Tufted synthetic rugs and carpets from India
India exported $255 million of tufted synthetic rugs and carpets (HS 5703.39) in FY2025-26, down 2.0% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 16% US import duty, against 43.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 16%China 43.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $255MDown 2.0% on last year
- HS code
- 5703.39Page updated 6 Nov 2026
- Factories listed
- 4See below
Factories that list rugs and mats
- Raj Overseas, Unit 4 Panipat, Haryana
Rugs and carpets. 452 workers reported. Reported by Country Road, Woolworths South Africa and others.
- Faze Three Limited (Jatal Road) Panipat, Haryana
Bath mats. 378 workers reported. Reported by Cotton Egypt Association, JCPenney, Country Road and others.
- The Shivalika Rugs Panipat, Haryana
Rugs. 236 workers reported. Reported by Woolworths Group, MANGO, TFG London Brands and others.
- Rugs Creation Gharaunda, Haryana
Rugs. 470 workers reported. Reported by Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP), The Very Group, ALDI Einkauf SE & Co. ohG and others.
Named because their public records mention these goods. We haven't checked that each makes this exact product. See all home-textile factories or how we check.
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 27.5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5703.39.10.00 | Other: Hand-hooked, that is, in which the tufts were inserted by hand or by means of a hand tool (665) | 6% | 16% | 43.5% |
| 5703.39.20 | Other: Other | 6% | 16% | 43.5% |
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 tufted synthetic rugs and carpets
India's exports to all countries under HS 5703.39, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 2% to 100% 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 tufted synthetic rugs and carpets from India?
16% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 5703.39, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 43.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for tufted synthetic rugs and carpets?
5703.39, under heading 5703 (Carpets and other textile floor coverings (including turf), tufted, whether or not made up). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export tufted synthetic rugs and carpets?
Yes. India exported $255 million under HS 5703.39 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.