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16041310 Free

Grocery retailers and food distributors worldwide import canned sardines as a widely consumed shelf-stable protein source.

HSN code 16041310 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.

Free — No License Required

This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.

HSN Code Details

Full HSN Code
16041310
Policy
Free
Chapter
16
Heading
1604
Description

Prepared or preserved sardines, sardinella, and brisling, a specific classification within canned small fish products, is classified under this code.

Export Considerations

Canned sardines ship in sealed cans, typically in oil, water, or sauce; the product is freely exportable from India without a license.

Related HSN Codes (Heading 1604)

  • 1604caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggsFree
  • 16041100Fish, whole or in pieces, but notFree
  • 160412Fish, whole or in pieces, but notFree
  • 16041210PickledFree
  • 16041290OtherFree
  • 160413minced : -- Sardines, sardinella and brisling or spratsFree

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to export HSN 16041310 from India?

No. HSN 16041310 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.

What is HSN code 16041310 used for?

HSN 16041310 covers prepared sardines, sardinella, and brisling.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 16041310 belong to?

HSN 16041310 falls under Chapter 16 and Heading 1604 of India's customs tariff schedule.

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Data source: DGFT ITC(HS) Schedule. Always verify with official notifications before shipping.