The duty chain we model
CIF
Goods value + international freight (our door freight line feeding the tax base).
BCD
Basic Customs Duty = CIF × duty%.
SWS
Social welfare surcharge = BCD × 10%.
IGST
IGST 18% on (CIF + BCD + SWS). Plus 18% GST on service/handling lines separately.
Formulas (rate-engine.js)
Category dropdowns seed dutyPct (e.g. general ~10%, accessories ~20%, footwear ~35%, toys ~70%). Override with the duty field when you know a better HS-linked rate.
Clearance fee tiers
Independent of BCD: ₹1,000 clearance when goods value is under ₹1 lakh; ₹3,000 at or above. Ops and zone adds stack on top for the handling total.
What the estimate cannot promise
- Anti-dumping / countervailing duties
- BIS / FSSAI / CDSCO conditions
- CBIC exchange rate on filing day
- Value re-determination by assessing officer
That is why the site labels duty as illustrative while freight from the card is firm. Confirm HS code with us before you lock a large PO.
FAQ
Is BCD always 10%?
What is SWS?
Run the live landed-cost engine for your weight, category, and zone — then hand the estimate to our team on WhatsApp with your product links.