Spark-ignition tractor engines over 1000 cc from India

India exported $422 million of spark-ignition tractor engines over 1000 cc (HS 8407.34) in FY2025-26, up 17% 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
$422MUp 17.3% on last year
HS code
8407.34Page updated 6 Nov 2026

US import duty, India vs China

India 10%
China 37.5%

India pays 27.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.

All 8 US tariff lines
HTS lineDescriptionBaseIndiaChina
8407.34.05 Of a cylinder capacity not exceeding <il>2,000 cc</il>: To be installed in tractors suitable for agricultural use Free 10% 37.5%
8407.34.14.00 To be installed in vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29, or heading 8702, 8703 or 8704: Used or rebuilt 2.5% 12.5% 40%
8407.34.18.00 To be installed in vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29, or heading 8702, 8703 or 8704: Other 2.5% 12.5% 40%
8407.34.25.00 Of a cylinder capacity not exceeding <il>2,000 cc</il>: Other Free 10% 37.5%
8407.34.35 Of a cylinder capacity exceeding <il>2,000 cc</il>: To be installed in tractors suitable for agricultural use Free 10% 37.5%
8407.34.44.00 To be installed in vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29, or heading 8702, 8703 or 8704: Used or rebuilt 2.5% 12.5% 40%
8407.34.48.00 To be installed in vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29, or heading 8702, 8703 or 8704: Other 2.5% 12.5% 40%
8407.34.55.00 Of a cylinder capacity exceeding <il>2,000 cc</il>: Other 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 spark-ignition tractor engines over 1000 cc

FY2022-23 $178 million
FY2023-24 $256 million
FY2024-25 $360 million
FY2025-26 $422 million

India's exports to all countries under HS 8407.34, April to March, from DGCI&S.

Rules and other duties

EU base duty
The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8407.34 is 3.8%, ranging from 2.7% to 4.2% 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 0.6% 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 tractor engines over 1000 cc from India?

10% to 12.5% on the 8 US tariff lines under HS 8407.34, 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 tractor engines over 1000 cc?

8407.34, under heading 8407 (Spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.

Does India export spark-ignition tractor engines over 1000 cc?

Yes. India exported $422 million under HS 8407.34 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.

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