HS code 2853 90 40: Amalgams, other than of precious metals

HS code 2853 90 40 covers amalgams, other than of precious metals in chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals). Total import duty is about 13.66% of the import value; DGFT import policy: Free.

Total import dutyabout 13.66%
Basic customs duty7.5%
IGST5%
Import policyFree
Export policyFree
Anti-dumpingNone found

Updated 2026-11-01 from official lists, including Budget 2026 and later customs notifications.

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Key facts

Tariff item (8-digit HS code)2853 90 40
DescriptionAmalgams, other than of precious metals
Chapter28: Inorganic chemicals
Heading2853: Other
Unitkg.
Basic customs duty (tariff rate)7.5%
Basic customs duty charged7.5%
Social welfare surcharge10% of BCD
IGST5%
Total import dutyabout 13.66% of the import value
DGFT import policyFree
DGFT export policyFree

Import duty (with Budget 2026 changes)

  • About ₹13,660 duty on every ₹1,00,000 of import value (CIF).

DGFT import and export policy

  • Import: Free.
  • Export: Free.

India's imports and exports

  • India imported 27 tonnes in 2025-26 (down 84% on 2024-25) under tariff item 28539040, “Amalgams, other than of precious metals”.

Questions about HS code 2853 90 40

What is the import duty on HS code 2853 90 40 in India?

About 13.66% of the import value: basic customs duty 7.5%, social welfare surcharge 10% of BCD and IGST 5%. IGST can usually be claimed back as input tax credit.

Is the import of amalgams, other than of precious metals free in India?

DGFT import policy for HS code 2853 90 40 is Free.

Can amalgams, other than of precious metals be exported from India?

DGFT export policy for HS code 2853 90 40 is Free.

Other lines under heading 2853

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Sources: Customs Tariff of India (CBIC) · Notification 45/2025-Customs and Budget 2026 amendments · IGST rates, Notification 9/2025-Integrated Tax (Rate) · DGFT ITC(HS) import and export policy · CBIC Customs (ADD) notifications · Export Import Data Bank (DGCI&S). Guidance from official lists, not legal advice; confirm the classification with your customs broker.