Printed heavy plain-weave cotton fabric from India
India exported $407 million of printed heavy plain-weave cotton fabric (HS 5208.52) in FY2025-26, up 14% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 13% to 22.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 40.5% to 50% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 13%China 40.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $407MUp 14.2% on last year
- HS code
- 5208.52Page 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 4 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5208.52.10.00 | Plain weave, weighing more than 100 g/m²: Certified hand-loomed fabrics | 3% | 13% | 40.5% |
| 5208.52.30 | Other: Of number 42 or lower number | 6% | 16% | 43.5% |
| 5208.52.40 | Other: Of numbers 43 to 68 | 11.4% | 21.4% | 48.9% |
| 5208.52.50 | Other: Of number 69 or higher number | 12.5% | 22.5% | 50% |
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 printed heavy plain-weave cotton fabric
India's exports to all countries under HS 5208.52, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 5208.52 is 8%, 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 3.5% 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 printed heavy plain-weave cotton fabric from India?
13% to 22.5% on the 4 US tariff lines under HS 5208.52, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 40.5% to 50%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for printed heavy plain-weave cotton fabric?
5208.52, under heading 5208 (Woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, weighing not more than 200 g/m²). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export printed heavy plain-weave cotton fabric?
Yes. India exported $407 million under HS 5208.52 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.