Transit times, duty rates, documentation checklist, and PGA requirements for Shanghai — machinery, auto parts, chemicals, textiles to India. Clearance at JNPT Nhava Sheva or Mundra Port.
Shanghai is a major export hub for industrial machinery, auto components, chemicals, textiles, medical equipment. Shanghai Port (Yangshan Deep Water Port) is the world's busiest container port.
Aurum Global Logistic handles customs clearance for Shanghai-origin goods at JNPT Nhava Sheva or Mundra Port. We classify at full 8-digit ITC-HS, manage all PGA approvals, and file the Bill of Entry before your vessel berths.
Must include HS code (6-digit minimum), unit price, total CIF value, and detailed product description. Vague descriptions like "parts" trigger examination.
Gross/net weights, dimensions, number of packages. Must match the B/L exactly. Discrepancies lead to physical examination.
Original or express release B/L. Required for customs clearance. Negotiate with your supplier on terms — CIF or FOB affects duty valuation.
Your Importer Exporter Code and GSTIN are mandatory for every import. Ensure both are current and match your legal entity name.
BIS, FSSAI, WPC, CDSCO, BEE — depending on your product. Apply for these 6–12 weeks before your first shipment. Aurum coordinates this.
Required only if claiming FTA preferential rates. India has no FTA with China — MFN rates apply. No CAROTAR needed for standard China imports.
14–20 days to JNPT; 18–24 days to Mundra. Add 5–10 days for customs clearance at the Indian port.
JNPT Nhava Sheva or Mundra Port is typically most efficient. The right port depends on your final destination city and the nature of your goods.
Commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading, IEC, GST registration, CAROTAR Form I (if claiming FTA preference under India-China bilateral rates), and any PGA approvals (BIS, FSSAI, WPC etc. depending on product).
No. India does not have a bilateral FTA with China. MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rates apply. Some goods attract additional safeguard or anti-dumping duties. Verify with your customs broker before ordering.
Tell us the commodity, the origin port and the destination ICD — we'll come back with a duty estimate and clearance plan.
