Indian exporters can take advantage of the increasing trade tension between America and China. America has imposed new and higher tariffs i.e. import duties on many goods coming from China, due to which Chinese products will become expensive in the American market. Because of this, the demand of American companies and buyers may now move towards India instead of China.

Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO) President SC Ralhan said that this is a good opportunity for Indian exporters. He said that India already exports many types of goods to America and now exports can be increased by taking advantage of this situation. Along with this, it will give Indian companies an opportunity to compete more in the American market and create new buyers.

Due to imposition of tariff on Chinese goods by America, demand may increase towards India. In 2024–25, India exported goods worth $86 billion to America. Regarding this, Ralhan, President of Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO), said, “We can benefit from this increasing tension.”

America imposed 100% tariff on China

On Friday (October 10), America had announced the imposition of additional 100% tariff on goods coming from China from November 1. With this the total duty on Chinese imports will reach approximately 130%. This step was taken after Beijing imposed strict controls on the export of rare earths on October 9. Rare earths are essential for America’s defense, electric vehicle and clean energy industries.

Currently the US imposes 50% duty on Indian goods, which includes an additional 25% tariff. SC Ralhan said, “Now we will benefit from 100% additional tariff on Chinese goods. This will open up huge opportunities for India in the American market.”

Another expert said that due to this tariff, Chinese goods will become expensive in the American market and their competition will reduce. Toy exporter Manu Gupta also believes the change will help Indian businesses attract new buyers. He said, “It will be beneficial for us. Higher tariff will provide a level playing field.” He also told that American retail giant Target has approached him for new products.

Think tank GTRI said that the growing trade dispute between the US and China could increase global prices of electric vehicles, wind turbines and semiconductor parts. In addition, the US is heavily dependent on China for electronics, textiles, footwear, white goods and solar panels.

America is India’s largest trading partner for the fourth consecutive year

America remains India’s largest trading partner for the fourth consecutive year in 2024–25. Bilateral trade reached $131.84 billion, which included exports of $86.5 billion. The US accounts for about 18% of India’s total merchandise exports, 6.22% of its imports and 10.73% of its total trade. Currently India and America are negotiating a bilateral trade agreement.

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India and America are two major economies of the world and are also important business partners of each other. There is a trade of billions of dollars every year between the two countries. If for some reason the trade between India and America stops completely, then it is a big question that who will suffer the most. If trade between India and America is completely closed, then both countries will be clearly affected, but in this situation India will suffer more loss. Let’s know in detail about this.

Who will suffer more loss

India’s economy is much smaller than the US and its dependence on global trade is more. America is the largest export market in India, a large part of areas like pharmaceuticals, IT services, textiles, gems-jewelery. If the business suddenly stops, then these industries will be hit directly, due to this, not only the income of these companies will fall, but the jobs of millions of people will also be in danger. Foreign exchange reserves, new investment and startup sectors will also have a serious negative effect.

What do data say

First of all, look at the figures. In the year 2023-24, the total bilateral trade between India and the US has been around $ 118 billion. In this, India exported about $ 77 billion to the US, while imported from the US about $ 41 billion. That is, India has a trade surplus of about $ 36 billion with America. If the trade stops then India will suffer loss, because the American market is the biggest customer for Indian IT companies, pharma and textile industry. Millions of jobs will be directly affected. About 60 percent of the IT sector earnings come from the US itself.

America will cost generic medicines expensive

In contrast to this, if we talk about America, then the options of Indian market and supply may be fast available for there, especially electronics, clothes and some medicines. Yes, but America can also find generic medicines and some other items expensive and many companies will have to find a new supplier. But the big and diverse economy of America and many of its business partners can get rid of this loss quickly.

What will be the condition of America

Overall, the loss of the US market for India will have a more serious impact on its economy and industries, while the impact on America will be relatively limited. For this reason, experts believe that in the event of such a business captive, India will get more shock in both economic and social terms.

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