Non-copper winding wire from India
India exported $148 million of non-copper winding wire (HS 8544.19) in FY2025-26, up 39% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13.9% US import duty, against 41.4% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13.9%China 41.4%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $148MUp 39.0% on last year
- HS code
- 8544.19Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8544.19.00.00 | Winding wire: Other28.9% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 3.9% | 13.9% | 41.4% |
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 non-copper winding wire
India's exports to all countries under HS 8544.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8544.19 is 3.7%, 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-copper winding wire from India?
13.9% on the US tariff line for this code, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 41.4%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-copper winding wire?
8544.19, under heading 8544 (Insulated (including enameled or anodized) wire, cable (including coaxial cable) and other insulated electric conductors, whether or not fitted with connectors; optical fiber cables, made up of individually sheathed fibers, whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-copper winding wire?
Yes. India exported $148 million under HS 8544.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.