Off-highway dumpers from India
India exported $635 million of off-highway dumpers (HS 8704.10) in FY2025-26, up 6.4% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $635MUp 6.4% on last year
- HS code
- 8704.10Page 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 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8704.10.10.00 | Dumpers designed for off-highway use: Cab chassis | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8704.10.50 | Dumpers designed for off-highway use: Other | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
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. A separate Section 232 duty on vehicles and vehicle parts isn't included and may add substantially to these figures. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of off-highway dumpers
India's exports to all countries under HS 8704.10, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8704.10 is 0%, from 2021 data. 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 off-highway dumpers from India?
10% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8704.10, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included. A separate Section 232 duty on vehicles and vehicle parts isn't included either.
What is the HS code for off-highway dumpers?
8704.10, under heading 8704 (Motor vehicles for the transport of goods). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export off-highway dumpers?
Yes. India exported $635 million under HS 8704.10 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.