Motorcycles 500 to 800 cc from India
India exported $98.5 million of motorcycles 500 to 800 cc (HS 8711.40) in FY2025-26, up 15% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 12.4% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 20% to 22.4% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 20%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $99MUp 15.2% on last year
- HS code
- 8711.40Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8711.40.30.00 | With internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding <il>500 cc</il> but not exceeding <il>800 cc</il>: Exceeding <il>500 cc</il> but not exceeding <il>700 cc</il> | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 8711.40.60 | With internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding <il>500 cc</il> but not exceeding <il>800 cc</il>: Exceeding <il>700 cc</il> but not exceeding <il>800 cc</il> | 2.4% | 12.4% | 22.4% |
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 motorcycles 500 to 800 cc
India's exports to all countries under HS 8711.40, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8711.40 is 6%, 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 0.8% 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 motorcycles 500 to 800 cc from India?
10% to 12.4% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8711.40, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 20% to 22.4%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for motorcycles 500 to 800 cc?
8711.40, under heading 8711 (Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export motorcycles 500 to 800 cc?
Yes. India exported $98.5 million under HS 8711.40 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.