Transformers 16 to 500 kVA from India
India exported $69.6 million of transformers 16 to 500 kVA (HS 8504.33) in FY2025-26, down 0.5% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 11.6% US import duty, against 39.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 11.6%China 39.1%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $70MDown 0.5% on last year
- HS code
- 8504.33Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 27.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8504.33.00 | Other transformers: Having a power handling capacity exceeding <il>16 kVA</il> but not exceeding <il>500 kVA</il>26.6% if steel, aluminium or copper makes up at least 15% of the product's weight | 1.6% | 11.6% | 39.1% |
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 transformers 16 to 500 kVA
India's exports to all countries under HS 8504.33, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8504.33 is 1.9%, 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 0.7% 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 transformers 16 to 500 kVA from India?
11.6% 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 39.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for transformers 16 to 500 kVA?
8504.33, under heading 8504 (Electrical transformers, static converters (for example, rectifiers) and inductors; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export transformers 16 to 500 kVA?
Yes. India exported $69.6 million under HS 8504.33 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.