Non-cotton knit baby garments from India
India exported $199 million of non-cotton knit baby garments (HS 6111.90) in FY2025-26, down 11% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 36% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 12.5% to 46% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 12.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $199MDown 11.4% on last year
- HS code
- 6111.90Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 8 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6111.90.05 | Of other textile materials: Of wool or fine animal hair | 13.6% | 23.6% | 33.6% |
| 6111.90.10.00 | Of artificial fibers: Trousers, breeches and shorts, except those imported as parts of sets (239) | 14.9% | 24.9% | 34.9% |
| 6111.90.20.00 | Of artificial fibers: Blouses and shirts, except those imported as parts of sets (239) | 17.3% | 27.3% | 37.3% |
| 6111.90.30.00 | Of artificial fibers: T-shirts, singlets and similar garments, except those imported as parts of sets (239) | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 6111.90.40.00 | Of artificial fibers: Sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar except those imported as parts of sets (239) | 26% | 36% | 46% |
| 6111.90.50 | Of artificial fibers: Other | 14.9% | 24.9% | 34.9% |
| 6111.90.70.00 | Of other textile materials: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste | 0.9% | 10.9% | 20.9% |
| 6111.90.90.00 | Of other textile materials: Other (839) | 5.6% | 15.6% | 25.6% |
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-cotton knit baby garments
India's exports to all countries under HS 6111.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6111.90 is 11.4%, ranging from 8.9% to 12% 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.
- RoSCTL
- Apparel and made-ups from India get the RoSCTL rebate of state and central taxes, which a supplier may factor into its price.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on non-cotton knit baby garments from India?
10% to 36% on the 8 US tariff lines under HS 6111.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 12.5% to 46%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-cotton knit baby garments?
6111.90, under heading 6111 (Babies' garments and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-cotton knit baby garments?
Yes. India exported $199 million under HS 6111.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.