Polymer and rubber adhesives from India
India exported $80.9 million of polymer and rubber adhesives (HS 3506.91) in FY2025-26, up 2.1% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 12.1% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 39.6% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $81MUp 2.1% on last year
- HS code
- 3506.91Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3506.91.10.00 | Adhesives based on polymers of headings 3901 to 3913 or on rubber: Optically clear free-film adhesives and optically clear curable liquid adhesives of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of flat panel displays or touch-sensitive screen panels | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 3506.91.50.00 | Adhesives based on polymers of headings 3901 to 3913 or on rubber: Other | 2.1% | 12.1% | 39.6% |
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 polymer and rubber adhesives
India's exports to all countries under HS 3506.91, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3506.91 is 5.8%, 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 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 polymer and rubber adhesives from India?
10% to 12.1% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 3506.91, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 39.6%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for polymer and rubber adhesives?
3506.91, under heading 3506 (Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, not elsewhere specified or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding a net weight of 1 kg). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export polymer and rubber adhesives?
Yes. India exported $80.9 million under HS 3506.91 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.