Women's non-synthetic trousers and shorts from India
India exported $179 million of women's non-synthetic trousers and shorts (HS 6204.69) in FY2025-26, down 4.9% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 11.1% to 38.6% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 21.1% to 48.6% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 11.1%China 21.1%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $179MDown 4.9% on last year
- HS code
- 6204.69Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 10.0 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 12 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6204.69.01 | Of artificial fibers: Bib and brace overalls | 13.6% | 23.6% | 33.6% |
| 6204.69.02 | Trousers, breeches and shorts: Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair | 13.6% | 23.6% | 33.6% |
| 6204.69.03 | Trousers, breeches and shorts: Other | 28.6% | 38.6% | 48.6% |
| 6204.69.04 | Of silk or silk waste: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste | 1.1% | 11.1% | 21.1% |
| 6204.69.05 | Of silk or silk waste: Other | 7.1% | 17.1% | 27.1% |
| 6204.69.06 | Recreational performance outerwear: Other | 2.8% | 12.8% | 22.8% |
| 6204.69.15 | Of artificial fibers: Bib and brace overalls | 13.6% | 23.6% | 33.6% |
| 6204.69.22 | Trousers, breeches and shorts: Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair | 13.6% | 23.6% | 33.6% |
| 6204.69.28 | Trousers, breeches and shorts: Other | 28.6% | 38.6% | 48.6% |
| 6204.69.45 | Of silk or silk waste: Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste | 1.1% | 11.1% | 21.1% |
| 6204.69.65 | Of silk or silk waste: Other | 7.1% | 17.1% | 27.1% |
| 6204.69.80 | Other: Other | 2.8% | 12.8% | 22.8% |
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 women's non-synthetic trousers and shorts
India's exports to all countries under HS 6204.69, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 6204.69 is 12%, 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.
- RoSCTL
- Apparel and made-ups from India get the RoSCTL rebate of state and central taxes, which a supplier may factor into its price.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on women's non-synthetic trousers and shorts from India?
11.1% to 38.6% on the 12 US tariff lines under HS 6204.69, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 21.1% to 48.6%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for women's non-synthetic trousers and shorts?
6204.69, under heading 6204 (Women's or girls' suits, ensembles, suit-type jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export women's non-synthetic trousers and shorts?
Yes. India exported $179 million under HS 6204.69 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.