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Order quantity (optional) calculates per-piece landed cost
pieces / units
Actual weight type exact kg or slide
Airlines bill the higher of actual and volumetric weight (L×B×H ÷ 5000). Light bulky cargo almost always bills volumetric.
Goods value sets clearance tier & duty base
₹
≈ ₹50,000
(@ ₹11.85 / RMB)
Custom importer exchange rate (₹ / RMB):
₹
Banks and forex cards typically charge +2.5% to +3% above interbank mid-market.
Clearance tiered by weight: 1–10 kg ₹1,000 · 11–25 kg ₹1,500 · 26–50 kg ₹2,000 · 51–100 kg ₹2,500 · 101+ kg ₹3,000 (value ≥ ₹1L: ₹3,000).
Delivery zone
Estimated landed cost
~8 working days
China · Economy · Personal
30 kg
actual weight
Billed weight after slab rounding.
Spot quote required
✈️ Freight & Handling
Rate / kg all-in, fuel surcharge included
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Base air freight (30 kg)
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Customs clearance Port declaration & filing
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Terminal handling Ops & terminal handling
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Warehouse charges Consolidation & staging
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Zone / forwarding Domestic surcharge
₹—
Freight & services (excl. GST)
₹— / kg
₹—
GST 18% on freight & services
ITC 100% ℹ️
100% ITC Eligible: Claim this full 18% GST back as Input Tax Credit against your domestic GST liability (for GST-registered businesses).
₹—
Total shipping / freight (incl. 18% GST)
₹— / kg
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🏛️ Customs Duties & Taxes (ICEGATE)
Basic customs duty (BCD) BCD on CIF
₹—
Social welfare surcharge (SWS) 10% of BCD
₹—
Integrated GST (IGST @ 18%) 18% on duty-paid value
ITC 100% ℹ️
100% ITC Eligible: Import IGST paid on Bill of Entry is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit in GSTR-2B/3B (for IEC + GST registered businesses).
₹—
Total customs duties & taxes
BCD + SWS + IGST on Bill of Entry
₹—
📦 Goods Value
Goods value what you pay the supplier in China
₹—
Total landed cost
₹—
₹— / kg landed, excluding goods
Shipping + duties ₹— · goods ₹—
⭐ TOTAL LANDED COST PER PIECE
for 500 pcs
₹—
per piece complete landed cost to your doorstep in India
Factory Price
₹—
+
Shipping & Duty
₹—
=
Total Landed / Pc
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BCD (indicative)
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SWS 10% of BCD
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IGST 18%
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Clearance fee
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✈️ Commercial Trade Corridors
Direct Hubs & City Delivery Timelines
Consolidated freight from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Yiwu cleared through major Indian customs ports and trucked door-to-door to your destination warehouse.
🏛️ Delhi NCR & North
DEL / TKD
✈️ Air Express Cargo
3–5 Days
🚢 Sea LCL (Mundra/ICD)
18–22 Days
Direct air dispatch into IGI Delhi Air Cargo (DEL) + ICD Tughlakabad / Patparganj rail link.
🌊 Mumbai & Pune
BOM / JNPT
✈️ Air Express Cargo
4–6 Days
🚢 Sea LCL (Nhava Sheva)
16–20 Days
Sahar Air Cargo Complex (BOM) & Nhava Sheva (JNPT) container terminal customs clearance.
⚡ Bangalore & Chennai
BLR / MAA
✈️ Air Express Cargo
4–6 Days
🚢 Sea LCL (Chennai Port)
19–24 Days
Kempegowda (BLR4) Air Courier Terminal & Chennai Sea Port with dedicated South India delivery.
🏭 Kolkata & East
CCU / HAL
✈️ Air Express Cargo
5–7 Days
🚢 Sea LCL (Kolkata Port)
20–25 Days
Netaji Subhash (CCU) Air Cargo & Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port for eastern manufacturing hubs.
🏛️ Indian Customs EDI System (ICEGATE)
Official Bill of Entry (BoE) Sample & Duty Blueprint
Every legal shipment from China to India is assessed on an official Bill of Entry. Here is the exact, sanitized anatomy of a live cleared CBE-XIV document showing how customs valuation and taxes work.
