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HS Code 6005.90 : Other

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for other is 6005.90. Under the 2026 India (CBIC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 10.00% [CBIC / Customs Tariff 2026].

Chapter

Ch 60

Heading

6005

Subheading

6005.90

IN MFN Duty

10.00%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 60

Warp knit fabrics (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 6001 to 6004

Heading 6005

6005

Warp knit fabrics (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 6001 to 6004

Subheading .90

.90

Other

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

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8-DIGIT INDIA ITC-HS CODE

6005.90.00

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)

Imports of Other 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 Other

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 6005.90.

Query the official CAAR Advance Ruling portal criteria:

Search Official CBIC Portal for 6005.90 →

India ITC-HS 8-Digit Commodity Lines (6005.90)

Commodity Code	Description	Duty Rate	Unit
	Other	10.00%	—

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
6005.21	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.21 →
6005.22	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.22 →
6005.23	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.23 →
6005.24	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.24 →
6005.35	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.35 →
6005.36	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.36 →
6005.37	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.37 →
6005.38	Subheading under Heading 6005	Compare Subheading 6005.38 →

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 Other?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and India (CBIC), Other is classified under HS 6005.90 (Heading 6005, Chapter 60). The representative IN MFN general duty rate is 10.00%.

How is HS 6005.90 distinguished within Heading 6005 (Warp knit fabrics (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 6001 to 6004)?

Heading 6005 covers Warp knit fabrics (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 6001 to 6004. Subheading 6005.90 specifically isolates Other. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 6005.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 6005.90?

Related subheadings under Heading 6005 include 6005.21, 6005.22, 6005.23, 6005.24, 6005.35, 6005.36, 6005.37, 6005.38. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Other 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 6005.90 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 Other?

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 6005.90 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 6005.90 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 6005.90 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 6005.90?

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 6005.90?

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 6005.90 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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