India, Oct. 11 -- The escalating trade war between the US and China might have a global ripple effect but it could benefit Indian exporters. The tariffs on China could help in increasing Indian shipments to the American market, according to experts.

SC Ralhan, president of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations, told PTI that the US's higher tariffs on Chinese goods are likely to boost demand for Indian products, which totaled to USD 86 billion in exports to the US during 2024-25.

"We may gain from this escalation," Ralhan said.

The US has announced an additional 100 per cent tariff on Chinese goods starting November 1, 2025, raising the overall tariffs to 130%.

The move came in response to Beijing's October 9, 2025 decision to...