What product does HS code 52042040 refer to?

HS 52042040 falls under Chapter 52 (Cotton), heading 5204 (Cotton sewing thread, whether or not putup for retail sale). Specifically: Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre.

What documents are required to import HS 52042040 into India?

Typically required: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading / airway bill, certificate of origin (for preferential rates). This HS has 2 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 52042040 into India?

Use CIF (goods + freight + insurance) × 10 = import duty. Then add IGST 5 = landed cost. Treayo provides an online calculator at https://treayo.com/en/calculator/india.

WCO classification path

Chapter52Cotton
Heading5204Cotton sewing thread, whether or not putup for retail sale
Subheading520420- Put up for retail sale
National52042040Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre

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What is the India import tariff for HS 52042040 (Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic)?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 52042040 is 10, plus IGST 5. 2 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre"

HS code 52042040 (Chapter 52 "Cotton"; Heading 5204 "Cotton sewing thread, whether or not putup for retail sale"; Subheading 520420 "- Put up for retail sale") under the India tariff schedule classifies "Cotton sewing thread, not containing any synthetic staple fibre". India customs apply Basic Customs Duty of 10, IGST 5. Statutory unit of measure: kg. This commodity is subject to 2 import regulations or restrictions; see compliance section below.

Tariff Schedule

Classification	Rate	Legal
基本关税 (BCD) Basic Customs Duty	10	Official tariff schedule
IGST IGST	5	Official tariff schedule
社会福利附加税 SWS	1	Official tariff schedule
综合税负 Total duty	16.55	Official tariff schedule