Threaded steel pipe couplings from India
India exported $84.1 million of threaded steel pipe couplings (HS 7307.92) in FY2025-26, down 2.0% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 50% to 56.2% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 75% to 81.2% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 50%China 75%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $84MDown 2.0% on last year
- HS code
- 7307.92Page 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.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7307.92.30 | Threaded elbows, bends and sleeves: Sleeves (couplings) | Free | 50% | 75% |
| 7307.92.90.00 | Threaded elbows, bends and sleeves: Other | 6.2% | 56.2% | 81.2% |
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 threaded steel pipe couplings
India's exports to all countries under HS 7307.92, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7307.92 is 2.5%, ranging from 0% to 3.7% 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.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.6% 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 threaded steel pipe couplings from India?
50% to 56.2% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 7307.92, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 75% to 81.2%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for threaded steel pipe couplings?
7307.92, under heading 7307 (Tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves), of iron or steel). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export threaded steel pipe couplings?
Yes. India exported $84.1 million under HS 7307.92 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.