Rubber transmission belts from India
India exported $89.3 million of rubber transmission belts (HS 4010.39) in FY2025-26, about the same as FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 11.9% to 18% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 39.4% to 45.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 11.9%China 39.4%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $89MDown 0.0% on last year
- HS code
- 4010.39Page 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 7 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4010.39.10.00 | Of trapezoidal cross section (V-belts and belting): Combined with textile materials | 3.4% | 13.4% | 40.9% |
| 4010.39.20.00 | Of trapezoidal cross section (V-belts and belting): Other | 2.8% | 12.8% | 40.3% |
| 4010.39.30.00 | Combined with textile materials: With textile components in which vegetable fibers predominate by weight over any other single textile fiber | 4.1% | 14.1% | 41.6% |
| 4010.39.41.00 | With textile components in which man-made fibers predominate by weight over any other single textile fiber: Of a width exceeding 20 cm | 8% | 18% | 45.5% |
| 4010.39.45.00 | With textile components in which man-made fibers predominate by weight over any other single textile fiber: Other | 6.4% | 16.4% | 43.9% |
| 4010.39.50.00 | Combined with textile materials: Other | 1.9% | 11.9% | 39.4% |
| 4010.39.90.00 | Other: Other | 3.3% | 13.3% | 40.8% |
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 rubber transmission belts
India's exports to all countries under HS 4010.39, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 4010.39 is 6.5%, 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 0.9% 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 rubber transmission belts from India?
11.9% to 18% on the 7 US tariff lines under HS 4010.39, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 39.4% to 45.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for rubber transmission belts?
4010.39, under heading 4010 (Conveyor or transmission belts or belting, of vulcanized rubber). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export rubber transmission belts?
Yes. India exported $89.3 million under HS 4010.39 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.