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HS Code 2805.11 : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, sodium is 2805.11. Under the 2026 India (CBIC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 2.50% [CBIC / Customs Tariff 2026].

Chapter

Ch 28

Heading

2805

Subheading

2805.11

IN MFN Duty

2.50%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 28

Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury

Heading 2805

2805

Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury

Subheading .11

.11

Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

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8-DIGIT INDIA ITC-HS CODE

2805.11.00

CBIC ITC-HS Tariff Schedule

BASIC CUSTOMS DUTY (BCD)

2.50%

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

21.25%

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)

Imports of Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium 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 Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium

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 2805.11.

Query the official CAAR Advance Ruling portal criteria:

Search Official CBIC Portal for 2805.11 →

India ITC-HS 8-Digit Commodity Lines (2805.11)

Commodity Code	Description	Duty Rate	Unit
	Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium	2.50%	—

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
2805.12	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.12 →
2805.19	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.19 →
2805.30	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.30 →
2805.40	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.40 →

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 Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and India (CBIC), Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium is classified under HS 2805.11 (Heading 2805, Chapter 28). The representative IN MFN general duty rate is 2.50%.

How is HS 2805.11 distinguished within Heading 2805 (Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury)?

Heading 2805 covers Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury. Subheading 2805.11 specifically isolates Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2805.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2805.11?

Related subheadings under Heading 2805 include 2805.12, 2805.19, 2805.30, 2805.40. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium 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 2805.11 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 Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium?

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 2805.11 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.

How is the compound landed duty (BCD + SWS + IGST) calculated for HS 2805.11 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 2805.11 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 2805.11?

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 2805.11?

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 2805.11 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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