HS Code 8523 — Discs, Tapes, Solid-state Non-volatile Storage Devices, "smart Cards" And Other Media For The Recording Of Sound Or Of Other Phenomena, Whether Or Not Recorded, Including Matrices And Masters For The Production Of Discs, But Excluding Products Of Chapter

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122

Importing Countries (2024-2025)

$206M

India’s Export Value

34

Markets > $1M

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Quick Facts

HS Code

8523

Chapter

85

Section

XVI — Machinery & Electronics

Product

Discs, Tapes, Solid-state Non-volatile Storage Devices, "smart Cards" And Other Media For The Recording Of Sound Or Of Other Phenomena, Whether Or Not Recorded, Including Matrices And Masters For The Production Of Discs, But Excluding Products Of Chapter

What is HS Code 8523?

HS Code 8523 classifies discs, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices, "smart cards" and other media for the recording of sound or of other phenomena, whether or not recorded, including matrices and masters for the production of discs, but excluding products of chapter under Chapter 85 of the Harmonized System. This is a 4-digit heading that covers all sub-classifications of discs, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices, "smart cards" and other media for the recording of sound or of other phenomena, whether or not recorded, including matrices and masters for the production of discs, but excluding products of chapter. 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 8523

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How to Export Discs, Tapes, Solid-state Non-volatile Storage Devices, "smart Cards" And Other Media For The Recording Of Sound Or Of Other Phenomena, Whether Or Not Recorded, Including Matrices And Masters For The Production Of Discs, But Excluding Products Of Chapter from India

Standard export procedure for HS Code 8523

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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