Stainless steel wire from India
India exported $402 million of stainless steel wire (HS 7223.00) in FY2025-26, down 4.6% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 50% US import duty, against 75% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 50%China 75%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $402MDown 4.6% on last year
- HS code
- 7223.00Page 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.
All 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7223.00.10 | Wire of stainless steel: Round wire | Free | 50% | 75% |
| 7223.00.50.00 | Wire of stainless steel: Flat wire | Free | 50% | 75% |
| 7223.00.90.00 | Wire of stainless steel: Other | Free | 50% | 75% |
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 stainless steel wire
India's exports to all countries under HS 7223.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7223.00 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on stainless steel wire from India?
50% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 7223.00, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 75%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for stainless steel wire?
7223.00, under heading 7223. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export stainless steel wire?
Yes. India exported $402 million under HS 7223.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.