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India State Import Guide

Import from China to Karnataka

Karnataka's technology-driven economy makes it one of India's fastest-growing import markets. Bengaluru's electronics manufacturing cluster, aerospace sector, and garment industry all source heavily from China. The ICD Bengaluru near Kempegowda International Airport is a major hub for air cargo customs clearance.

โฑ๏ธ 18โ€“25 days (sea from Shanghai), 4โ€“7 days (air) โš“ New Mangalore ๐Ÿญ IT & Electronics Manufacturing
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Bengaluru is India's top air freight import destination for high-value electronics, semiconductor equipment, and precision machinery from China.

โš“ Ports & Customs Infrastructure โ€” Karnataka

Sea Ports
  • โš“New Mangalore Port
  • โš“Chennai Port (via NH)
International Airports (Air Cargo)
  • โœˆ๏ธBengaluru โ€” Kempegowda International (BLR)
  • โœˆ๏ธMangaluru โ€” Bajpe Airport (IXE)
Inland Container Depots (ICDs)
  • ๐ŸญICD Bengaluru (Whitefield)
  • ๐ŸญICD Bengaluru (Sadahalli near BLR airport)
  • ๐ŸญICD Dharwad
Sea Transit from China
18โ€“25 days (sea from Shanghai), 4โ€“7 days (air)
Customs Zone
Bengaluru Customs Commissionerate (Air Cargo), Mangalore Customs

Key Industries & Top China Imports โ€” Karnataka

Industries
  • โ€บIT & Electronics Manufacturing
  • โ€บAerospace & Defence
  • โ€บGarments & Textiles
  • โ€บMachine Tools & Precision Engineering
  • โ€บPharmaceuticals & Biotech
Top Products from China
  • โ€บElectronic components & PCBs
  • โ€บSemiconductor manufacturing equipment
  • โ€บGarment accessories & trims
  • โ€บCNC machinery & parts
  • โ€บLab equipment & instruments

Free Calculators for Karnataka Importers

India IGST, BCD, and landed cost โ€” 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 โ€” 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 โ€” 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 โ€” 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.

๐Ÿ“‹ India Import Duty Quick Reference

Duty Basis
CIF Value (in INR)
BCD Range
0% โ€“ 20%
IGST Rates
5% / 12% / 18% / 28%
SWS
10% of BCD
De Minimis
โ‚น1 (essentially nil)
IGST Recoverable?
Yes โ€” for GST-registered

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

Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Importing from China to Karnataka

Most electronics importers use ICD Bengaluru (Whitefield or Sadahalli) for customs clearance. Air cargo comes through Kempegowda International Airport's dedicated cargo complex. Sea freight typically routes through Chennai or New Mangalore Port, then ICD. Electronics attract 0โ€“20% BCD + 18% IGST (mostly creditable for B2B buyers).