Traditional carvers once used whalebone for crafts; most trade is now banned.
HSN code 96019020 is classified as Restricted under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — a license or permit is required before export.
This product requires a license or permit before export/import from India.
HSN Code Details
Worked whalebone and similar animal carving material, and articles thereof.
Whale products are prohibited under CITES and national laws; verify species and legal status before any shipment. Wildlife-derived and natural-material goods are heavily regulated: ivory, tortoiseshell, coral and similar materials fall under CITES and the Wildlife Protection Act, so legal sourcing proof and permits are essential, and many countries ban the trade entirely; carved items need origin and age declarations.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 9601)
- 9601(d) parts of general use, as defined in Note 2 of Section XV, of base metal (Section XV), or similar goods of plastics (Chapter 39); (e) cutlery or other articles of Chapter 82 with handles or other parts of carving or moulding materials; headingFree
- 96011000Not permitted to be imported ivoryProhibited
- 960190OtherFree
- 96019010articles thereofRestricted
- 96019030bone) and articles thereofRestricted
- 96019040animal carving material and . articles thereofRestricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. HSN 96019020 is Restricted under DGFT ITC(HS) policy — you need a license or permit before export.
These are articles of whalebone and similar carving material.
HSN 96019020 falls under Chapter 96 and Heading 9601 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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