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Other potassic mineral or chemical fertilisers

PARTNER GOVERNMENT AGENCY CLEARANCE

HSN 3104 90 00 (other potassic fertilisers) is governed by the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, as amended, which regulates the import, sale, and distribution of mineral and chemical fertilisers in India. Importers must ensure compliance with the Order's registration and labelling requirements before customs out-of-charge.

What this is

HSN code

3104 90 00

Chapter

31 · Fertilisers

Primary regulator

DGFT · Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985 (as amended)

Customs documentation

Import compliance declaration from DGFT
Fertilizer registration from Ministry of Agriculture

Compliance steps

1
Verify that the potassic fertiliser grade being imported is registered or notified under the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, as amended. Imports of unregistered grades are not permitted and will attract detention at the port of entry.
Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985 (as amended)
2
Confirm labelling compliance with the specifications prescribed under the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, as amended, before the consignment arrives at port. Non-compliant labelling is treated as a violation of the Order and may prevent out-of-charge.
Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985 (as amended)

A word of counsel

The single most common error on this tariff line is assuming that any potassic fertiliser grade freely traded globally will automatically qualify for import into India. The Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985 prescribes grade-specific standards; a product that does not match a notified grade — even if chemically similar — cannot be lawfully sold or distributed after clearance, rendering the import commercially stranded.

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 3104 90 00 require BIS certification?

No, other potassic fertilisers are not within the BIS Quality Control Order regime. Import is governed by the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, as amended, which sets registration, grade, and labelling requirements for mineral and chemical fertilisers.

What documentation is required at the bill of entry for this HSN?

The consignment must conform to a grade registered under the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985, as amended; supporting documentation demonstrating grade compliance and correct labelling should accompany the bill of entry.

Does the Fertilizer (Control) Order, 1985 apply to residual or blended potassic grades not listed elsewhere in Chapter 31?

Yes. The Order applies to all mineral or chemical fertilisers, potassic, including residual grades classifiable under the 'Other' entry of heading 3104; grade-specific registration requirements apply regardless of the precise formulation.

Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: DGFT / Indian Customs CUSDATA.