Tea extracts and concentrates from India
India exported $89.3 million of tea extracts and concentrates (HS 2101.20) in FY2025-26, down 2.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% to 20% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 7.5% to 30% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 7.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $89MDown 2.7% on last year
- HS code
- 2101.20Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 7.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 9 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2101.20.20 | Extracts, essences and concentrates, of tea or maté, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or maté: Extracts, essences and concentrates | Free | 0% | 7.5% |
| 2101.20.32.00 | Other: Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| 2101.20.34.00 | Blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17: Described in additional U.S. note 9 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| 2101.20.38.00 | Blended syrups described in additional U.S. note 4 to chapter 17: Other | 30.5¢/kg + 8.5% | – | – |
| 2101.20.44.00 | Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17: Described in additional U.S. note 7 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| 2101.20.48.00 | Articles containing over 65 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17: Other | 30.5¢/kg + 8.5% | – | – |
| 2101.20.54.00 | Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17: Described in additional U.S. note 8 to chapter 17 and entered pursuant to its provisions | 10% | 20% | 30% |
| 2101.20.58.00 | Articles containing over 10 percent by dry weight of sugar described in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 17: Other | 30.5¢/kg + 8.5% | – | – |
| 2101.20.90.00 | Other: Other | 8.5% | 18.5% | 28.5% |
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 tea extracts and concentrates
India's exports to all countries under HS 2101.20, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 2101.20 is 6%, 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 1% 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 tea extracts and concentrates from India?
0% to 20% on the 9 US tariff lines under HS 2101.20, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 7.5% to 30%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for tea extracts and concentrates?
2101.20, under heading 2101 (Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or maté and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or maté; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export tea extracts and concentrates?
Yes. India exported $89.3 million under HS 2101.20 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.