Export HS Code 38021000 (Other: Activated carbon) to Bangladesh
HS Code Details
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
India–Bangladesh Trade Data for HS 3802
India exported $18.70M worth of other: activated carbon (HS 3802) to Bangladesh in 2024.
Export Trend (USD)
Exporting Other: Activated carbon to Bangladesh
Trade Agreement Benefit: India and Bangladesh have a SAFTA, APTA which may offer preferential duty rates for this product category. Apply for a Certificate of Origin to claim reduced tariffs.
Exporting other: activated carbon (HS Code 38021000) from India to Bangladesh requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Bangladesh's import requirements.
Key considerations include proper classification under HS 38021000, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Bangladesh. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.
Shipping from India to Bangladesh 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.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Required for chemical shipments detailing handling, storage, and emergency measures.
Related HS Codes in Chapter 38
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