Pressure measuring instruments from India
India exported $86.1 million of pressure measuring instruments (HS 9026.20) in FY2025-26, up 1.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 20% to 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 20%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $86MUp 1.7% on last year
- HS code
- 9026.20Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9026.20.40.00 | For measuring or checking pressure: Electrical | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 9026.20.80.00 | For measuring or checking pressure: Other | Free | 10% | 20% |
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 pressure measuring instruments
India's exports to all countries under HS 9026.20, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 9026.20 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.5% 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 pressure measuring instruments from India?
10% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 9026.20, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 20% to 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for pressure measuring instruments?
9026.20, under heading 9026 (Instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking the flow, level, pressure or other variables of liquids or gases (for example, flow meters, level gauges, manometers, heat meters), excluding instruments and apparatus of heading 9014, 9015, 9028 or 9032; parts and accessories thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export pressure measuring instruments?
Yes. India exported $86.1 million under HS 9026.20 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.