Export HS Code 52010020 (Indian cotton: Cotton, other than Indian, of all staple leng...) to Sri Lanka
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🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
India–Sri Lanka Trade Data for HS 5201
India exported $6.7K worth of indian cotton: cotton, other than indian, of all staple lengths (HS 5201) to Sri Lanka in 2024. This represents a 28.0% decrease from 2023.
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Exporting Indian cotton: Cotton, other than Indian, of all staple leng... to Sri Lanka
Trade Agreement Benefit: India and Sri Lanka 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 indian cotton: cotton, other than indian, of all staple lengths (HS Code 52010020) from India to Sri Lanka requires attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations. Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both DGFT export regulations and Sri Lanka's import requirements.
Key considerations include proper classification under HS 52010020, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards or certifications required by Sri Lanka. Payment terms commonly used include Letter of Credit (L/C), Documents against Payment (D/P), and advance payment.
Shipping from India to Sri Lanka 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.
Textile Committee Certificate
Quality and compliance certificate for textile exports from India.
Related HS Codes in Chapter 52
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