Export HS Code 050800 (Other: Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepa...) to China
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India–China Trade Data for HS 0508
India exported $5.31M worth of other: coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle- bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to (HS 0508) to China in 2024.
India also imported $147.7K of this product category from China in 2024.
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Exporting Other: Coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepa... to China
Trade Agreement Benefit: India and China have a APTA which may offer preferential duty rates for this product category. Apply for a Certificate of Origin to claim reduced tariffs.
Exporting other: coral and similar materials, unworked or simply prepared but not otherwise worked; shells of molluscs, crustaceans or echinoderms and cuttle- bone, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to (HS Code 050800) from India to China requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and China's import requirements.
Key considerations include proper classification under HS 050800, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by China. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.
Shipping from India to China 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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