Non-polyethylene plastic bags from India
India exported $533 million of non-polyethylene plastic bags (HS 3923.29) in FY2025-26, up 9.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13% US import duty, against 40.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13%China 40.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $533MUp 9.7% on last year
- HS code
- 3923.29Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3923.29.00.00 | Sacks and bags (including cones): Of other plastics | 3% | 13% | 40.5% |
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-polyethylene plastic bags
India's exports to all countries under HS 3923.29, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3923.29 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 0.9% 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-polyethylene plastic bags from India?
13% 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 40.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-polyethylene plastic bags?
3923.29, under heading 3923 (Articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, of plastics). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-polyethylene plastic bags?
Yes. India exported $533 million under HS 3923.29 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.