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India Tariff Rates 2026: 10% on US Imports

Updated 2026-09-14

Effective Rate

10%18%

As of 2026-09-14, US imports from India carry an effective tariff of about 10%. This combines the 10% Section 301 forced-labor baseline (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) applied to countries without a separate deal, 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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Updated Feb 21, 2026: IEEPA tariff (was 18%) struck down by SCOTUS Feb 20. Replaced by the 10% Section 122 tariff (Feb 24), which 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% by economy). Base rate 18% → 10%. Section 122 expired July 24, 2026 and was replaced by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff.

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Paid IEEPA duty on imports from India in 2025–early 2026?

The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA reciprocal (and fentanyl/trafficking) tariffs on February 20, 2026. The Importer of Record — or the licensed broker who filed the original entries — can seek that IEEPA layer back through CBP’s CAPE process. This is not a consumer check, and it is not a guaranteed amount.

Who can file: the original Importer of Record (or that entry’s filing broker), not the retail customer.
Window: IEEPA duties collected from early 2025 through February 24, 2026 (reciprocal rates generally from April 2025; China/Canada/Mexico fentanyl layers started earlier).
Not refundable: Section 232 (steel/aluminum/autos), China Section 301, MFN base duty, or the current Section 301 forced-labor tariff / EU 15% deal rate.

Illustrative example only: $50,000 of IEEPA-period imports from India at the published 18% IEEPA rate carried about $9,000 of IEEPA duty. That IEEPA layer — plus statutory interest (6–7% compounded daily under 19 CFR 24.36) — is what CAPE can refund. Your actual figure comes from your 7501s, not this example.

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Forced-Labor Tariff

10%

was 18% (IEEPA)

232 Steel

50%

232 Aluminum

50%

Section 232 rates shown apply to articles wholly of steel, aluminum, or copper. Since the April 6, 2026 restructuring, qualifying derivative products are dutied at 25% on their full customs value rather than 50%. Verify your product’s classification — the exact 232 treatment depends on HTS code and metal content.

Rate dropped from 18% (IEEPA) to 10% (Section 122). US-India Interim Agreement IEEPA provisions now moot.

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AD/CVD Notice: Some products from India are subject to additional anti-dumping or countervailing duties not shown in the base rates above. These duties can be substantial (50-500%+ on some products). Learn about AD/CVD duties

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, then to the 10% tier of the Section 301 forced-labor tariff that replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026. 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 the 10% Section 122 baseline (from 18% under the Interim Agreement, originally 26% IEEPA); Section 122 expired July 24, 2026 and was replaced the same day by the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff. The US-India Interim Agreement provisions for 0% on designated products may still apply under the current forced-labor 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 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) makes it exceptionally competitive for textiles and apparel — compare with Chinese goods that face an additional 25% China Section 301 on top of their 12.5% forced-labor tariff. Indian pharmaceuticals enter at 0% MFN, making the 10% Section 301 forced-labor 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 forced-labor tariff.

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 IEEPA duty in 2025–early 2026, start with how to claim an IEEPA refund, the tariff-refunds hub, and CAPE refund status. And if you re-export or manufacture with imported goods, duty drawback can recover up to 99% of eligible duties — a separate program from CAPE.

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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India Tariffs by Product

Clothing from India26.5% effective rate Electronics from India10% effective rate Footwear from India13.4% effective rate Auto Parts from India28.4% effective rate Food from India13.4% effective rate Furniture from India13.4% effective rate Machinery from India13.4% effective rate Pharmaceuticals from India10% effective rate Plastics from India13.4% effective rate Toys from India13.4% effective rate Textiles from India19% effective rate Chemicals from India13% effective rate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the US-India Interim Agreement still matter after the SCOTUS ruling?

The Interim Agreement's provisions for 0% duties on designated products may still provide benefits beyond the forced-labor rate. However, the 10% forced-labor rate (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) is already lower than the 18% the Interim Agreement had negotiated, so for most products the SCOTUS ruling provides greater relief.

How competitive is India versus Vietnam for apparel sourcing?

India faces a 10% forced-labor tariff while Vietnam is in the 12.5% tier (both replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026), so India now holds a slight 2.5-point base-rate edge — both far below the IEEPA era. Competition still turns on labor costs, production capacity, lead times, and quality — areas where both countries have different strengths.

Are Indian generic pharmaceuticals affected by tariffs?

Most finished pharmaceutical products enter at 0% MFN duty, making the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) the only cost layer. India supplies over 40% of US generic drug prescriptions, and the relatively low tariff burden helps maintain affordable medication access.

Is India benefiting from the Apple supply chain shift?

Yes. Apple has expanded iPhone production in India (through Foxconn and Tata Electronics), and the reduction from 26% IEEPA to today's 10% forced-labor rate makes Indian-assembled electronics significantly more competitive for US import. India is positioning to become a major smartphone export hub.

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.