Chapter 38 - Miscellaneous chemical products
HS Code 38237090
Industrial fatty alcohols (other)
Official tariff item: Other
Standard Duty Structure
| Duty Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD) | 7.5% |
| Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) | 7.5% |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) | 10% of BCD |
| Integrated GST (IGST) | 18% |
Source: ICEGATE Trade Guide on Imports. Actual payable duty depends on assessable value, exemptions, preference claims, and product-specific cesses.
Import Duty Calculator
Enter the assessable value (CIF value in rupees) to estimate the duty payable under HS 38237090 at the standard rates above.
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Estimate follows the standard-rate calculation shown on the ICEGATE duty page for this code. It does not account for exemption notifications, trade-agreement preference claims, anti-dumping or safeguard duties.
Classification Note
Lauryl, cetyl, and stearyl alcohols have a specific 38237010 / related line. Use this residual item for other industrial fatty alcohols.
Common Customs Paperwork
- Bill of Entry
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
These are the standard customs paperwork items, not a complete regulatory checklist for every product under this HS code.
Agency Checks To Verify
- ICEGATE returned an ITC HS policy note that import of directly potable alcohol, or alcohol usable for making potable alcohol, is not permitted under this line.