, under heading 6105 (Men's or boys' shirts, 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 knit shirts?
Yes. India exported $143 million under HS 6105.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.