Consumers and businesses worldwide use smartphones; India is among the largest smartphone manufacturing and export hubs.
HSN code 85171300 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks: smartphones.
Smartphones need BIS, CE-RED or FCC approval, IMEI lists, lithium battery UN 38.3 documentation, anti-static packaging, and may face import duty and valuation checks; keep IMEI records and warranty cards. Telecom and wireless equipment needs destination type approval and radio licensing (BIS/WPC, CE-RED, FCC), correct frequency bands and plugs, anti-static and shock-absorbing packaging, IMEI or serial lists, and may face dual-use encryption export checks; list model, band and specification on the invoice.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 8517)
- 8517as appropriate. However, parts which are equally suitable for use principally with the goods of headingsFree
- 851711Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wirelessFree
- 85171110Push button typeFree
- 85171190OtherFree
- 85171400Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones telephones for cellular networks or for other wirelessFree
- 851718cellular networks or for other wireless networks : -- OtherFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 85171300 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
They are smartphones for cellular and wireless networks.
HSN 85171300 falls under Chapter 85 and Heading 8517 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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