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Form Regular Bill of Entry - XIV (CBE-XIV)
Courier Bill of Entry for Home Consumption · CBIC Indian Customs EDI
Status: OOC ISSUED (Customs Cleared)
📍 [1] Header & Logistics
CBE Number:
CBEXIV_BLR_2025-2026_0419_10047
Port of Import:
INBLR4 (Bangalore Air Cargo)
Airline & Flight:
Malindo Air · OD 0241
Courier Reg:
AABC********BLR
Clearance Date:
04/12/2025 · 18:30 IST
🏢 [2] Importer & Supplier
Importer (Consignee):
ABC COMPANY, MUMBAI (MH)
IEC Code:
***********
GSTIN:
****************
Consignor (Supplier):
HONGKONG INTL HOLDINGS LTD
Country of Origin:
China (Shenzhen Hub)
💵 [3] Valuation & CIF Additions
Invoice Value:
$2,915.37 USD (FOB)
Customs ROE:
₹89.50 / USD
Base FOB in INR:
₹2,60,925.62
Customs Freight (20%):
+₹52,185.12
Insurance (1.125%):
+₹2,935.41
Total Assessable (CIF):
₹3,13,209.74
📦 [4] Line Item Assessment & Customs Duty Breakdown
CTSH / HSN: 7117.19.90 · Artificial Jewelry (Alloy Made) · 1,721 PCS (142.1 KG)
| Duty Head | Rate % / Basis | Calculation Rule | Taxable Base (INR) | Duty Amount (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCD Basic Customs Duty | 25.0% Ad-valorem | 25% of Assessable Value (CIF) | ₹3,13,209.74 | ₹85,260.00 |
| SWS Social Welfare Surcharge | 10.0% on BCD | 10% of ₹85,260.00 BCD | ₹85,260.00 | ₹8,526.00 |
| AIDC Agri Infrastructure Cess | 0.0% (Nil) | Not applicable for this HSN | ₹0.00 | ₹0.00 |
| IGST Integrated Goods & Services Tax | 3.0% (Jewelry) | 3% on Duty-Paid Value (AV + BCD + SWS) | ₹4,06,995.74 | ₹12,210.00 (100% ITC Claimable) |
🏛️ Total Customs Duty Payable on Bill of Entry:
₹1,05,996.00
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Assessable Value (CIF) Formula
Customs levies duty on Assessable Value = FOB + 20% Freight + 1.125% Insurance. Landing charges are ₹0.
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SWS (Social Welfare Surcharge)
SWS is always calculated as 10% of BCD amount (not of the entire invoice value).
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IGST Base & 100% ITC
IGST is calculated on (CIF + BCD + SWS). GST registered businesses can claim 100% of IGST back as input tax credit.
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Out of Charge (OOC) Gatepass
Once duty is electronically paid on ICEGATE, Customs issues OOC for direct handover to domestic logistics.
📘 2026 CBIC Customs Tariff Schedule
Official India Customs Duty Rates by Product
Curated breakdown of 8-digit HSN classifications, statutory Basic Customs Duty (BCD), SWS, and IGST tiers for high-volume China-to-India import goods. Click any product to simulate live door-to-door landed costs.
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Smartphones (iPhone & Android)
CTSH / HSN:
8517.13.00
Smartphones for cellular networks
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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Personal imports cannot claim IGST credit; GST registered businesses can claim the full 18% IGST back as ITC in GSTR-3B.
Worked Example · CIF ₹85,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹85,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹17,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,700 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹18,666 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹37,366 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹1,22,366 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹18,666) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Laptops & Notebook Computers
CTSH / HSN:
8471.30.10
Personal computers (laptops, MacBook, PCs)
BCD
0%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
18.00%
All-in on CIF
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Under the WTO ITA-1 agreement, laptops enjoy 0% Basic Customs Duty. Only 18% IGST is payable, which is 100% ITC claimable.
Worked Example · CIF ₹90,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹90,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 0%) | ₹0 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹0 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹16,200 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹16,200 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹1,06,200 |
Effective statutory duty: 18.00%. All IGST (₹16,200) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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PlayStation & Gaming Consoles
CTSH / HSN:
9504.50.00
Video game consoles and gaming machines
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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Consoles with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth require WPC ETA clearance. Power adapters require standard BIS registration.
Worked Example · CIF ₹45,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹45,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹9,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹900 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹9,882 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹19,782 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹64,782 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹9,882) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Smartwatches & Fitness Trackers
CTSH / HSN:
8517.62.90
Smart watches & wearable Bluetooth devices
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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Li-ion battery requires MSDS and UN38.3 test report. WPC ETA is required for Bluetooth transmission.
