# India probes LG Samsung over OLED tariff claims

> India investigates LG and Samsung for allegedly underpaying import duties on OLED TV parts
- Title: India probes LG Samsung over OLED tariff claims | Shortify
- Summary: India investigates LG and Samsung for allegedly underpaying import duties on OLED TV parts India accuses LG and Samsung of evading 15% tariffs on OLED…
- Keywords: india, lg electronics, samsung electronics, oled, import duty, tariff evasion, directorate of revenue intelligence, consumer electronics manufacturers assoc, make in india, probes, Samsung, tariff
- Source: The Economic Times — https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/cons-products/electronics/india-probes-lg-samsung-over-alleged-tariff-evasion-on-imported-oled-tv-parts/articleshow/134431170.cms
- Author: Reuters
- Published: 2026-09-23T09:45:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: india, lg electronics, samsung electronics, oled, import duty, tariff evasion, directorate of revenue intelligence, consumer electronics manufacturers assoc, make in india
## India's tariff probe
Indian authorities allege LG and Samsung paid lower tariffs on imported OLED display parts by claiming 5% rates instead of 15%.

> For OLED parts, India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence believes Samsung and LG should have paid a 15 percent duty.
## OLED market context
OLED TVs are niche with just 6.5 million global units sold last year, but hold 4% of India's $4.7 billion TV market.
## Company responses
Samsung says it's reviewing the matter and cooperating with authorities, while LG submitted responses and a monetary deposit for potential extra duties.

> Samsung said in a statement to Reuters that it is "reviewing the matter and cooperating fully with the relevant authorities".
## Industry lobbying
Industry groups pushed for OLED parts to qualify for 5% tariffs, arguing current rules create higher costs and hurt 'Make in India' goals.

> Manufacturers of more advanced OLED TVs are denied the same benefit, resulting in higher input costs and reduced competitiveness.
## Tariff dispute details
Indian authorities claim OLED parts should pay 15% duty, while companies argue they're advanced LED technology and should share the same 5% rate.

> The companies believe OLED is nothing but an advanced form of LED technology and the same Indian tariffs should apply.
## Market impact
India's display imports grew 15% to $5.6 billion in 2026, highlighting reliance on overseas supplies for TV parts.
## Key takeaway

India accuses LG and Samsung of evading 15% tariffs on OLED display parts by claiming 5% rates