HS 1905.90.40Chapter 19 — Preparations of Cereals
Import Duty on Papad
India FY 2025-26 · CUSTADA Schedule · ITC-HS 1905.90.40
Duty Rates at a Glance
Basic Customs Duty
30%
Social Welfare Surcharge
3%
IGST
0%
Total Effective Duty
33%
Unit of Measurement
kg
Import Policy
Free
Export Policy
Free
FTA / Preferential Duty Rates
Lower BCD rates available under Free Trade Agreements
| FTA / Agreement | BCD Rate | vs Standard | Est. Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| BESTSAFTA (Legacy — 99/2011) | 0% | -30.0% | ~30.9% on AV |
Full FTA rate table12 more agreements with concessional rates for this code, plus Certificate of Origin requirements.
FTA rates require a valid Certificate of Origin. Verify eligibility with your customs broker.
Notifications & Circulars for HS 1905
Government notifications citing this HS code or heading
Amends notification no. 25/2021-Customs to notify the fifth tranche of tariff concessions under India-Mauritius CECPA.28.03.2025Gives effect to the 3rd tranche of India Mauritius CECPA.31.03.2023Differential duty - Import of specified goods from the Republic of Singapore - Further amends the notification No. 10/2008-Customs, dated the 15th January, 200818.12.2012Amends the notification No. 10/2008-Customs, dated the 15th January, 2008.24.12.2010Amends No. 01/2017-Integrated Tax (Rate) to implement the decisions of 50th GST Council.26.07.2023
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What is the import duty on Papad?
The total import duty is 33%, comprising BCD of 30%, Social Welfare Surcharge of 3% on BCD, plus IGST. IGST of 0% applies. These rates are for FY 2025-26.
Is Papad under BIS mandatory certification?
HS 1905.90.40 does not typically require mandatory BIS certification, but always verify with the latest DPIIT/BIS Quality Control Orders.
Are there anti-dumping duties on Papad?
No active anti-dumping duties are currently recorded for HS 1905.90.40 in the TradePrep database (FY 2025-26).
Which FTA gives the lowest duty rate for HS 1905.90.40?
The lowest available BCD rate is 0% under SAFTA (Legacy — 99/2011). A valid Certificate of Origin (COO) must be presented at customs to claim this rate.
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HS Code Details
HS Code1905.90.40
Chapter19 — Preparations of Cereals
Heading1905
Unitkg
ScheduleCUSTADA FY 2025-26
FTA Available