List of important documents required for importing goods

Aashka Tiles provides complete documentation support for smooth customs clearance.

• Core Shipping Documents (Mandatory)

Commercial Invoice.→ Seller’s bill with price, product, and terms.

Packing List.→ Box-wise quantity, weight, and packing details.

Bill of Lading (B/L).→ Transport proof issued by the shipping line.

Proforma Invoice.→ Initial quotation before order.

Purchase Order (PO).→ Buyer’s confirmed order.

• Legal & Trade Documents.

Certificate of Origin (COO).→ Confirms goods are made in India.

Import License (if required).→ Permission to import goods.

Sales Contract / Agreement.→ Terms between buyer & seller.

Letter of Credit (LC) (if payment via bank).→ Payment guarantee.

• Shipping & Logistics Documents.

Shipping Bill (Export Declaration).→ Filed by exporter.

Delivery Order (DO).→ Needed to release goods at the port.

Freight Invoice.→ Shipping cost details.

Insurance Certificate.→ Covers risk during transit.

• Quality & Inspection Documents.

Inspection Certificate.→ Confirms goods meet order specs.

Test Report.→ Technical test results (tile strength, absorption).

Fumigation Certificate.→ Required if wooden pallets are used.

Quality Certificate (QC).→ Issued by the manufacturer.

• Customs Clearance Documents.

Bill of Entry.→ Filed by the importer for clearance.

HS Code Declaration.→ Product classification (Tiles = 6907 / 6908) .

Import Duty Payment Receipt.→ Proof of tax payment.

• Payment Documents.

Bank Realization Certificate (BRC).

Bill of Exchange.

Remittance Advice.