Question 1

What is HS code 1211.90?

Accepted Answer

HS code 1211.90 covers: Medicinal plants and parts (neem, tulsi, ashwagandha). It belongs to chapter 12 — Oil seeds. The first 6 digits are standardized worldwide; India extends this to 8-digit ITC-HS codes and the EU to 10-digit TARIC codes.

Question 2

What is the EU import duty for HS 1211.90?

Accepted Answer

The indicative EU Common External Tariff for HS 1211.90 is 0%. Destination-country VAT applies on top (on the customs value plus duty). Verify the exact 10-digit TARIC rate for your product variant.

Question 3

Which taxes apply when importing HS 1211.90 into India?

Accepted Answer

Imports into India pay Basic Customs Duty by classification, a 10% Social Welfare Surcharge on the BCD, and IGST (5% for this code) on the assessable value. Use our India Import Duty Calculator for a full breakdown.

EU Import Duty	0%
India Export Duty	0%
IGST (India)	5%
VAT (Germany ref.)	7%

HS Code 1211.90

Related codes in chapter 12