India Import Duty Calculator
Estimate import duties for European products entering India. Updated with EU-India FTA preferential rates.
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saved vs standard duty rates
Rates shown are approximate estimates for general guidance only. Actual rates depend on your specific HS code classification. Consult CBIC tariff schedule or a licensed customs broker for exact applicable rates.
How India Import Duties Work
When goods enter India, they're subject to multiple duty components. The primary one is Basic Customs Duty (BCD), which varies by product classification under the HS code system. On top of BCD, a Social Welfare Surcharge of 10% is levied. Finally, Integrated GST (IGST) is applied on the total assessable value (CIF + BCD + SWS).
How the EU-India FTA Reduces Your Import Costs
Under the EU-India Free Trade Agreement, Basic Customs Duty on most goods originating from EU member states is eliminated or significantly reduced. This can result in substantial savings, especially for categories like machinery, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals where standard BCD rates are 7.5-15%. To claim FTA rates, importers must present a valid Certificate of Origin (EUR.1 form) at the time of customs clearance.
Certificate of Origin: How to Claim FTA Rates
The EUR.1 Certificate of Origin is the key document for claiming preferential FTA duty rates. Your European supplier must obtain this from their local chamber of commerce before shipping. The certificate must accompany the shipment and be presented to Indian customs. Without it, standard MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rates apply.
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