Unwrought zinc from India
India exported $769 million of unwrought zinc (HS 7901.11) in FY2025-26, up 20% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 1.5% US import duty, against 26.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 1.5%China 26.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $769MUp 20.5% on last year
- HS code
- 7901.11Page 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.
The US tariff line
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7901.11.00.00 | Zinc, not alloyed: Containing by weight 99.99 percent or more of zinc | 1.5% | 1.5% | 26.5% |
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 unwrought zinc
India's exports to all countries under HS 7901.11, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7901.11 is 2.5%, 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 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 unwrought zinc from India?
1.5% 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 26.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for unwrought zinc?
7901.11, under heading 7901 (Unwrought zinc). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export unwrought zinc?
Yes. India exported $769 million under HS 7901.11 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.