Valve parts from India
India exported $956 million of valve parts (HS 8481.90) in FY2025-26, up 7.7% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 15% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 23% to 37.5% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 23%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $956MUp 7.7% on last year
- HS code
- 8481.90Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 13.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 4 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8481.90.10.00 | Of hand operated and check appliances: Of copper | 3% | 13% | 23% |
| 8481.90.30.00 | Of hand operated and check appliances: Of iron or steel | 5% | 15% | 25% |
| 8481.90.50.00 | Of hand operated and check appliances: Of other materials | 3% | 13% | 23% |
| 8481.90.90 | Parts: Other25% for some products under this code, depending on the exact tariff line and metal content | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
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 valve parts
India's exports to all countries under HS 8481.90, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 8481.90 is 2.2%, 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 0.9% to 1.9% 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 valve parts from India?
10% to 15% on the 4 US tariff lines under HS 8481.90, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 23% to 37.5%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for valve parts?
8481.90, under heading 8481 (Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export valve parts?
Yes. India exported $956 million under HS 8481.90 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.