Import from China to Indore

Indore is MP's commercial capital and an emerging industrial hub. Pithampur, India's "Detroit" (25 km from Indore), hosts 200+ auto manufacturing units and a growing pharma cluster. ICD Pithampur provides direct customs clearance connected by road and rail to Mundra Port.

⏱️ 22–28 days sea (via Mundra + rail), 5–7 days air via Mumbai/Delhi ⚓ ICD Indore 🏭 Automobiles & Auto Parts

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Pithampur ICD connects to Mundra via NH 47 (road, 4 hrs) or via DFCC rail for longer hauls. Mundra is generally recommended over JNPT for Indore importers due to shorter distance.

⚓ Customs Infrastructure — Indore, Madhya Pradesh

⚓ Port / ICD: ICD Indore (Pithampur)

✈️ Airport: Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR)

Inland Container Depots (ICDs)

🏭ICD Pithampur (near Indore)
🏭CFS Indore

Sea Transit from China

22–28 days sea (via Mundra + rail), 5–7 days air via Mumbai/Delhi

Customs Zone

Madhya Pradesh Customs Zone

Key Industries & Top China Imports — Indore

Industries

›Automobiles & Auto Parts
›Pharmaceuticals
›Chemicals
›Food Processing
›Engineering Goods

Free Calculators for Indore Importers

India IGST, BCD, and landed cost — all free, no sign-up required

Sea Freight Cost Calculator China to India

Use our sea freight cost calculator china to india to calculate sea freight costs from China to Indian ports. 2026 LCL and FCL rates to Mumbai/JNPT, Chennai, Mundra, Kolkata, and Kochi with transit times.

India Import Duty Calculator — China to India Customs Costs

Use our india import duty calculator to calculate indian customs duty (BCD), IGST, Social Welfare Surcharge, and total import cost for goods shipped from China to India.

India IGST Import Calculator — China to India Tax & Duty Cost

Use our india igst import calculator to calculate iGST, Basic Customs Duty, and Social Welfare Surcharge on goods imported from China to India. Shows recoverable IGST for GST-registered importers.

Landed Cost Calculator — Total China Import Cost Per Unit

Use our landed cost calculator to calculate the true landed cost per unit for China imports. Includes FOB, freight, insurance, duties, MPF, broker fees, and local delivery in one calculation.

📋 India Import Duty Quick Reference

Duty Basis

CIF Value (in INR)

BCD Range

0% – 20%

IGST Rates

5% / 12% / 18% / 28%

SWS

10% of BCD

De Minimis

₹1 (essentially nil)

IGST Recoverable?

Yes — for GST-registered

IGST formula: IGST Base = CIF + BCD + SWS. IGST = Base × IGST Rate. GST-registered importers recover IGST as Input Tax Credit.

Frequently Asked Questions — Importing from China to Indore

Which port is most cost-effective for Indore importers bringing goods from China? +

Mundra Port is recommended for most Indore/Pithampur importers due to the shorter road distance (approx. 800 km vs. 1,100 km to JNPT). Mundra's frequent China services and competitive rates make it the go-to choice. ICD Pithampur's rail connection to Mundra is an efficient option for FCL cargo.

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