Steam turbine parts from India
India exported $88.5 million of steam turbine parts (HS 8406.90) in FY2025-26, down 3.5% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 15% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 37.5% to 42.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 37.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $89MDown 3.5% on last year
- HS code
- 8406.90Page 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.
All 8 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8406.90.20.00 | Of steam turbines: Rotors, finished for final assembly | 5% | 15% | 42.5% |
| 8406.90.30.00 | Of steam turbines: Rotors, not further advanced than cleaned or machined for removal of fins, gates, sprues, and risers, or to permit location in finishing machinery | 5% | 15% | 42.5% |
| 8406.90.40.00 | Of steam turbines: Blades, rotating or stationary30% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 5% | 15% | 42.5% |
| 8406.90.45 | Of steam turbines: Other | 5% | 15% | 42.5% |
| 8406.90.50.00 | Other: Rotors, finished for final assembly | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8406.90.60.00 | Other: Rotors, not further advanced than cleaned or machined for removal of fins, gates, sprues, and risers, or to permit location in finishing machinery | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8406.90.70.00 | Other: Blades, rotating or stationary | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 8406.90.75.00 | Other: 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 steam turbine parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8406.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8406.90 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 0.7% 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 turbine parts from India?
10% to 15% on the 8 US tariff lines under HS 8406.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 37.5% to 42.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for steam turbine parts?
8406.90, under heading 8406 (Steam turbines and other vapor turbines, and 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 turbine parts?
Yes. India exported $88.5 million under HS 8406.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.