Milk fats and oils from India
India exported $189 million of milk fats and oils (HS 0405.90) in FY2025-26, down 3.6% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 20% US import duty, against 30% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 20%China 30%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $189MDown 3.6% on last year
- HS code
- 0405.90Page 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 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0405.90.05 | Other: Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| 0405.90.10 | Other: Described in additional U.S. note 14 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| 0405.90.20 | Other: Other | $1.865/kg + 8.5% | – | – |
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 milk fats and oils
India's exports to all countries under HS 0405.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 0405.90 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.5% 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 milk fats and oils from India?
20% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 0405.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 30%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for milk fats and oils?
0405.90, under heading 0405 (Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export milk fats and oils?
Yes. India exported $189 million under HS 0405.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.