Multi-phase AC motors above 75 kW from India
India exported $94.5 million of multi-phase AC motors above 75 kW (HS 8501.53) in FY2025-26, down 10% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 14.2% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 41.7% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $94MDown 10.1% on last year
- HS code
- 8501.53Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 27.5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8501.53.40 | Of an output exceeding <il>75 kW</il>: Exceeding <il>75 kW</il> but under <il>149.2 kW</il> | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8501.53.60.00 | Of an output exceeding <il>75 kW</il>: <il>149.2 kW</il> or more but not exceeding <il>150 kW</il>29.2% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 4.2% | 14.2% | 41.7% |
| 8501.53.80 | Of an output exceeding <il>75 kW</il>: Other27.8% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 2.8% | 12.8% | 40.3% |
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 multi-phase AC motors above 75 kW
India's exports to all countries under HS 8501.53, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8501.53 is 2.4%, ranging from 0% to 2.7% 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 0.7% 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 multi-phase AC motors above 75 kW from India?
10% to 14.2% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 8501.53, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 41.7%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for multi-phase AC motors above 75 kW?
8501.53, under heading 8501 (Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export multi-phase AC motors above 75 kW?
Yes. India exported $94.5 million under HS 8501.53 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.