What documents are required to import HS 54012000 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 54012000 into India?

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

WCO classification path

Chapter54Man-made filaments
Heading5401Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale
Subheading540120Of artificial filaments
National54012000Of artificial filaments

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What is the India import tariff for HS 54012000 (Of artificial filaments)?

Quick answer: India Basic Customs Duty for HS 54012000 is 5, plus IGST 5. 2 import permit / restriction(s) apply.

"Of artificial filaments"

HS code 54012000 (Chapter 54 "Man-made filaments"; Heading 5401 "Sewing thread of man-made filaments, whether or not put up for retail sale"; Subheading 540120 "Of artificial filaments") under the India tariff schedule classifies "Of artificial filaments". India customs apply Basic Customs Duty of 5, 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	5	Official tariff schedule
IGST IGST	5	Official tariff schedule
社会福利附加税 SWS	0.5	Official tariff schedule
综合税负 Total duty	10.775	Official tariff schedule