Non-hard vulcanized rubber articles from India
India exported $102 million of non-hard vulcanized rubber articles (HS 4016.91) in FY2025-26, down 2.2% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12.7% US import duty, against 40.2% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12.7%China 40.2%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $102MDown 2.2% on last year
- HS code
- 4016.91Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4016.91.00.00 | Other: Floor coverings and mats | 2.7% | 12.7% | 40.2% |
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-hard vulcanized rubber articles
India's exports to all countries under HS 4016.91, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 4016.91 is 2.5%, 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 1% 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-hard vulcanized rubber articles from India?
12.7% 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 40.2%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-hard vulcanized rubber articles?
4016.91, under heading 4016 (Other articles of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-hard vulcanized rubber articles?
Yes. India exported $102 million under HS 4016.91 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.