Non-retail pesticide and disinfectant preparations from India
India exported $93.2 million of non-retail pesticide and disinfectant preparations (HS 3808.99) in FY2025-26, up 69% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 44% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $93MUp 69.5% on last year
- HS code
- 3808.99Page 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.
All 5 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3808.99.04.00 | Containing any aromatic or modified aromatic pesticide: Mixtures of 1,1-bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2- trichloroethanol (Dicofol) and application adjuvants | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 3808.99.08.00 | Containing any aromatic or modified aromatic pesticide: Other | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
| 3808.99.30.00 | Other: Formulated biocides based on 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, or 2-n-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, or 4,5-dichloro-2-n-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one, or mixtures of 5-chloro-2-methyl-4- isothiazolin-3-one and 2-methyl-4- isothiazolin-3-one; and Metaldehyde | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 3808.99.70.00 | Other: Containing an inorganic substance | 5% | 15% | 42.5% |
| 3808.99.95.01 | Other: Other | 5% | 15% | 42.5% |
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-retail pesticide and disinfectant preparations
India's exports to all countries under HS 3808.99, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3808.99 is 6%, 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 0.8% 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-retail pesticide and disinfectant preparations from India?
10% to 16.5% on the 5 US tariff lines under HS 3808.99, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 44%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-retail pesticide and disinfectant preparations?
3808.99, under heading 3808 (Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, antisprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulfur-treated bands, wicks and candles, and flypapers)). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-retail pesticide and disinfectant preparations?
Yes. India exported $93.2 million under HS 3808.99 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.