Sesame seeds from India
India exported $423 million of sesame seeds (HS 1207.40) in FY2025-26, down 14% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 25% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $423MDown 13.8% on last year
- HS code
- 1207.40Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 25.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1207.40.00 | Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken: Sesame seeds | Free | 0% | 25% |
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 sesame seeds
India's exports to all countries under HS 1207.40, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 1207.40 is 0%, from 2021 data. 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 for most lines, with restrictions on some. 120740: free.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on sesame seeds 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 25%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for sesame seeds?
1207.40, under heading 1207 (Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export sesame seeds?
Yes. India exported $423 million under HS 1207.40 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.