Single-function electrical machines and apparatus from India
India exported $206 million of single-function electrical machines and apparatus (HS 8543.70) in FY2025-26, up 49% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 12.6% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 12.5% to 40.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 12.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $206MUp 48.9% on last year
- HS code
- 8543.70Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 14 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8543.70.20.00 | Other machines and apparatus: Physical vapor deposition apparatus | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
| 8543.70.42.00 | Electric synchros and transducers; flight data recorders; defrosters and demisters with electric resistors for aircraft: Flight data recorders | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8543.70.45.00 | Electric synchros and transducers; flight data recorders; defrosters and demisters with electric resistors for aircraft: Other | 2.6% | 12.6% | 40.1% |
| 8543.70.60.00 | Other machines and apparatus: Articles designed for connection to telegraphic or telephonic apparatus or instruments or to telegraphic or telephonic networks | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8543.70.71.00 | Other machines and apparatus: Electric luminescent lamps | 2% | 12% | 39.5% |
| 8543.70.80.00 | Other: Microwave amplifiers | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8543.70.85.00 | Other: For electrical nerve stimulation | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8543.70.88.00 | Other: Electrical machines with translation or dictionary functions; video game console controllers which use infrared transmissions to operate or access the various functions and capabilities of the console | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 8543.70.89.00 | Other: Other portable battery operated electronic readers for recording and reproducing text, still images or audio files | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 8543.70.91.00 | Other: Digital signal processing apparatus capable of connecting to a wired or wireless network for the mixing of sound | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8543.70.93.01 | Other: Portable interactive electronic education devices primarily designed for children | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 8543.70.95.00 | Other: Touch-sensitive data input devices (so-called "touch screens") without display capabilities, for incorporation into apparatus having a display, which function by detecting the presence and location of a touch within the display area (such sensing may be obtained by means of resistance, electrostatic capacity, acoustic pulse recognition, infra-red lights or other touch-sensitive technology) | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
Showing 12 of 14 tariff lines. 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 single-function electrical machines and apparatus
India's exports to all countries under HS 8543.70, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8543.70 is 2.1%, ranging from 0% 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 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 single-function electrical machines and apparatus from India?
10% to 12.6% on the 14 US tariff lines under HS 8543.70, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 12.5% to 40.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for single-function electrical machines and apparatus?
8543.70, under heading 8543 (Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export single-function electrical machines and apparatus?
Yes. India exported $206 million under HS 8543.70 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.