Railway locomotive and rolling stock parts from India
India exported $50.5 million of railway locomotive and rolling stock parts (HS 8607.91) in FY2025-26, up 18% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% US import duty, against 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $50MUp 17.6% on last year
- HS code
- 8607.91Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8607.91.00.00 | Other: Of locomotives25% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
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 locomotive and rolling stock parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8607.91, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8607.91 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% 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 locomotive and rolling stock parts from India?
10% 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 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for railway locomotive and rolling stock parts?
8607.91, 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 locomotive and rolling stock parts?
Yes. India exported $50.5 million under HS 8607.91 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.