Export HS Code 160414 (Tunas, skipjack and bonito (sarda spp.):) to Hong Kong
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India–Hong Kong Trade Data for HS 1604
India exported $1.63M worth of tunas, skipjack and bonito (sarda spp.): (HS 1604) to Hong Kong in 2024. This represents a 21.1% increase from 2023.
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Exporting Tunas, skipjack and bonito (sarda spp.): to Hong Kong
Exporting tunas, skipjack and bonito (sarda spp.): (HS Code 160414) from India to Hong Kong requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Hong Kong's import requirements.
Key considerations include proper classification under HS 160414, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Hong Kong. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.
Shipping from India to Hong Kong 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.
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