Polyethylene terephthalate sheets from India
India exported $296 million of polyethylene terephthalate sheets (HS 3920.62) in FY2025-26, down 23% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 14.2% US import duty, against 41.7% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 14.2%China 41.7%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $296MDown 23.4% on last year
- HS code
- 3920.62Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3920.62.00 | Of polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters or other polyesters: Of poly(ethylene terephthalate) | 4.2% | 14.2% | 41.7% |
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 terephthalate sheets
India's exports to all countries under HS 3920.62, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3920.62 is 6.1%, ranging from 0% to 6.5% across tariff lines, 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 1.2% 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 terephthalate sheets from India?
14.2% 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 41.7%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate sheets?
3920.62, under heading 3920 (Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, noncellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export polyethylene terephthalate sheets?
Yes. India exported $296 million under HS 3920.62 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.