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HS Code 8305.20 : Staples in strips

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for staples in strips is 8305.20. Under the 2026 India (CBIC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 7.50% [CBIC / Customs Tariff 2026].

Chapter

Ch 83

Heading

8305

Subheading

8305.20

IN MFN Duty

7.50%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 83

Fittings for looseleaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, and parts thereof, of base metal; staples in strips (for example, for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal

Heading 8305

8305

Subheading .20

.20

Staples in strips

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

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8-DIGIT INDIA ITC-HS CODE

8305.20.00

CBIC ITC-HS Tariff Schedule

BASIC CUSTOMS DUTY (BCD)

7.50%

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

27.73%

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 Staples in strips 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 Staples in strips

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 8305.20.

Query the official CAAR Advance Ruling portal criteria:

Search Official CBIC Portal for 8305.20 →

India ITC-HS 8-Digit Commodity Lines (8305.20)

Commodity Code	Description	Duty Rate	Unit
	Staples in strips	7.50%	—

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8305.10	Subheading under Heading 8305	Compare Subheading 8305.10 →
8305.90	Subheading under Heading 8305	Compare Subheading 8305.90 →

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 Staples in strips?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and India (CBIC), Staples in strips is classified under HS 8305.20 (Heading 8305, Chapter 83). The representative IN MFN general duty rate is 7.50%.

How is HS 8305.20 distinguished within Heading 8305 (Fittings for looseleaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, and parts thereof, of base metal; staples in strips (for example, for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal)?

Heading 8305 covers Fittings for looseleaf binders or files, letter clips, letter corners, paper clips, indexing tags and similar office articles, and parts thereof, of base metal; staples in strips (for example, for offices, upholstery, packaging), of base metal. Subheading 8305.20 specifically isolates Staples in strips. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8305.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8305.20?

Related subheadings under Heading 8305 include 8305.10, 8305.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Staples in strips 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 8305.20 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 Staples in strips?

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 8305.20 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 8305.20 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 8305.20 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 8305.20?

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 8305.20?

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 8305.20 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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