Export to Japan
Complete export guide for Indian MSMEs looking to enter the Japan market.
🇯🇵 Japan — Country Profile
Capital
Tokyo
Currency
Yen
Language
Japanese
Population
125.7M
GDP (USD)
$4K
India Export Rank
#14
Region
Eastern Asia
Trade Agreement
India-Japan CEPA
Also see: India's imports from Japan →
Top HS Codes for Export to Japan
Measuring less than 232.56 decitex but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 metric number but not exceeding 52 metric number): Grey
Bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of stainless steel:
Grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, of wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimen
Diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whethe
Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm: Chromium type
Palm stearin: RBD
Static converters: Electric inverter
Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed; hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other
Mixed vegetables
Of copper alloys: Brass scrap, namely the following: Refinery brass scrap covered by ISRI code word ‘Drink’; Composition of Red brass scrap covered by ISRI code word ‘Ebony’; Red brass composition turnings scrap covered by ISRI code word ‘Enerv’; Genuine babbit-lined brass
Livers and roes: Egg or egg yolk of fish
Finishing ceramics
Fresh or chilled :
Of pine (Pinus spp.)
Other:
Pickled: Sheep skins
Approns: Other
Other
Omitted
Ergotamine (INN) and its salts: Lysergic acid and its salts
Export Guides for Japan
Detailed guides covering every aspect of exporting to Japan.
Documentation Required
Commercial Invoice
Detailed invoice with buyer/seller details, product description, quantity, price, and Incoterms.
Packing List
Itemized list of contents, weights, dimensions, and package markings for each shipment unit.
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Transport document issued by the carrier confirming receipt of goods for shipment.
Certificate of Origin
Certifies that goods originate from India. Required for preferential tariff treatment under trade agreements.
Shipping Bill
Filed with Indian Customs for export clearance. Generated through ICEGATE.
Letter of Credit / Bank Documents
Payment guarantee instrument. Commonly used for first-time trade partners.
Insurance Certificate
Proof of marine/cargo insurance covering the shipment against loss or damage.
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