Stainless steel kitchenware from India
India exported $416 million of stainless steel kitchenware (HS 7323.93) in FY2025-26, down 1.6% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 27% US import duty, against 27% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 27%China 27%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $416MDown 1.6% on last year
- HS code
- 7323.93Page updated 6 Nov 2026
- Made in
- 3 hubsJagadhri–Yamunanagar, Sonipat
US import duty, India vs China
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7323.93.00 | Other: Of stainless steel | 2% | 27% | 27% |
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.
US imports of stainless steel kitchenware from India averaged $25.16 per kg in 2025, against $32.90 from China, with each origin's duty added. From UN Comtrade. Averages mix grades, so read this as a direction, not a quote.
India's exports of stainless steel kitchenware
India's exports to all countries under HS 7323.93, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Largest markets, 2025
- United States: 25%
- United Arab Emirates: 9%
- Saudi Arabia: 8%
- United Kingdom: 5%
- Netherlands: 4%
Where stainless steel kitchenware are made
Rules and other duties
- United States
- Food-contact safety. Materials that touch food must be safe for that use under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. FDA can detain shipments that leach unsafe substances into food. 21 CFR Part 174
- European Union
- Food-contact materials. Materials that touch food must not transfer harmful substances into it and must be labelled for food contact. Some, including ceramics and plastics, need a written declaration of compliance. Regulation (EC) 1935/2004
- United Kingdom
- Food-contact materials. Materials that touch food must not transfer harmful substances into it. Some, including ceramics and plastics, need a written declaration of compliance. SI 2012/2619 (England)
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7323.93 is 3.2%, 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.
- India's BIS rules
- 80. Insulated Flask, Bottles and Containers for Domestic Use (Quality Control) Order, 2023 S.O. 3140(E), dated 14th July 2023 Insulated Flask, Bottles and Containers for Domestic Use (Quality Control) Order, 2024 S.O. 1072(E), dated 05th March 2024 Insulated Flask, Bottles and Containers for Domestic Use (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024 S.O. 3705(E), dated 29th August 2024 Amendment in the Quality Control Order S.O. 777(E) Dated 13th February, 2026 | 77. Potable Water Bottles (Quality Control) Order, 2023 S.O. 2988(E), dated 5th July 2023 Potable Water Bottles (Quality Control) Order, 2024 S.O. 1071(E), dated 05th March 2024 Potable Water Bottles (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024 S.O. 3702(E), dated 29th August 2024 Amendment in the Quality Control Order S.O. 777(E) Dated 13th February, 2026 | 91. Miscellaneous Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2023 S.O. 4240(E), dated 25th September 2023 covers this product. Check whether goods made for export are exempt.
- 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 stainless steel kitchenware from India?
27% 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 27%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for stainless steel kitchenware?
7323.93, under heading 7323 (Table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel; iron or steel wool; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like, of iron or steel). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export stainless steel kitchenware?
Yes. India exported $416 million under HS 7323.93 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.