Men's knitted cotton trousers from India
India exported $144 million of men's knitted cotton trousers (HS 6103.42) in FY2025-26, up 22% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 20.3% to 26.1% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 30.3% to 36.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 20.3%China 30.3%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $144MUp 22.3% on last year
- HS code
- 6103.42Page 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.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6103.42.10 | Of cotton: Trousers, breeches and shorts | 16.1% | 26.1% | 36.1% |
| 6103.42.20 | Of cotton: Bib and brace overalls | 10.3% | 20.3% | 30.3% |
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 knitted cotton trousers
India's exports to all countries under HS 6103.42, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6103.42 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 knitted cotton trousers from India?
20.3% to 26.1% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 6103.42, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 30.3% to 36.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for men's knitted cotton trousers?
6103.42, under heading 6103 (Men's or boys' suits, ensembles, suit-type jackets, blazers, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear), 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 knitted cotton trousers?
Yes. India exported $144 million under HS 6103.42 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.