India Tariff Rates 2026: 10% on US Imports
As of 2026-07-24, US imports from India carry an effective tariff of about 10%. This combines the 10% Section 122 baseline applied to all countries, with Section 232 metals tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum charged separately. The rate fell from 18% after the Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs in February 2026, so importers who paid the higher rate between April 2025 and February 2026 may qualify for refunds. The 10% Section 122 tariff (effective Feb 24, 2026) expired at its 150-day limit on July 24, 2026 and was replaced the same day by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff (10%, or 12.5% for higher-tier economies).
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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 US-India interim trade agreement framework (announced Feb 6, 2026, with tariff relief effective Feb 7) reduced the reciprocal rate from 25% 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 metals tariffs apply at 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum and 25% on derivative products (both on full customs value, after the April 6, 2026 restructuring). 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.
How Are US Tariffs on India Imports Calculated?
US import duties on goods from India are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff, which replaced the expired 10% Section 122 tariff on July 24, 2026 and applies to most countries without a separate trade deal. Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum apply to metals imports, regardless of the Section 122 rate.
To calculate the total duty on a specific import from India, use our US import duty calculator or landed cost calculator for a complete estimate including Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF). You can also compare India rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.
Already importing from India? If you paid the higher pre-SCOTUS IEEPA rate in 2025, you may be able to claim an IEEPA tariff refund. And if you re-export or manufacture with imported goods, duty drawback can recover up to 99% of the duties you paid — both are separate from the rates above.
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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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Note: Rates shown do not include potential anti-dumping or countervailing duties (AD/CVD), which may apply to specific products and can significantly increase total duty. Consult a customs broker for product-specific rates.