What is Import Duty Calculator?
Import Duty Calculator helps you estimate import duty using assessable value, tariff rates and other levies.
The main result is total estimated duties, with a breakdown of basic duty, SWS and IGST. The formula, example and assumptions below explain how to interpret it.
How to use Import Duty Calculator
Use the example to get familiar with the form, then enter your own figures. Any rates in the example are illustrative. Check the field labels and units before calculating.
- Gather assessable customs value in INR (₹), basic customs duty (%), social welfare surcharge on BCD (%), import IGST (%) and other levies included in IGST base (₹). Use values from the same situation or reporting period.
- Replace the example assessable customs value in INR with your own value, then complete the other fields. Check the displayed units.
- Select Calculate and read total estimated duties with its result breakdown. Change one input and calculate again to compare a second scenario. Reset restores the original example.
- Enter assessable customs value in INR in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted.
- Enter basic customs duty in %, at least 0 and at most 100. Decimals are accepted.
- Enter social welfare surcharge on BCD in %, at least 0 and at most 100. Decimals are accepted.
- Enter import IGST in %, at least 0 and at most 100. Decimals are accepted.
- Enter other levies included in IGST base in ₹, at least 0. Decimals are accepted.
Import Duty Calculator: a worked example
With the inputs below, the result is ₹30,980 (total estimated duties). Follow the example, then replace these illustrative values with your own.
| Input or output | Example value |
|---|---|
| Assessable customs value in INR (₹) | ₹1,00,000 |
| Basic customs duty (%) | 10 % |
| Social welfare surcharge on BCD (%) | 10 % |
| Import IGST (%) | 18 % |
| Other levies included in IGST base (₹) | ₹0 |
| Total estimated duties | ₹30,980 |
| Basic duty | ₹10,000 |
| SWS | ₹1,000 |
| IGST | ₹19,980 |
| Value plus duties | ₹1,30,980 |
Understanding the Import Duty result
Read total estimated duties alongside basic duty, SWS and IGST. These describe different parts of the same calculation.
Displayed results use a readable number of decimal places. When checking a result by hand, keep extra precision until the last step. To compare scenarios, change one input at a time and keep the others fixed.
- Example Basic duty: ₹10,000
- Example SWS: ₹1,000
- Example IGST: ₹19,980
- Example Value plus duties: ₹1,30,980
Import Duty Calculator: assumptions and common mistakes
A useful estimate starts with the right inputs. Check the following assumptions and limits before applying the result to your situation.
- Enter the correct assessable value and tariff rates for the import. Exemptions, anti-dumping duties and other levy-specific bases are not automatically determined.
- Use the rate and eligibility rules that apply to your transaction. An example rate does not establish a tax liability or entitlement.
For wider guidance, visit Income Tax Department. The formula and scope of this specific tool are stated on this page.
