What India buys from China
India's main imports from China: electrical/electronic equipment (US$56.98 bn), machinery (US$31.51 bn), organic chemicals/apis (US$11.51 bn), plastics (US$6.83 bn), precious metals/diamonds (US$5.14 bn) (calendar 2025, UN Comtrade).
Indian import requirements
| Requirement | Authority | Document |
|---|---|---|
| Importer-Exporter Code; GST; ICEGATE | DGFT / GSTN / CBIC | IEC; GSTIN; ICEGATE DSC registration |
| Import policy classification | DGFT | ITC(HS) policy: Free/Restricted/Prohibited/STE; import authorisation if Restricted |
| Customs declaration & duty | CBIC / ICEGATE | Bill of Entry; BCD + AIDC + SWS(10% of BCD) + IGST |
| Compulsory Registration Scheme | BIS | CRS registration (Scheme-II) per model/factory |
| Import permit before shipment | DPPQS (Plant Quarantine) | Import permit PQ-01/PQ-02; PSC with additional declarations |
| Trusted trader status | CBIC | AEO-T1/T2/T3/LO |
Policy watch
As of 2026-11: bare passive components are 'Free' under ITC(HS) and are not, to our knowledge, covered by a BIS QCO or the CRS scheme (CRS applies to finished electronics such as adapters, LED products and batteries). Duty = BCD + SWS + IGST per the CBIC tariff; check the ICEGATE calculator for the 8-digit line and for any anti-dumping duty by origin. Sources: research/02-indian-imports.md; https://www.crsbis.in/BIS/; https://www.icegate.gov.in (status: ASSUMPTION for QCO non-coverage — confirm on the BIS list).
Frequently asked questions
How do I import passive electronic components from China to India?
Place the order with a verified China supplier, ship to an Indian port or ICD, and clear customs with an IEC and Importer-Exporter Code; GST; ICEGATE and Import policy classification. We manage supplier checks, shipment and clearance for you.
Is there a trade agreement between India and China?
No FTA. Both are in the Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement (APTA) — limited tariff concessions; India restricts FDI (Press Note 3) and applies many QCOs/anti-dumping duties [S7 — not mentioned; S9]
Where in China is passive electronic components made?
Main hubs: Shenzhen, Dongguan, Suzhou. Largest volume source; broad range from commodity MLCC/resistors to power inductors; mix of domestic Chinese makers and plants of Japanese/Taiwanese brands.
What HS code is used for importing passive electronic components into India?
Usually HS 8532; confirm the 8-digit Indian tariff line and current duty on CBIC/ICEGATE with your customs broker.
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