Spark-ignition engine parts from India
India exported $479 million of spark-ignition engine parts (HS 8409.91) in FY2025-26, up 7.0% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 12.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 40% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $479MUp 7.0% on last year
- HS code
- 8409.91Page 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.
All 5 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8409.91.10 | Suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (including rotary engines): Cast-iron parts, not advanced beyond cleaning, and machined only for the removal of fins, gates, sprues and risers or to permit location in finishing machinery | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8409.91.30.00 | To be installed in vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29, or heading 8702, 8703 or 8704: Aluminum cylinder heads | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
| 8409.91.50 | To be installed in vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29, or heading 8702, 8703 or 8704: Other | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
| 8409.91.92 | Other: For marine propulsion engines | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
| 8409.91.99 | Other: Other | 2.5% | 12.5% | 40% |
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 spark-ignition engine parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8409.91, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8409.91 is 2.7%, 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% to 1.9% 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 spark-ignition engine parts from India?
10% to 12.5% on the 5 US tariff lines under HS 8409.91, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 40%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for spark-ignition engine parts?
8409.91, under heading 8409 (Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading 8407 or 8408). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export spark-ignition engine parts?
Yes. India exported $479 million under HS 8409.91 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.