Mineral or chemical fertilisers containing two fertilising elements namely nitrogen and potassium
NK fertilisers, nitrogen-potassium mineral or chemical fertilisers
HSN 3105 90 10 (Mineral or chemical fertilisers containing two fertilising elements, nitrogen and potassium) is subject to the Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985, as amended, which governs the import, distribution, and sale of fertilisers in India. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) administers the applicable ITC (HS) import policy conditions for this tariff line.
- Import compliance declaration from DGFT
- FCO conformity documentation from importer
- 1Verify that the fertiliser formulation meets the specifications prescribed under the Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985, as amended, before shipment. Non-conforming formulations are liable to detention and confiscation at the port of import.Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985 (as amended from time to time)
- 2Confirm the ITC (HS) import policy status for this tariff line with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade and ensure all required import declarations are filed and uploaded in e-Sanchit at the bill of entry stage.Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985 · ITC (HS) Import Policy, Chapter 31
The most common error on this tariff line is importing an NK fertiliser blend whose nitrogen-to-potassium ratio or nutrient concentration falls outside the grades listed in the Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985 schedules — a deficiency that emerges only at post-clearance testing. Such non-conformance is treated as a violation of the FCO and can result in seizure of the entire consignment and monetary penalty on the importer, notwithstanding that customs out-of-charge has already been granted.