Export HS Code 16055800 (Molluscs: Snails, other than sea snails) to Iran
HS Code Details
| Code | 16055800 |
| Description | Molluscs: Snails, other than sea snails |
| Chapter | 16 |
| Section | IV — Food, Beverages & Tobacco |
| Duty Rate | Refer to destination country’s tariff schedule |
🇮🇷 Iran
| Capital | Tehran |
| Currency | Iranian Rial |
| Region | Southern Asia |
| India Export Rank | #41 |
| Trade Agreement | No preferential agreement |
Trade Snapshot
No recorded exports of molluscs: snails, other than sea snails to Iran. This could represent an untapped market opportunity.
Based on parent category HS 160558. Verify with the latest DGCIS data.
Exporting Molluscs: Snails, other than sea snails to Iran
Exporting molluscs: snails, other than sea snails (HS Code 16055800) from India to Iran requires careful attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations.
Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both Indian export regulations (DGFT) and Iran's import requirements including proper classification under HS 16055800, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards.
For customs declarations, use the 8-digit tariff code 16055800 which provides the most specific product classification under India's customs tariff.
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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