Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Indian Exporters Face Tariffs Amid US Trade Deal Deadline
The US is planning to put extra taxes (tariffs) on goods from India if they don't make a trade deal by August 1st.
Right now, they haven't agreed, so Indian businesses are worried they'll have to pay a lot more to sell their products in the US.
Some companies might have to make prices higher, which means they could sell less.
Although negotiations are still ongoing, the uncertainty has already put a hold on some deals, but hopefully a larger agreement can be worked out.
Indian exporters brace for potential 20-25% tariffs as August 1 deadline nears with the US.
No interim trade deal has been reached between the US and India.
Exporters anticipate tariffs could be between 15% to 26%, potentially affecting business.
US buyers are holding back orders amid uncertainty over tariffs.
Longer-term negotiations for a broader trade agreement are ongoing, aiming for a first tranche by October.
- Who
- US, India, Indian exporters, US buyers.
- What
- Potential tariffs on Indian goods due to lack of US-India trade deal.
- When
- August 1 is the deadline for potential tariff implementation; first trade tranche expected by October.
- Where
- United States and India.
- Why
- Without a trade deal, tariffs are expected to be imposed.
Tariff Impact
Trade Outlook
Impact of Tariffs
Tariff Impact
Exporters express concern about impact on profits and sales volumes.
Trade Outlook
Exporters believe they will remain competitive.
- Tariff Deadline
- August 1
- Expected Tariff Range
- 20-25%
- Potential Tariff on India (Worst Case)
- 36%
- Negotiation Stage
- Ongoing for broader agreement
- Countries with Agreements
- EU, Japan, Indonesia
Sources
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