Processor and controller chips from India
India exported $160 million of processor and controller chips (HS 8542.31) in FY2025-26, down 6.5% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 50% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 50%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $160MDown 6.5% on last year
- HS code
- 8542.31Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 50.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8542.31.00 | Electronic integrated circuits: Processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits | Free | 0% | 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. A separate Section 232 duty on semiconductors isn't included and may add substantially to these figures. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of processor and controller chips
India's exports to all countries under HS 8542.31, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8542.31 is 0%, from 2021 data. 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 processor and controller chips from India?
0% 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 50%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included. A separate Section 232 duty on semiconductors isn't included either.
What is the HS code for processor and controller chips?
8542.31, under heading 8542 (Electronic integrated circuits; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export processor and controller chips?
Yes. India exported $160 million under HS 8542.31 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.