Export HS Code 57042010 (Cotton) to Uganda
HS Code Details
| Code | 57042010 |
| Description | Cotton |
| Chapter | 57 |
| Section | XI — Textiles & Apparel |
| Duty Rate | Refer to destination country’s tariff schedule |
🇺🇬 Uganda
| Capital | Kampala |
| Currency | Ugandan Shilling |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Trade Agreement | No preferential agreement |
Trade Snapshot
No recorded exports of cotton to Uganda. This could represent an untapped market opportunity.
Based on parent category HS 570420. Verify with the latest DGCIS data.
Exporting Cotton to Uganda
Exporting cotton (HS Code 57042010) from India to Uganda requires careful attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations.
Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both Indian export regulations (DGFT) and Uganda's import requirements including proper classification under HS 57042010, accurate valuation, and meeting any product-specific standards.
For customs declarations, use the 8-digit tariff code 57042010 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.
Textile Committee Certificate
Quality and compliance certificate for textile exports from India.
Other Indian Exports to Uganda
Top product categories exported from India to Uganda
With reciprocating internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity exceeding 50 cc but not
Other:
G.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes :
Containing other antibiotics:
Of other plastics :
Parts:
Parts:
G.v.w. exceeding 5 tones but not exceeding 20 tonnes :
Related Tariff Lines to Uganda
Other 8-digit codes under HS 570420 with export guides for Uganda
More HS Codes in Chapter 57
Carpets and other textile floor coverings , knotted, whether or not made up
Articles of yarn, strip or the like of heading 5404 or 5405, twine, cordage, rope or cables, not elsewhere specified or included: Of wool or fine animal hair
Of other textile materials:
Of other textile materials: Of cotton
Of coir including geo textile
Of other textile materials: Other
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