P-xylene from India
India exported $306 million of P-xylene (HS 2902.43) in FY2025-26, up 50% 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
- $306MUp 49.7% on last year
- HS code
- 2902.43Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2902.43.00.00 | Xylenes: <i>p</i>-Xylene | 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. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of P-xylene
India's exports to all countries under HS 2902.43, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2902.43 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.7% 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 P-xylene from India?
10% 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 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for P-xylene?
2902.43, under heading 2902 (Cyclic hydrocarbons). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export P-xylene?
Yes. India exported $306 million under HS 2902.43 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.