What documents are required to import HS 28152000 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 28152000 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
Subheading281520Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)
National28152000Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)

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What is the India import tariff for HS 28152000 (Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash))?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 28152000 is 7.5, plus IGST 18. 1 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)"

HS code 28152000 (Chapter 28 "Inorganic chemicals"; Heading 2815 "Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda); potassium hydroxide (caustic potash); peroxides of sodium or potassium"; Subheading 281520 "Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)") under the India tariff schedule classifies "Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash)". 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	Official tariff schedule
综合税负 Total duty	18	Official tariff schedule