Unbacked aluminum foil from India
India exported $198 million of unbacked aluminum foil (HS 7607.19) in FY2025-26, up 33% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 53% to 55.7% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 62.8% to 78% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 53%China 62.8%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $198MUp 33.4% on last year
- HS code
- 7607.19Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 9.8 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7607.19.10.00 | Other: Etched capacitor foil | 5.3% | 55.3% | 62.8% |
| 7607.19.30.00 | Other: Cut to shape, of a thickness not exceeding <il>0.15 mm</il> | 5.7% | 55.7% | 63.2% |
| 7607.19.60.00 | Other: Other | 3% | 53% | 78% |
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 unbacked aluminum foil
India's exports to all countries under HS 7607.19, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7607.19 is 7.5%, 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 1.1% 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 unbacked aluminum foil from India?
53% to 55.7% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 7607.19, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 62.8% to 78%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for unbacked aluminum foil?
7607.19, under heading 7607 (Aluminum foil (whether or not printed, or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials) of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2 mm). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export unbacked aluminum foil?
Yes. India exported $198 million under HS 7607.19 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.