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HS Code 0510.00 : Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved is 0510.00. Under the 2026 India (CBIC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 10.00% [CBIC India Customs Tariff 2026].

Chapter

Ch 05

Heading

0510

Subheading

0510.00

IN MFN Duty

10.00%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 05

Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved

Heading 0510

0510

Subheading .00

.00

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

8-DIGIT INDIA ITC-HS CODE

0510.00.00

CBIC ITC-HS Tariff Schedule

BASIC CUSTOMS DUTY (BCD)

10.00%

Verified July 2026 · CBIC Tariff Source

Social Welfare Surcharge

10.00% of BCD

SWS Surcharge [CBIC]

Integrated GST (IGST)

18.00%

(AV + BCD + SWS) Base

Landed Duty Rate

30.98%

Worked Compound Stack

Advance Ruling System

CAAR Rulings

CBIC Customs Authority

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Indian Trade Remedies (DGTR AD/CVD) & Safeguards

DGTR Anti-Dumping / CVD Measures

Subject to Item Notice

Directorate General of Trade Remedies [DGTR]

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Imports of Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved into India require ICEGATE Bill of Entry declaration. Importers must hold an active IEC code, GSTIN, and comply with DGFT import policy and CAROTAR 2020 rules of origin.

Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved

MODULE 11: Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR / CBIC)

Legally binding tariff classification decisions issued by CAAR / CBIC under Section 28H of the Customs Act, 1962 for HS 0510.00.

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India ITC-HS 8-Digit Commodity Lines (0510.00)

Commodity Code	Description	Duty Rate	Unit
	Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved	10.00%	—

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
0510.10	Subheading under Heading 0510	HS 0510.10 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
0510.20	Subheading under Heading 0510	HS 0510.20 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
0510.90	Subheading under Heading 0510	HS 0510.90 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

CBIC Customs Tariff Schedule (ITC-HS 2026) ↗

Official Indian 8-digit ITC-HS tariff items, Basic Customs Duty (BCD), SWS, and IGST.

Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) ↗

Indian Ministry of Finance customs administration and Customs Tariff Act 1975.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and India (CBIC) general duty for Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and India (CBIC), Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved is classified under HS 0510.00 (Heading 0510, Chapter 05). The representative IN MFN general duty rate is 10.00%.

How is HS 0510.00 distinguished within Heading 0510 (Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved)?

Heading 0510 covers Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved. Subheading 0510.00 specifically isolates Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 0510.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 0510.00?

Related subheadings under Heading 0510 include . Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved into India?

Importers require a Bill of Entry (BE) lodged on the ICEGATE portal by a Customs Broker (CHA), active Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT, GSTIN registration, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading.

Can goods under HS 0510.00 enter duty-free under FTAs into India?

Yes. Goods originating in ASEAN countries (AIFTA), Japan (IJCEPA), South Korea (IKCEPA), UAE (India-UAE CEPA), or Australia (ECTA) enter India under preferential BCD rates subject to CAROTAR 2020.

What is the Indian customs duty de minimis threshold for Ambergris, castoreum, civet and musk; cantharides; bile, whether or not dried; glands and other animal products used in the preparation of pharmaceutical products, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved?

Under Courier Imports and Exports (Clearance) Regulations, imported goods valued up to ₹10,000 INR enter India duty-free, while commercial shipments above ₹10,000 require formal ICEGATE entry.

How can an importer obtain a CAAR Advance Ruling for HS 0510.00 in India?

Importers or foreign exporters may apply to the Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR) under Section 28H of the Customs Act, 1962 for a legally binding classification ruling.

What FSSAI or PQMS import clearances apply to food/agricultural goods under HS 0510.00 in India?

Imports of food or agricultural products under Chapter 05 into India require FSSAI import clearance and Plant Quarantine Information System (PQMS) phytosanitary NOC before customs release.

How is the compound landed duty (BCD + SWS + IGST) calculated for HS 0510.00 in India?

India applies a compound stack: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on assessable value, Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) at 10% of BCD, and Integrated GST (IGST) on (assessable value + BCD + SWS). Some goods add AIDC or compensation cess.

What IGST rate applies to imports of HS 0510.00 into India?

Integrated GST (IGST) is levied at 5%, 12%, 18%, or 28% depending on the goods, assessed on the assessable value plus BCD plus SWS. There is no US-style MPF/HMF.

What is the Import Export Code (IEC) and GSTIN requirement for India?

Commercial importers require a 10-digit Import Export Code (IEC) issued by DGFT and a GSTIN registration; entry is lodged as a Bill of Entry on ICEGATE via a Customs Broker (CHA).

How do CAROTAR 2020 rules of origin apply to preferential imports under HS 0510.00?

Importers claiming FTA preferential BCD rates must satisfy CAROTAR 2020 origin verification, holding a valid Certificate of Origin and supporting production records.

What DGTR trade remedy (anti-dumping / safeguard) measures apply to HS 0510.00?

Importers must verify whether anti-dumping, countervailing, or safeguard duties recommended by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) apply to their origin.

Are BIS or FSSAI standards clearances required for HS 0510.00 in India?

Regulated goods may require BIS (ISI) certification, FSSAI clearance for food, or other line-ministry NOCs prior to customs release.

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