Export HS Code 8609 (Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport) to Botswana
HS Code Details
| Code | 8609 |
| Description | Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport |
| Chapter | 86 |
| Section | XVII — Vehicles & Transport |
| Duty Rate | Refer to destination country’s tariff schedule |
🇧🇼 Botswana
| Capital | Gaborone |
| Currency | Pula |
| Region | Southern Africa |
| Trade Agreement | No preferential agreement |
Exporting Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport to Botswana
Exporting containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport (HS Code 8609) from India to Botswana requires careful attention to documentation, packaging standards, and customs regulations.
Indian exporters should ensure compliance with both Indian export regulations (DGFT) and Botswana's import requirements including proper classification under HS 8609, 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.
Related HS Codes in Chapter 86
Rail Locomotives Powered From An External Source Of Electricity Or By Electric Accumulators
Waste and scrap of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators; spent primary cells, spent primary batteries and spent electric accumulators: Powered from an external source of electricity
Waste and scrap of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators; spent primary cells, spent primary batteries and spent electric accumulators: Powered by electric accumulators
Other Rail Locomotives; Locomotive Tenders
Waste and scrap of primary cells, primary batteries and electric accumulators; spent primary cells, spent primary batteries and spent electric accumulators: Diesel-electric locomotives
Other :
Other: Steam locomotives and tenders thereof
Other: Other
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