DGFT Revises HS Codes for Rice, Makhana and Chemicals:

DGFT has revised HS Codes for Rice, Makhana, and Chemicals under ITC(HS) 2025 Classification.

DGFT Updates HS Codes for Rice, Makhana and More

Nidhi

May 20, 2025

Last update on May 20, 2025

DGFT Revises HS Codes for Rice, Makhana and Chemicals The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has announced an update to Schedule-II of the ITC (HS) 2022. The updates are meant for exporters of rice, makhana (fox nut), etc. Exporters should stay updated with changes to avoid delays. Some of the key changes are as follows:

Basmati and Non-Basmati Rice Reclassified: There have been significant changes introduced in the classification of rice. Previously, the Basmati Rice was classified under HS Code 10063020. These have been sub-classified for grade and aroma. The non-Basmati Rice that was previously classified under the general category of the 1006 series. It has been reassigned by parboiled/raw status.
Makhana Reclassified: Makhana, also known as fox nut, was previously classified under pulses. These are now reclassified under edible seeds.
Sulphonated Oil: It was previously grouped with generic oils, now segregated based on industrial use.
Inorganic Acids: It has been moved from generic classification to product-specific categories.

Commodity	Old Classification	New Classification (2025)	Key Impact
Basmati Rice	HS Code 1006 30 20	Sub-classified for grade & aroma	Improved traceability and export control
Non-Basmati Rice	General under 1006 series	Reassigned by parboiled/raw status	simpler export terms; aligns with policy
Makhana (Fox Nut)	Classified under pulses	New sub-entry under edible seeds	improve exports, clarity for customs
Sulphonated Oils	Clubbed with organic chemicals	Segregated by industrial usage	Ease in compliance for chemical traders
Inorganic Acids	Generic chemical heading	Product-specific classification	Helps prevent penalties regarding misdeclaration
Other Chemicals	Mixed within broad headings	Specific HS codes assigned	Aligns with trade partners & WTO norms
Regulatory Base	As per old ITC(HS) 2022	Now aligned with the Finance Act, 2025	Legal uniformity with the new law
Effective Date	Varied implementation	Uniform post-notification enforcement	Immediate exporter compliance is required
Authority	DGFT + CBIC	Jointly aligned via the Finance Act	Ensures legal backing for classification

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