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HS 2832.20.10Chapter 28 — Inorganic Chemicals

Import Duty on Potassium metabisulphite

India FY 2025-26 · CUSTADA Schedule · ITC-HS 2832.20.10

Duty Rates at a Glance

Basic Customs Duty
7.5%
Social Welfare Surcharge
0.75%
IGST
18%
Total Effective Duty
27.735%
Unit of Measurement
kg
Import Policy
Free
Export Policy
Free

FTA / Preferential Duty Rates

Lower BCD rates available under Free Trade Agreements

FTA / AgreementBCD Ratevs StandardEst. Saving
BESTSAFTA (Legacy — 99/2011)0%-7.5%~8.9% on AV
Full FTA rate table12 more agreements with concessional rates for this code, plus Certificate of Origin requirements.
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Additional Trade Measures

ADDAnti-dumping duties may apply from certain countries. Rate varies by origin.
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Notifications & Circulars for HS 2832

Government notifications citing this HS code or heading

Sodium Hydrosulphite - Anti-dumping duty on the import of “Sodium Hydrosulphite”, falling under headings 2831 and 2832, originating in or exported from the Peop17.12.2021Sodium Hydrosulphite (SHS) - Continuation of anti-dumping duty on ‘Sodium Hydrosulphite (SHS)’, falling under headings 2831 and 2832 originating in, or exported20.12.2011The Customs Tariff (Determination of Origin of Goods under the Preferential Trade Agreement between the Governments of the Republic of India and the Republic of31.12.2009Sodium Hydrosulphite - Anti-dumping duty on the import of Sodium Hydrosulphite falling under heading 2831 and 2832 originating in, or exported from the People's09.12.2009Anti-dumping duty - Sunset review in continuation of anti-dumping on imports of Sodium Hydrosulphite originating in, or exported from the Peoples Republic of Ch16.11.2006
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on Potassium metabisulphite?
The total import duty is 27.735%, comprising BCD of 7.5%, Social Welfare Surcharge of 0.75% on BCD, plus IGST. IGST of 18% applies. These rates are for FY 2025-26.
Is Potassium metabisulphite under BIS mandatory certification?
HS 2832.20.10 does not typically require mandatory BIS certification, but always verify with the latest DPIIT/BIS Quality Control Orders.
Are there anti-dumping duties on Potassium metabisulphite?
Active anti-dumping measures are recorded for HS heading 2832. Duties vary by country of origin. Use the TradePrep duty calculator with your specific origin country for the exact ADD rate.
Which FTA gives the lowest duty rate for HS 2832.20.10?
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 Code2832.20.10
Chapter28 — Inorganic Chemicals
Heading2832
Unitkg
ScheduleCUSTADA FY 2025-26
ADDFTA Available