Worked Example · CIF ₹75,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹75,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹15,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,500 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹16,470 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹32,970 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹1,07,970 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹16,470) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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TWS Wireless Earbuds & Audio
CTSH / HSN:
8518.30.00
Headphones, earphones & combined wireless sets
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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TWS charging cases contain lithium cells and route via specialized HK consolidation lanes with DG paperwork.
Worked Example · CIF ₹60,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹60,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹12,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,200 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹13,176 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹26,376 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹86,376 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹13,176) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Fashion & Imitation Jewellery
CTSH / HSN:
7117.19.90
Imitation jewellery of base metal (Alloy/Brass)
BCD
25%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
3%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
31.33%
All-in on CIF
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Indian Customs applies compound duty: 25% BCD OR ₹600/kg, whichever is higher, plus 10% SWS and concessional 3% IGST.
Worked Example · CIF ₹50,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹50,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 25% or ₹600/kg) | ₹18,000 (₹600/kg × 30kg) |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,800 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 3% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹2,094 (3% rate) |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹21,894 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹71,894 |
Effective statutory duty: 31.33% (or compound ₹600/kg floor on lower-value CIF). All IGST (₹2,094 (3% rate)) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Gold Bullion & Semi-Manufactured
CTSH / HSN:
7108.13.00
Gold in other semi-manufactured forms
BCD
15%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
3%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
19.99%
All-in on CIF
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Commercial gold import is restricted to nominated agencies and valid advance authorisation holders.
Worked Example · CIF ₹6,00,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹6,00,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 15%) | ₹90,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹9,000 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 3% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹20,970 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹1,19,970 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹7,19,970 |
Effective statutory duty: 19.99%. All IGST (₹20,970) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Designer Sunglasses & Eyewear
CTSH / HSN:
9004.10.00
Sunglasses with corrective or non-corrective lenses
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
💡
Pre-packaged sunglasses boxes require mandatory LMPC MRP declaration labels prior to customs release.
Worked Example · CIF ₹40,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹40,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹8,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹800 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹8,784 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹17,584 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹57,584 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹8,784) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Handbags, Purses & Wallets
CTSH / HSN:
4202.22.90
Handbags with outer surface of plastic sheeting or textile
BCD
15%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
37.47%
All-in on CIF
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PU leather and canvas bags clear under standard general merchandise with fast air consolidation.
Worked Example · CIF ₹60,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹60,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 15%) | ₹9,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹900 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹12,582 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹22,482 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹82,482 |
Effective statutory duty: 37.47%. All IGST (₹12,582) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Wrist Watches (Quartz / Analog)
CTSH / HSN:
9102.29.00
Wrist-watches, battery or mechanical, other
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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Standard button cells inside quartz watches do not require full dangerous goods declaration under current IATA PI967 provisions.
Worked Example · CIF ₹50,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹50,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹10,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,000 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹10,980 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹21,980 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹71,980 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹10,980) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
☀️
Solar Panels & PV Modules
CTSH / HSN:
8541.43.00
Photovoltaic cells assembled in modules or panels
BCD
40%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
69.92%
All-in on CIF
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Solar modules attract 40% BCD to encourage domestic manufacturing. Must be on MNRE ALMM list for government-connected projects.
Worked Example · CIF ₹1,50,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹1,50,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 40%) | ₹60,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹6,000 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹38,880 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹1,04,880 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹2,54,880 |
Effective statutory duty: 69.92%. All IGST (₹38,880) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Photographic Cameras & DSLRs
CTSH / HSN:
9006.10.00
Photographic cameras, flash apparatus and parts
BCD
10%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
30.98%
All-in on CIF
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Standalone photographic cameras enjoy a low 10% BCD, making commercial import highly viable for studio and retail distributors.
Worked Example · CIF ₹1,20,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹1,20,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 10%) | ₹12,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,200 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹23,976 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹37,176 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹1,57,176 |
Effective statutory duty: 30.98%. All IGST (₹23,976) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Cosmetics, Makeup & Skincare
CTSH / HSN:
3304.99.90
Beauty, make-up & skin-care preparations (other)
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
28%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
56.16%
All-in on CIF
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All imported cosmetics must hold valid CDSCO import registration (Form 42). Unregistered cosmetics are held at customs.
