Insulated stainless steel bottles export from India under HSN code 7323 (table, kitchen, household articles of iron or steel), with 0% export duty and GST refund under LUT/IGST route. Key India manufacturing clusters: Mumbai/Thane (Milton, Cello), Ahmedabad, Ludhiana, Moradabad (copper/steel), and Chennai. Typical export MOQ: 5,000-10,000 units. Buyer markets: Middle East (UAE, Saudi), Africa (Nigeria, Kenya), Southeast Asia, and Europe. Buyers require food-grade 304 certification; BIS IS 17526:2021 helps but destination-market standards (FDA, LFGB, EU 1935/2004) usually govern.
Key Facts
- Export HSN code: 7323 — steel household articles. 0% export duty.
- GST refund via LUT (Letter of Undertaking) or IGST refund route.
- Typical export MOQ: 5,000-10,000 units.
- Buyer markets: Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, Europe.
- Destination standards matter more than BIS: FDA (US), LFGB (Germany), EU 1935/2004.
HSN codes + duty structure
| Product | HSN | Export duty | Domestic GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insulated steel bottle | 7323 | 0% | 12% |
| Vacuum flask (with glass inner) | 9617 | 0% | 18% |
| Copper bottle | 7418 | 0% | 12% |
| Glass bottle | 7010 | 0% | 18% |
| Plastic/PET bottle | 3923 | 0% | 18% |
Exports are zero-rated under GST. Claim refund via LUT (no IGST paid) or pay IGST and claim refund.
India manufacturing clusters
- Mumbai / Thane / Vasai — Milton (Hamilton Housewares), large-scale steel drinkware.
- Ahmedabad / Gujarat — steel processing and forming.
- Ludhiana, Punjab — steel household goods cluster.
- Moradabad, UP — copper and brass drinkware (world-known cluster).
- Chennai / Coimbatore — export-focused steel goods.
Certifications buyers ask for
- Food-grade material certificate — SUS/AISI 304 mill test certificate.
- FDA compliance (US buyers) — 21 CFR food-contact.
- LFGB (German/EU buyers) — food-contact safety.
- EU Regulation 1935/2004 — general food-contact materials.
- REACH / RoHS — chemical restriction compliance.
- BIS IS 17526:2021 — Indian standard; strong credibility signal but not a substitute for destination-market compliance.
Export process checklist
- IEC (Import Export Code) from DGFT.
- GST registration + LUT filing for zero-rated export.
- Product sampling + destination-market lab testing.
- Buyer contract with MOQ, Incoterms (FOB/CIF), payment terms (LC/TT).
- Packing list, commercial invoice, shipping bill.
- Certificate of Origin (for FTA benefits — India has FTAs with UAE, Australia, ASEAN, Japan, Korea).
What buyers evaluate
Vacuum retention performance (24h cold / 12h hot), weld integrity, lid gasket quality, colour consistency across batches, and packaging durability for sea freight. BIS IS 17526:2021 certification is a strong credibility signal — it demonstrates the manufacturer already passes an independent retention + safety audit. See BIS IS 17526:2021 explained.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSN code for insulated bottle export from India?
HSN 7323 (steel household articles). 0% export duty; exports are zero-rated under GST.
What certifications are needed to export insulated bottles from India?
Food-grade 304 mill certificate plus destination-market compliance — FDA (US), LFGB (Germany), EU 1935/2004, REACH/RoHS. BIS IS 17526:2021 adds credibility.
What is the typical MOQ for insulated bottle export?
5,000-10,000 units for most Indian manufacturers.
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