Non-anionic organic surfactants from India
India exported $55.8 million of non-anionic organic surfactants (HS 3402.49) in FY2025-26, up 14% 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
- $56MUp 13.9% on last year
- HS code
- 3402.49Page 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 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3402.49.10.00 | Other: Aromatic or modified aromatic | 4% | 14% | 41.5% |
| 3402.49.90.00 | Other: Other | 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 non-anionic organic surfactants
India's exports to all countries under HS 3402.49, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- 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 non-anionic organic surfactants from India?
13.7% to 14% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3402.49, 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 non-anionic organic surfactants?
3402.49, 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 non-anionic organic surfactants?
Yes. India exported $55.8 million under HS 3402.49 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.