What documents are required to import HS 49030020 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 49030020 into India?

Use CIF (goods + freight + insurance) × 10 = import duty. Then add IGST 0 = landed cost. Treayo provides an online calculator at https://treayo.com/en/calculator/india.

WCO classification path

Chapter49Printed books, newspapers
Heading4903Children's picture, drawing or colouring books
Subheading490300Children’s picture, drawing or colouring books
National49030020Drawing or colouring books

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What is the India import tariff for HS 49030020 (Drawing or colouring books)?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 49030020 is 10, plus IGST 0. 1 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"Drawing or colouring books"

HS code 49030020 (Chapter 49 "Printed books, newspapers"; Heading 4903 "Children's picture, drawing or colouring books"; Subheading 490300 "Children’s picture, drawing or colouring books") under the India tariff schedule classifies "Drawing or colouring books". India customs apply Basic Customs Duty of 10, IGST 0. 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	10	Official tariff schedule
IGST IGST	0	Official tariff schedule
社会福利附加税 SWS	1	Official tariff schedule
综合税负 Total duty	11	Official tariff schedule