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Export HS Code 160413 (Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats:) to Spain

HS Code Details

Code160413
DescriptionSardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats:
Chapter16
SectionIV β€” Food, Beverages, Tobacco
Duty RateRefer to tariff schedule

πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ Spain

CapitalMadrid
CurrencyEuro
RegionSouthern Europe
India Export Rank#23
Trade AgreementNone

India–Spain Trade Data for HS 1604

India exported $7.33M worth of sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats: (HS 1604) to Spain in 2024.

India also imported $16.6K of this product category from Spain in 2024.

Export Trend (USD)

2024
$7.33M

Exporting Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats: to Spain

Exporting sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats: (HS Code 160413) from India to Spain requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Spain's import requirements.

Key considerations include proper classification under HS 160413, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Spain. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.

Sea freight from India to Spain typically takes 18–25 days via the Suez Canal route. Major European ports include Rotterdam, Hamburg, and Antwerp. Air freight is available for urgent or high-value shipments.

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.

Related HS Codes in Chapter 16

Other Export Destinations for Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats:

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