What documents are required to import HS 28151200 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 28151200 into India?

Use CIF (goods + freight + insurance) × 7.5 = import duty. Then add IGST 18 = landed cost. Treayo provides an online calculator at https://treayo.com/en/calculator/india.

WCO classification path

Chapter28Inorganic chemicals
Heading2815Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium
Subheading281512In aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)
National28151200In aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)

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What is the India import tariff for HS 28151200 (In aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda))?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 28151200 is 7.5, plus IGST 18. 1 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"In aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)"

HS code 28151200 (Chapter 28 "Inorganic chemicals"; Heading 2815 "Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium"; Subheading 281512 "In aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)") under the India tariff schedule classifies "In aqueous solution (soda lye or liquid soda)". India customs apply Basic Customs Duty of 7.5, IGST 18. 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	7.5	Official tariff schedule
IGST IGST	18	Official tariff schedule
社会福利附加税 SWS	0.75	Official tariff schedule
综合税负 Total duty	27.735	Official tariff schedule