Synthetic blankets from India
India exported $96.9 million of synthetic blankets (HS 6301.40) in FY2025-26, up 4.4% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 18.5% US import duty, against 21% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 18.5%China 21%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $97MUp 4.4% on last year
- HS code
- 6301.40Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6301.40.00 | Blankets and traveling rugs: Blankets (other than electric blankets) and traveling rugs, of synthetic fibers | 8.5% | 18.5% | 21% |
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 synthetic blankets
India's exports to all countries under HS 6301.40, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- United States
- Textile labeling. Household textiles need a label giving fiber content by percentage, the country of origin, and the manufacturer or dealer's name or RN number. 16 CFR Part 303
- European Union
- Textile labelling. Textile products need a label giving fibre composition by percentage, using the standard fibre names, in the language of the country where they're sold. Regulation (EU) 1007/2011
- United Kingdom
- Textile labelling. Textile products need a label giving fibre composition by percentage, using the standard fibre names. SI 2012/1102
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6301.40 is 12%, 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.
- RoSCTL
- Apparel and made-ups from India get the RoSCTL rebate of state and central taxes, which a supplier may factor into its price.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on synthetic blankets from India?
18.5% 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 21%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for synthetic blankets?
6301.40, under heading 6301 (Blankets and traveling rugs). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export synthetic blankets?
Yes. India exported $96.9 million under HS 6301.40 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.