Polyphenols and phenol-alcohols from India
India exported $103 million of polyphenols and phenol-alcohols (HS 2907.29) in FY2025-26, up 9.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 15.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 13.8% to 43% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 13.8%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $103MUp 9.7% on last year
- HS code
- 2907.29Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 3.8 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 5 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2907.29.05.00 | Other: Phenol-alcohols | 5.5% | 15.5% | 43% |
| 2907.29.10.00 | Other: Pyrogallic acid | 1.3% | 11.3% | 13.8% |
| 2907.29.15.00 | Other: 4,4'-Biphenol | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 2907.29.25.00 | Other: <i>tert</i>-Butylhydroquinone | 5.5% | 15.5% | 43% |
| 2907.29.90.00 | Other: Other5.5% if the goods are for pharmaceutical use | 5.5% | 15.5% | 43% |
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 polyphenols and phenol-alcohols
India's exports to all countries under HS 2907.29, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2907.29 is 5.5%, 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 0.7% 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 polyphenols and phenol-alcohols from India?
10% to 15.5% on the 5 US tariff lines under HS 2907.29, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 13.8% to 43%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for polyphenols and phenol-alcohols?
2907.29, under heading 2907 (Phenols; phenol-alcohols). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export polyphenols and phenol-alcohols?
Yes. India exported $103 million under HS 2907.29 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.