Welded square and rectangular alloy steel tubes from India
India exported $52.6 million of welded square and rectangular alloy steel tubes (HS 7306.61) in FY2025-26, down 13% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 50% US import duty, against 75% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 50%China 75%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $53MDown 12.7% on last year
- HS code
- 7306.61Page 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 4 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7306.61.10.00 | Having a wall thickness of <il>4 mm</il> or more: Of iron or nonalloy steel | Free | 50% | 75% |
| 7306.61.30.00 | Having a wall thickness of <il>4 mm</il> or more: Of alloy steel | Free | 50% | 75% |
| 7306.61.50.00 | Having a wall thickness of less than <il>4 mm:</il> Of iron or nonalloy steel | Free | 50% | 75% |
| 7306.61.70 | Having a wall thickness of less than <il>4 mm:</il> Of alloy steel | Free | 50% | 75% |
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 welded square and rectangular alloy steel tubes
India's exports to all countries under HS 7306.61, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 7306.61 is 0%, from 2021 data. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.9% 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 welded square and rectangular alloy steel tubes from India?
50% on the 4 US tariff lines under HS 7306.61, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 75%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for welded square and rectangular alloy steel tubes?
7306.61, under heading 7306 (Other tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (for example, open seamed or welded, riveted or similarly closed), of iron or steel). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export welded square and rectangular alloy steel tubes?
Yes. India exported $52.6 million under HS 7306.61 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.