Natural fat nonionic surfactants from India
India exported $192 million of natural fat nonionic surfactants (HS 3402.42) in FY2025-26, down 1.0% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13.7% to 14% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 41.2% to 41.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13.7%China 41.2%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $192MDown 1.0% on last year
- HS code
- 3402.42Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3402.42.10.00 | Non-ionic: Aromatic or modified aromatic4% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 4% | 14% | 41.5% |
| 3402.42.20 | Other: Fatty substances of animal, vegetable or microbial origin4% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 4% | 14% | 41.5% |
| 3402.42.90.00 | Other: Other3.7% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 3.7% | 13.7% | 41.2% |
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 natural fat nonionic surfactants
India's exports to all countries under HS 3402.42, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- 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 natural fat nonionic surfactants from India?
13.7% to 14% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 3402.42, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 41.2% to 41.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for natural fat nonionic surfactants?
3402.42, under heading 3402 (Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export natural fat nonionic surfactants?
Yes. India exported $192 million under HS 3402.42 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.