Import Landed Cost Calculator

Duty structures follow the current CBIC customs tariff (BCD, 10% Social Welfare Surcharge, IGST). Verify rates for your HS code.

Estimate the true landed cost of your import — CIF value converted to INR, Basic Customs Duty, 10% Social Welfare Surcharge, IGST and other charges — with per-unit cost for accurate pricing. Free for Indian importers.

Import Details

Enter the CIF value, exchange rate and duty rates to compute landed cost.

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Landed Cost Breakdown

Indicative duty and landed cost calculation (SWS fixed at 10% of BCD).

Understanding Import Duty Components

For most imports into India, duty is charged as: Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on the assessable value (CIF in INR), a Social Welfare Surcharge of 10% of the BCD, and IGST on the value plus BCD plus SWS. FTA-origin goods may attract lower or zero BCD under Certificate of Origin claims.

This calculator gives you a reliable estimate for pricing and cash-flow planning. For actual filing, use the ICEGATE Bill of Entry flow, where the duty is computed at the notified rate for your HS code.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the CIF value?
CIF = Cost + Insurance + Freight, i.e. the full price paid to bring the goods to the Indian port. The assessable value is the CIF converted to INR at the notified exchange rate.
Is the Social Welfare Surcharge always 10% of BCD?
Yes, SWS is generally levied at 10% of the BCD payable, though certain exemptions and tariff lines differ. This calculator uses the standard 10%.
Can IGST on imports be claimed as input credit?
Yes — IGST paid at import is available as input tax credit to a registered importer under GST, subject to the usual conditions. BCD and SWS are generally not creditable.
What does landed cost include?
Assessable value, Basic Customs Duty, the 10% Social Welfare Surcharge and IGST — giving you the per-unit landed cost and duty share for pricing decisions.
Are the duty rates official?
Rates follow current CBIC customs tariff structures. Duty rates can change with the budget, so verify the applicable BCD and IGST rates for your HS code before finalizing prices.
Is the Landed Cost Calculator free to use?
Yes. The Landed Cost Calculator is 100% free for personal and commercial use — no registration, login or payment required.