HS 9801.00.13Chapter 98 — Special Classification Provisions
Import Duty on For power project, other than solar power plant or solar power project
India FY 2025-26 · CUSTADA Schedule · ITC-HS 9801.00.13
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 / Agreement | BCD Rate | vs Standard | Est. Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| BESTSAFTA (Legacy — 99/2011) | 0% | -7.5% | ~8.9% on AV |
Full FTA rate table2 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 9801
Government notifications citing this HS code or heading
Further amends notification No. 50/2017-Customs dated 30th June, 2017 so as to prescribe effective rate of Basic Customs Duty (BCD).02.02.2020Project Imports - Rescinding Board Circular F.No. 528/213/87-Customs (TU).19.04.2017All Industry Rates of Duty Drawback and other Duty Drawback related changes.16.11.2015All Industry Rates of Duty Drawback effective 22.11.2014.22.11.2014Project import - CBEC clarifies on import of ash handling systems, water treatment plant and Coal transportation facilities for ultra mega power projects.23.08.2013
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What is the import duty on For power project, other than solar power plant or solar power project?
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 For power project, other than solar power plant or solar power project under BIS mandatory certification?
HS 9801.00.13 does not typically require mandatory BIS certification, but always verify with the latest DPIIT/BIS Quality Control Orders.
Are there anti-dumping duties on For power project, other than solar power plant or solar power project?
No active anti-dumping duties are currently recorded for HS 9801.00.13 in the TradePrep database (FY 2025-26).
Which FTA gives the lowest duty rate for HS 9801.00.13?
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 Code9801.00.13
Chapter98 — Special Classification Provisions
Heading9801
Unitkg
ScheduleCUSTADA FY 2025-26
FTA Available