Export HS Code 56011000 (Sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of) to Australia

HS Code Details

Code	56011000
Description	Sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of
Chapter	56
Section	XI — Textiles & Apparel
Duty Rate	Preferential rate may apply under India-Australia ECTA

🇦🇺 Australia

Capital	Canberra
Currency	Australian Dollar
Region	Oceania
India Export Rank	#25
Trade Agreement	India-Australia ECTA

Exporting Sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of to Australia

Trade Agreement Benefit: India and Australia have a India-Australia ECTA which may offer preferential duty rates for this product category.

Exporting sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of (HS Code 56011000) from India to Australia requires careful attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations.

Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both Indian export regulations (DGFT) and Australia's import requirements including proper classification under HS 56011000, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards.

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.

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5601

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560121

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56012110

Of cotton: Absorbent cotton wool

56012190

Of cotton: Other

56012200

Of cotton: Of man-made fibres

56012900

Of cotton: Other

56013000

Of cotton: Textile flock and dust and mill neps