Polyethylene sacks and bags from India
India exported $197 million of polyethylene sacks and bags (HS 3923.21) in FY2025-26, down 10% 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
- $197MDown 10.0% on last year
- HS code
- 3923.21Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3923.21.00 | Sacks and bags (including cones): Of polymers of ethylene | 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 polyethylene sacks and bags
India's exports to all countries under HS 3923.21, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3923.21 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 polyethylene sacks and 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 polyethylene sacks and bags?
3923.21, 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 polyethylene sacks and bags?
Yes. India exported $197 million under HS 3923.21 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.