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16042000 Free

Food manufacturers use prepared fish paste and minced products for fish cakes, surimi, and processed seafood products.

HSN code 16042000 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
16042000
Policy
Free
Chapter
16
Heading
1604
Description

Other prepared or preserved fish, including minced or paste forms, not classified under the whole/piece subheadings, fall under this residual code.

Export Considerations

These products require sealed, moisture-resistant packaging with appropriate cold chain; 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 16042000 from India?

No. HSN 16042000 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 16042000 used for?

HSN 16042000 covers other prepared fish products, including minced forms.

Which chapter and heading does HSN 16042000 belong to?

HSN 16042000 falls under Chapter 16 and Heading 1604 of India's customs tariff schedule.

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