India (CBIC) Duty & Tax Calculator
Calculate official landed costs, MFN tariff duties, VAT/GST sales tax, processing fees, and de minimis thresholds for imports into India (CBIC). Verified July 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions: India (CBIC) Customs Duties
What valuation basis is used to calculate customs duty in India (CBIC)?
Customs duties in India (CBIC) are calculated on a CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) basis. Freight and insurance charges are included in the taxable customs assessment value.
What is the de minimis threshold for duty-free entry into India (CBIC)?
The de minimis threshold in India (CBIC) is ₹10,000 INR. Consignments at or below this value enter duty-free under statutory rules.
What import sales tax or VAT applies in India (CBIC)?
Imports into India (CBIC) incur BCD + 10% SWS + 18% IGST.
How are specific or quantity-based duty rates (e.g. ¥/kg or ¢/kg) calculated?
Specific duty rates are calculated per unit of net physical mass/volume rather than ad-valorem value. For specific duty lines, the calculator multiplies physical quantity by the statutory rate.
What official customs authority publishes duty schedules for India (CBIC)?
Duty schedules for India (CBIC) are published by India ITC-HS 8-Digit Commodity Lines and verified under official 2026 tariff schedules.