HS Code 3401 — Soap

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123

Importing Countries (2024-2025)

$119M

India’s Export Value

23

Markets > $1M

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Quick Facts

HS Code

3401

Chapter

34

Section

VI — Chemical Products

Product

Soap; Organic Surface-active Products And Preparations For Use As Soap, In The Form Of Bars, Cakes, Moulded Pieces Or Shapes, Whether Or Not Containing Soap; Organic Surface-active Products And Preparations For Washing The Skin, In The Form Of Liquid Or C

What is HS Code 3401?

HS Code 3401 classifies soap under Chapter 34 of the Harmonized System. This is a 4-digit heading that covers all sub-classifications of soap. The data below is aggregated across all 6-digit product codes under this heading. Select a destination country below to view the complete export guide including applicable duty rates, required documents, and regulatory requirements.

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India's Export Trend — HS 3401

$114M$141M$168MFY23$141MFY24$163MFY25$119M
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How to Export Soap from India

Standard export procedure for HS Code 3401

1

Obtain IEC

Register for an Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT — mandatory for all Indian exporters.

2

Classify Your Product

Confirm the correct HS code for customs declarations, duty calculation, and trade compliance.

3

Find Buyers

Identify importers in your target market through trade platforms, B2B portals, or lead generation campaigns.

4

Prepare Documentation

Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and any product-specific certificates.

5

Customs & Shipping

File the Shipping Bill with Indian Customs, arrange freight (sea/air), and obtain Let Export Order (LEO).

6

Receive Payment

Collect payment via advance remittance, letter of credit (L/C), or documentary collection through your bank.

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