What documents are required to import HS 16055800 into India?

Typically required: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading / airway bill, certificate of origin (for preferential rates). This HS has 1 additional permit / restriction requirement(s) — see detail page.Confirm latest requirements with CBIC / DGFT ITC-HS 2025-26.

How to calculate landed cost for importing HS 16055800 into India?

Use CIF (goods + freight + insurance) × 30 = import duty. Then add IGST 5 = landed cost. Treayo provides an online calculator at https://treayo.com/en/calculator/india.

WCO classification path

Chapter16Preparations of meat, fish
Heading1605Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved
Subheading160558Snails, other than sea snails
National16055800Snails, other than sea snails

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What is the India import tariff for HS 16055800 (Snails, other than sea snails)?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 16055800 is 30, plus IGST 5. 1 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"Snails, other than sea snails"

HS code 16055800 (Chapter 16 "Preparations of meat, fish"; Heading 1605 "Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved"; Subheading 160558 "Snails, other than sea snails") under the India tariff schedule classifies "Snails, other than sea snails". India customs apply Basic Customs Duty of 30, IGST 5. Statutory unit of measure: kg. This commodity is subject to 1 import regulation or restriction; see compliance section below.

Tariff Schedule

Classification	Rate	Legal
基本关税 (BCD) Basic Customs Duty	30	Official tariff schedule
IGST IGST	5	Official tariff schedule
社会福利附加税 SWS	3	Official tariff schedule
综合税负 Total duty	39.65	Official tariff schedule