Export HS Code 03048300 (Other: Flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae,So...) to Japan
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India–Japan Trade Data for HS 0304
India exported $136.41M worth of other: flat fish (pleuronectidae, bothidae, cynoglossidae,soleidae, scophthalmidae and citharidae) (HS 0304) to Japan in 2024. This represents a 6.3% decrease from 2023.
India also imported $1.88M of this product category from Japan in 2024.
Export Trend (USD)
Exporting Other: Flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae,So... to Japan
Trade Agreement Benefit: India and Japan have a India-Japan CEPA which may offer preferential duty rates for this product category. Apply for a Certificate of Origin to claim reduced tariffs.
Exporting other: flat fish (pleuronectidae, bothidae, cynoglossidae,soleidae, scophthalmidae and citharidae) (HS Code 03048300) from India to Japan requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Japan's import requirements.
Key considerations include proper classification under HS 03048300, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Japan. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.
Shipping from India to Japan typically takes 5–15 days by sea, depending on the port of origin and destination. Major Indian ports serving this route include JNPT (Mumbai), Mundra, and Chennai.
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.
FSSAI Certificate
Food safety certification required for export of food products from India.
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by the Plant Quarantine authority for plant/plant-derived products.
Veterinary Health Certificate
Certifies animal products are free from diseases. Required by most importing countries.
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