Worked Example · CIF ₹70,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹70,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹14,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,400 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 28% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹23,912 (28% rate) |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹39,312 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹1,09,312 |
Effective statutory duty: 56.16%. All IGST (₹23,912 (28% rate)) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Luxury Perfumes & Fragrances
CTSH / HSN:
3303.00.10
Perfumes containing spirit / alcohol
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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Alcohol-based perfumes require special hazardous cargo handling (Class 3 Flammable Liquid) with shipper MSDS.
Worked Example · CIF ₹55,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹55,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹11,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,100 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹12,078 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹24,178 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹79,178 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹12,078) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Smart TVs & 4K Displays
CTSH / HSN:
8528.72.19
LCD/LED television sets, colour, smart displays
BCD
15%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
28%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
49.12%
All-in on CIF
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Color televisions attract the luxury 28% IGST tier and require mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification.
Worked Example · CIF ₹65,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹65,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 15%) | ₹9,750 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹975 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 28% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹21,203 (28% rate) |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹31,928 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹96,928 |
Effective statutory duty: 49.12%. All IGST (₹21,203 (28% rate)) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Inverter Air Conditioners
CTSH / HSN:
8415.81.10
Split ACs with refrigerating unit and reversing valve
BCD
7.5%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
28%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
38.56%
All-in on CIF
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Import of ACs with refrigerants is restricted under DGFT policy. Must comply with BEE energy star ratings.
Worked Example · CIF ₹45,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹45,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 7.5%) | ₹3,375 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹338 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 28% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹13,640 (28% rate) |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹17,353 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹62,353 |
Effective statutory duty: 38.56%. All IGST (₹13,640 (28% rate)) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Automatic Washing Machines
CTSH / HSN:
8450.11.00
Fully-automatic laundry machines, capacity ≤ 10 kg
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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BEE energy consumption labels and mandatory safety certifications apply for commercial retail distribution in India.
Worked Example · CIF ₹35,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹35,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹7,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹700 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹7,686 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹15,386 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹50,386 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹7,686) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Household Refrigerator / Freezers
CTSH / HSN:
8418.21.00
Household compression-type refrigerators
BCD
20%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
43.96%
All-in on CIF
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Requires Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) non-CFC certification and BEE Star energy efficiency compliance.
Worked Example · CIF ₹40,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹40,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 20%) | ₹8,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹800 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹8,784 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹17,584 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹57,584 |
Effective statutory duty: 43.96%. All IGST (₹8,784) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Phone Cases & Protective Covers
CTSH / HSN:
3926.90.99
Other articles of plastics (TPU / Silicone covers)
BCD
15%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
37.47%
All-in on CIF
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One of the most popular 1688/Yiwu sourcing categories. Low tariff, no complex BIS licenses, rapid customs turnaround.
Worked Example · CIF ₹35,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹35,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 15%) | ₹5,250 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹525 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹7,339 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹13,114 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹48,114 |
Effective statutory duty: 37.47%. All IGST (₹7,339) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Artisanal Chocolates & Sweets
CTSH / HSN:
1806.90.10
Chocolate and chocolate confectionery products
BCD
30%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
18%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
56.94%
All-in on CIF
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FSSAI import clearance and temperature-controlled cold chain logistics are mandatory for confectionery imports.
Worked Example · CIF ₹50,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹50,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 30%) | ₹15,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,500 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 18% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹11,970 |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹28,470 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹78,470 |
Effective statutory duty: 56.94%. All IGST (₹11,970) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.
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Specialty Roasted Coffee Beans
CTSH / HSN:
0901.11.11
Coffee beans, roasted, Arabica / Robusta (A grade)
BCD
30%
Basic Customs
SWS
10%
10% of BCD
IGST
5%
100% ITC Eligible
Effective
39.65%
All-in on CIF
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Coffee enjoys a concessional 5% IGST rate in India, though BCD is 30% to protect domestic growers in Karnataka and Kerala.
Worked Example · CIF ₹45,000
| Assessable CIF Value (Goods + Freight) | ₹45,000 |
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD @ 30%) | ₹13,500 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS @ 10% on BCD) | ₹1,350 |
| Integrated GST (IGST @ 5% on CIF + BCD + SWS) | ₹2,992 (5% rate) |
| Total Customs Duty Payable | ₹17,842 |
| Total Landed Cost in India | ₹62,842 |
Effective statutory duty: 39.65%. All IGST (₹2,992 (5% rate)) is 100% claimable as Input Tax Credit by GST-registered importers.