Customs & Duties
China Import Duty & Tax Calculator
Understand your tax obligations before wiring money. This dedicated tax estimator breaks down the multi-tiered Indian customs duty formula across BCD, SWS, and IGST for different product categories.
China Import Duty & Tax Calculator
Interactive 2026 ModelBasic Customs Duty
₹50,000
SWS (10% on BCD)
₹5,000
IGST (100% ITC Credit)
₹99,900
Total Customs Duties
₹1,54,900
Effective Duty: 31.0%Calculation Logic & Valuation Rules
- •Assessable Base = CIF Value in INR
- •BCD Amount = Assessable Base × BCD %
- •SWS Amount = BCD Amount × 10%
- •IGST Base = Assessable Base + BCD + SWS
- •Total Duties = BCD + SWS + IGST
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS)?
SWS is an additional 10% levy charged on the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) component, not on the total product value.
What are typical BCD rates for common Chinese imports?
Industrial machinery is typically 7.5%, consumer electronics range from 10% to 20%, and toys/lifestyle products attract higher tariffs (up to 70%).