What documents are required to import HS 28521000 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 28521000 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
Heading2852Inorganic or organic compounds of mercury, whether or not chemically defined, excluding amalgams
Subheading285210Chemically defined
National28521000Chemically defined

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What is the India import tariff for HS 28521000 (Chemically defined)?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 28521000 is 7.5, plus IGST 18. 1 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"Chemically defined"

HS code 28521000 (Chapter 28 "Inorganic chemicals"; Heading 2852 "Inorganic or organic compounds of mercury, whether or not chemically defined, excluding amalgams"; Subheading 285210 "Chemically defined") under the India tariff schedule classifies "Chemically defined". 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