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Date: 28/03/2025

Govt mulls further duty cuts on Harley bikes, bourbon whiskey amid tariff threat

The government is considering lowering import duties on Harley-Davidson motorcycles, bourbon whiskey and Californian wine as part of ongoing trade discussions with the United States. Both countries are engaged in negotiations to further reduce tariffs on certain products and boost trade ties. The government had earlier reduced import duties on Harley-Davidson motorcycles from 50% to 40%. Now, discussions are underway to further lower the tariffs, making these premium bikes more affordable in the market. Similarly, import duty on bourbon whisky was reduced from 150% to 100% in the past, and officials are now considering another cut to promote smoother trade between the two nations. Californian wine is also part of the talks, with the US pushing for better access to the Indian market, as per a report.
 
source: Exim News Service: New Delhi, March 27