Non-black printing inks from India
India exported $181 million of non-black printing inks (HS 3215.19) in FY2025-26, down 9.0% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 11.8% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 39.3% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $181MDown 9.0% on last year
- HS code
- 3215.19Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3215.19.10.00 | Solid: In engineered shapes, for insertion into apparatus of subheadings 8443.31, 8443.32 or 8443.39 | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 3215.19.30.00 | Solid: Other | 1.8% | 11.8% | 39.3% |
| 3215.19.90 | Other: Other | 1.8% | 11.8% | 39.3% |
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 non-black printing inks
India's exports to all countries under HS 3215.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3215.19 is 6.5%, 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 non-black printing inks from India?
10% to 11.8% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 3215.19, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 39.3%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-black printing inks?
3215.19, under heading 3215 (Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-black printing inks?
Yes. India exported $181 million under HS 3215.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.