Import duty on Luggage & suitcases to India (2026)
HS 42021210 · Source: official India tariff schedule · Updated 2026-06-09
TL;DR
Luggage & suitcases classify under HS 42021210 in India. Import duty 15. On a $1,000 FOB shipment, total taxes due at import ≈ $377 (effective rate ≈ 37.47%).
Tax breakdown at import
Sample shipment FOB $1,000, origin = China (duty basis: CIF)
| Tax | Rate | Amount (USD) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Customs Duty | 15 | $150.75 | |
| Social Welfare Surcharge | 1.5 | $15.08 | = 10% of BCD |
| IGST | 18 | $210.75 | |
| Total taxes at import | 37.47% | $376.58 | as % of CIF |
India de minimis
No de minimis (taxed from the first rupee)
No general de minimis; personal baggage allowance ₹50,000 (not commercial)
Every shipment bears duty + IGST (often >30% combined) — no de minimis.
As of 2026-06 · See 13-country de minimis tracker
Full schedule
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