Uncombed cotton yarn 14-43 nm from India
India exported $349 million of uncombed cotton yarn 14-43 nm (HS 5205.12) in FY2025-26, up 11% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 15.2% to 16.5% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 42.7% to 44% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 15.2%China 42.7%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $349MUp 11.1% on last year
- HS code
- 5205.12Page 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.
All 2 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205.12.10.00 | Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm: Unbleached, not mercerized (300) | 5.2% | 15.2% | 42.7% |
| 5205.12.20.00 | Exceeding 14 nm but not exceeding 43 nm: Other (300) | 6.5% | 16.5% | 44% |
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 uncombed cotton yarn 14-43 nm
India's exports to all countries under HS 5205.12, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 5205.12 is 4%, 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 3.4% 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 uncombed cotton yarn 14-43 nm from India?
15.2% to 16.5% on the 2 US tariff lines under HS 5205.12, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 42.7% to 44%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for uncombed cotton yarn 14-43 nm?
5205.12, under heading 5205 (Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export uncombed cotton yarn 14-43 nm?
Yes. India exported $349 million under HS 5205.12 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.