Miscellaneous mechanical machines from India
India exported $582 million of miscellaneous mechanical machines (HS 8479.89) in FY2025-26, down 5.6% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 12.8% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 22.8% to 40% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 22.8%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $582MDown 5.6% on last year
- HS code
- 8479.89Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 12.8 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 8 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8479.89.10.00 | Electromechanical appliances with self-contained electric motor: Air humidifiers or dehumidifiers | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8479.89.20.00 | Electromechanical appliances with self-contained electric motor: Floor polishers | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8479.89.55.00 | Electromechanical appliances with self-contained electric motor: Trash compactors15% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 2.8% | 12.8% | 22.8% |
| 8479.89.65.00 | Electromechanical appliances with self-contained electric motor: Other15% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 2.8% | 12.8% | 22.8% |
| 8479.89.70.00 | Other: Carpet sweepers | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8479.89.83.00 | Other: Machines for the manufacturing of optical media | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8479.89.92.00 | Other: Automated electronic component placement machines of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of printed circuit assemblies | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8479.89.95 | Other: Other15% for some products under this code, depending on the exact tariff line and metal content | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
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 miscellaneous mechanical machines
India's exports to all countries under HS 8479.89, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8479.89 is 1.4%, ranging from 0% to 1.7% across tariff lines, 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.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.9% 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 miscellaneous mechanical machines from India?
10% to 12.8% on the 8 US tariff lines under HS 8479.89, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 22.8% to 40%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for miscellaneous mechanical machines?
8479.89, under heading 8479 (Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export miscellaneous mechanical machines?
Yes. India exported $582 million under HS 8479.89 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.