Railway and tramway rolling stock parts from India
India exported $63.5 million of railway and tramway rolling stock parts (HS 8607.99) in FY2025-26, up 15% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 12.8% to 13.1% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 40.3% to 40.6% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 12.8%China 40.3%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $64MUp 14.8% on last year
- HS code
- 8607.99Page 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8607.99.10.00 | Other: For vehicles of heading 8605 or 8606, except brake regulators | 2.8% | 12.8% | 40.3% |
| 8607.99.50.00 | Other: Other28.1% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 3.1% | 13.1% | 40.6% |
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 railway and tramway rolling stock parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8607.99, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8607.99 is 2.7%, ranging from 1.7% to 3.7% 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 1.7% to 2.2% 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 railway and tramway rolling stock parts from India?
12.8% to 13.1% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 8607.99, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 40.3% to 40.6%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for railway and tramway rolling stock parts?
8607.99, under heading 8607 (Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export railway and tramway rolling stock parts?
Yes. India exported $63.5 million under HS 8607.99 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.