Wooden fence pickets and clothespins from India
India exported $185 million of wooden fence pickets and clothespins (HS 4421.99) in FY2025-26, about the same as FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 10% to 20.7% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 12.5% to 42.4% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 10%China 12.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $185MDown 0.0% on last year
- HS code
- 4421.99Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 2.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 14 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4421.99.10.00 | Plain: Coniferous | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 4421.99.15.00 | Plain: Other | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 4421.99.20.00 | Wood dowel pins: Sanded, grooved or otherwise advanced in condition | 4.9% | 14.9% | 42.4% |
| 4421.99.30.00 | Wood blinds, shutters, screens and shades, all the foregoing with or without their hardware: Consisting of wooden frames in the center of which are fixed louver boards or slats, with or without their hardware | 10.7% | 20.7% | 30.7% |
| 4421.99.40.00 | Wood blinds, shutters, screens and shades, all the foregoing with or without their hardware: Other | 5.1% | 15.1% | 17.6% |
| 4421.99.50.00 | Toothpicks, skewers, candy sticks, ice cream sticks, tongue depressors, drink mixers and similar small wares: Toothpicks | Free | 10% | 12.5% |
| 4421.99.60.00 | Toothpicks, skewers, candy sticks, ice cream sticks, tongue depressors, drink mixers and similar small wares: Other | 5.1% | 15.1% | 17.6% |
| 4421.99.70 | Other: Pickets, palings, posts and rails, the foregoing which are sawn; assembled fence sections | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
| 4421.99.80 | Clothespins: Spring-type | 6.5¢/gross | – | – |
| 4421.99.85.00 | Clothespins: Other | 4.8% | 14.8% | 17.3% |
| 4421.99.88.00 | Other: Canoe paddles | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 4421.99.93.00 | Other: Theatrical, ballet, and operatic scenery and properties, including sets | Free | 10% | 37.5% |
Showing 12 of 14 tariff lines. 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 wooden fence pickets and clothespins
India's exports to all countries under HS 4421.99, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 4421.99 is 0.8%, ranging from 0% to 4% across tariff lines, 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 0.5% 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 wooden fence pickets and clothespins from India?
10% to 20.7% on the 14 US tariff lines under HS 4421.99, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 12.5% to 42.4%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for wooden fence pickets and clothespins?
4421.99, under heading 4421 (Other articles of wood). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export wooden fence pickets and clothespins?
Yes. India exported $185 million under HS 4421.99 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.