Canes

PVC canes, rods, sticks and profile shapes

DGFT CLEARANCE · CBIC CLEARANCE

HSN 3916 20 11 (Canes of polymers of vinyl chloride) is governed by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) import policy under the ITC (HS) 2022 framework, with mandatory Chapter 39 additional qualifiers in the import declaration as directed by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). DGFT Notification 7/2025-26 dated 17-05-2025 introduces port restrictions on imports from Bangladesh under General Notes, with specific exemptions applicable.

What this is

HSN code

3916 20 11

Chapter

39 · Plastics and articles thereof

Primary regulator

DGFT · ITC (HS) 2022 import policy, Chapter 39

Customs documentation

Chapter 39 qualifiers from CBIC
ITC (HS) policy declaration from DGFT
Bangladesh-origin compliance from DGFT

Compliance steps

1
Include the mandatory additional qualifiers in the import declaration as stipulated in paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, applicable to all commodities under Chapter 39 with effect from 15 October 2023. Non-inclusion of these qualifiers at the bill-of-entry stage attracts detention pending amendment.
CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, para 4.1 and 4.2
2
If the consignment originates from Bangladesh, assess applicability of DGFT Notification 7/2025-26 dated 17-05-2025, which introduces port restrictions on certain Bangladesh-origin goods under para 19 of the General Notes to the ITC (HS) 2022. Confirm whether the goods fall within the exempted categories listed in paragraphs 2 and 3 of that Notification before routing the shipment.
DGFT Notification 7/2025-26 dated 17-05-2025, para 19 (General Notes), paras 1, 2 and 3

A word of counsel

The most common error on this tariff line is filing the bill of entry without the Chapter 39 mandatory qualifiers required under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus, which has been operative since 15 October 2023. Omission triggers a mismatch flag at the e-Sanchit verification stage, resulting in consignment detention and demurrage accruing while the declaration is amended. The Bangladesh-port-restriction overlay under DGFT Notification 7/2025-26 is a separate check that applies only where origin is Bangladesh — but the Chapter 39 qualifier requirement applies to all origins without exception.

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 3916 20 11 require BIS certification?

No, PVC canes and profile shapes are not covered by any BIS Quality Control Order. Import is governed by DGFT under the ITC (HS) 2022 policy framework, with the Chapter 39 mandatory qualifier requirement directed by CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus.

What are the mandatory qualifiers required under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus for Chapter 39 imports?

Paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023 specify the additional declaration qualifiers applicable to Chapter 39 commodities; these must be included in the import declaration with effect from 15 October 2023.

Do the Bangladesh-origin port restrictions under DGFT Notification 7/2025-26 apply to all PVC cane imports from Bangladesh?

Not necessarily — paragraphs 2 and 3 of DGFT Notification 7/2025-26 dated 17-05-2025 set out exempted goods categories; the importer must verify whether HSN 3916 20 11 falls within those exemptions before selecting the port of import.

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