Steam boiler parts from India
India exported $99.1 million of steam boiler parts (HS 8402.90) in FY2025-26, up 31% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 14.3% US import duty, against 41.8% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 14.3%China 41.8%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $99MUp 30.5% on last year
- HS code
- 8402.90Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8402.90.00 | Steam or other vapor generating boilers (other than central heating hot water boilers capable also of producing low pressure steam); super-heated water boilers; parts thereof: Parts | 4.3% | 14.3% | 41.8% |
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 steam boiler parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8402.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8402.90 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 0.9% 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 steam boiler parts from India?
14.3% 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 41.8%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for steam boiler parts?
8402.90, under heading 8402 (Steam or other vapor generating boilers (other than central heating hot water boilers capable also of producing low pressure steam); super-heated water boilers; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export steam boiler parts?
Yes. India exported $99.1 million under HS 8402.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.