Sulfur, not sublimed or precipitated from India
India exported $329 million of sulfur, not sublimed or precipitated (HS 2503.00) in FY2025-26, up 186% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% US import duty, against 25% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $329MUp 185.5% on last year
- HS code
- 2503.00Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2503.00.00 | Sulfur of all kinds, other than sublimed sulfur, precipitated sulfur and colloidal sulfur | Free | 0% | 25% |
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 sulfur, not sublimed or precipitated
India's exports to all countries under HS 2503.00, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2503.00 is 0.8%, ranging from 0% to 1.7% across tariff lines, 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 export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on sulfur, not sublimed or precipitated from India?
0% 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 25%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for sulfur, not sublimed or precipitated?
2503.00, under heading 2503. Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export sulfur, not sublimed or precipitated?
Yes. India exported $329 million under HS 2503.00 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.