Non-cotton knit sweaters from India
India exported $116 million of non-cotton knit sweaters (HS 6110.90) in FY2025-26, up 14% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10.9% to 16% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 13.4% to 26% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10.9%China 13.4%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $116MUp 13.6% on last year
- HS code
- 6110.90Page 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 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6110.90.10 | Of other textile materials: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste | 0.9% | 10.9% | 13.4% |
| 6110.90.90 | Of other textile materials: Other | 6% | 16% | 26% |
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 sweaters
India's exports to all countries under HS 6110.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6110.90 is 12%, 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 sweaters from India?
10.9% to 16% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 6110.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 13.4% to 26%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-cotton knit sweaters?
6110.90, under heading 6110 (Sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, 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 sweaters?
Yes. India exported $116 million under HS 6110.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.