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Import to India: sourcing agents & customs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What documents are required to import commercial goods into India?
To legally import commercial cargo into India, you need: 1) An active Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT, 2) GST registration, 3) AD Code (Authorized Dealer Code) registered with customs, 4) Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading (B/L) or Airway Bill (AWB), and 5) BIS or EPR registration for regulated product categories.
How do sourcing agents in Yiwu or Guangzhou assist Indian importers?
Sourcing agents act as your local representatives in China. They visit factories and wholesale markets, inspect product quality before packing, verify suppliers, negotiate bulk wholesale rates, consolidate multiple orders into one container, and handle export shipping logistics to India.
What is the role of a CHA (Customs House Agent) at Indian ports?
A licensed CHA (Customs Broker) files your Bill of Entry on the ICEGATE portal, determines correct Harmonized System (HS) codes, calculates applicable Basic Customs Duty (BCD), IGST, and social welfare surcharges, and represents your company during container inspection and cargo clearance.
Which electronics imported from China require BIS certification in India?
Under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), electronics including smartwatches, wireless Bluetooth earbuds, power banks, battery chargers, LED bulbs, and laptops must possess valid BIS registration before Indian customs permits clearance.