US Tariffs on Imports from India
India Import Tariff Overview
India saw its tariff rate drop from 26% (IEEPA, later reduced to 18% by the US-India Interim Agreement) to 10% under Section 122. Combined with the Interim Agreement's 0% provisions on designated products, India is now the most competitive major Asian sourcing alternative to China at $87B in annual US imports.
The US-India trade relationship has evolved rapidly: the Feb 2 Interim Agreement reduced the IEEPA rate from 26% to 18%, then the Feb 20 SCOTUS ruling replaced that with 10% Section 122. India was removed from GSP in 2019 but these recent developments partially offset that loss. India is positioning itself as the premier China+1 alternative, with Apple, Samsung, and other companies expanding Indian electronics manufacturing.
Key Products Imported from India
Top imports include pharmaceuticals and generic drugs, gems and jewelry (particularly cut diamonds), textiles and apparel, organic chemicals, IT services-related hardware, seafood (shrimp), and machinery. India is the world's largest supplier of generic medications and a growing electronics assembly hub.
Recent Changes
Feb 20, 2026: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs — India's rate dropped to 10% Section 122 (from 18% under the Interim Agreement, originally 26% IEEPA). The US-India Interim Agreement provisions for 0% on designated products may still apply under the Section 122 framework. Section 232 tariffs of 50% remain. Apple's iPhone production in India continues expanding. A comprehensive FTA is still being negotiated.
Tips for Importers
India's 10% Section 122 rate makes it exceptionally competitive for textiles and apparel — compare with Chinese goods that face an additional 25% Section 301 on top of the same 10%. Indian pharmaceuticals enter at 0% MFN, making the 10% Section 122 tariff the only layer. Check whether your products still qualify for 0% under the US-India Interim Agreement's designated product lists. Gems and jewelry classification varies significantly by processing stage — cut diamonds face different rates than rough stones.
Rates by Product Sector
| Sector | Base Rate | Surcharge | Effective Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0% | — | Free | — |
| Clothing & Apparel | 16.5% | — | 16.5% | — |
| Textiles & Fabrics | 9% | — | 9% | — |
| Pharmaceuticals | 0% | — | Free | 100% on patented pharma |
| Chemicals | 3% | — | 3% | — |
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