Unwrought cobalt and powders from India
India exported $58.1 million of unwrought cobalt and powders (HS 8105.20) in FY2025-26, up 396% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% to 4.4% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 25% to 29.4% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 25%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $58MUp 396.5% on last year
- HS code
- 8105.20Page 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 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8105.20.30.00 | Unwrought cobalt: Alloys | 4.4% | 4.4% | 29.4% |
| 8105.20.60.00 | Unwrought cobalt: Other | Free | 0% | 25% |
| 8105.20.90.00 | Cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy; unwrought cobalt; powders: Other | Free | 0% | 25% |
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 unwrought cobalt and powders
India's exports to all countries under HS 8105.20, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8105.20 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.5% 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 unwrought cobalt and powders from India?
0% to 4.4% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 8105.20, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 25% to 29.4%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for unwrought cobalt and powders?
8105.20, under heading 8105 (Cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy; cobalt and articles thereof, including waste and scrap). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export unwrought cobalt and powders?
Yes. India exported $58.1 million under HS 8105.20 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.