Metal Button (Garment Accessory) imported from China into India is classified under HS code 96062200 (9606 22 00) – Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and pressstuds, button moulds and other parts of these articles; button blanks - buttons : of base metals, not covered with textile material. The total import duty and IGST is about 30.98% of the assessable (CIF) value for FY 2026-27.

Import duty rates for HS code 96062200

Duty / taxRateOn ₹1,00,000 CIF value
Basic Customs Duty (BCD)10%₹10,000
Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS)10% of BCD₹1,000
IGST18%₹19,980
Total duty + IGST≈ 30.98%₹30,980

Customs duty (BCD + SWS) is a cost: about 11%. IGST of about 19.98% is usually claimable as input tax credit if you are GST-registered. Freight, insurance, port and clearance charges are extra – the calculator adds them for you.

Import policy & compliance

  • Import policy: Free
  • Always needed: IEC (Import Export Code), GST registration, commercial invoice, packing list and Bill of Lading / Airway Bill.

Frequently asked questions

What is the HS code for Metal Button (Garment Accessory) in India?

Metal Button (Garment Accessory) is classified under HS code 96062200 (9606 22 00) in the Indian Customs Tariff: Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and pressstuds, button moulds and other parts of these articles; button blanks - buttons : of base metals, not covered with textile material. Always match the 8-digit code to your exact product specification before filing the Bill of Entry.

What is the import duty on Metal Button (Garment Accessory) from China to India?

The import duty on Metal Button (Garment Accessory) (HS 96062200) from China to India in FY 2026-27 is Basic Customs Duty (BCD) 10%, Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) 10% of BCD and IGST 18%. That works out to about 30.98% of the assessable (CIF) value in total, of which about 19.98% is IGST that GST-registered importers can usually claim as input tax credit.

Is there anti-dumping duty on Metal Button (Garment Accessory) from China?

IFC's database shows no anti-dumping duty in force for HS 96062200 as of 17 Oct 2026. Anti-dumping duties are product-specific and change through DGTR and Finance Ministry notifications, so confirm for your exact product before shipping.

Which licence or certification is needed to import Metal Button (Garment Accessory) into India?

You need an Import Export Code (IEC) and GST registration. For HS 96062200: Free.

How do I calculate the landed cost of Metal Button (Garment Accessory) from China?

Landed cost = product cost + sea or air freight + insurance + customs duty + IGST + clearance and delivery charges. Use IFC's free China to India shipment calculator with HS code 96062200 to get a full cost sheet in rupees, or message IFC on WhatsApp for a confirmed door-to-door quote.

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Rates checked by IFC on 17 Oct 2026 from the Customs Tariff of India (CBIC), Budget 2026 notifications and GST rate notifications. These are estimates for planning: confirm the classification and rates on ICEGATE or with IFC before you ship. All HS codes · Use this data in ChatGPT or Claude