Steel containers under 50 liters from India
India exported $61.4 million of steel containers under 50 liters (HS 7310.29) in FY2025-26, up 12% 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
- $61MUp 11.7% on last year
- HS code
- 7310.29Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7310.29.00 | Of a capacity of less than <il>50 liters:</il> 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 steel containers under 50 liters
India's exports to all countries under HS 7310.29, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7310.29 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 0.5% 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 steel containers under 50 liters from India?
50% 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 75%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for steel containers under 50 liters?
7310.29, under heading 7310 (Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding <il>300 liters</il>, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export steel containers under 50 liters?
Yes. India exported $61.4 million under HS 7310.29 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.