Import duty on Wiper motors (output not exceeding 37.5 W) (HS 85011013) from the UAE to India
HS 85011013 · UAE to India · ELECTRIC MOTORS AND GENERATORS
Data last updated: · MFN duty & IGST verified against ICEGATE (Indian Customs EDI). CEPA preferential rate per the India–UAE CEPA schedule. Verify your exact HS line before filing.
Duty breakdown on a ₹10,00,000 shipment
| Component | Standard (MFN) | CEPA |
|---|---|---|
| Basic customs duty | ₹1,50,000 | ₹0 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge | ₹15,000 | ₹0 |
| IGST | ₹2,09,700 | ₹1,80,000 |
| Total duty | ₹3,74,700 | ₹1,80,000 |
CEPA duty saving on this example: ₹1,94,700 . Run your own numbers in the import-duty estimator.
What drives the rate
Importing wiper motors (output not exceeding 37.5 w) (HS 85011013) from the UAE to India attracts a standard MFN basic customs duty of 15%. Under the India–UAE CEPA the preferential basic customs duty is 0%. On a sample assessable value of ₹10,00,000, total duty falls from ₹3,74,700 at the MFN rate to ₹1,80,000 with CEPA — a saving of ₹1,94,700 per shipment. Wiper motors are a steady automotive-aftermarket and OEM line, and the India-UAE auto-parts trade makes this a meaningful corridor. Removing the 15% basic duty sharpens the position of importers supplying assembly lines and the replacement market alike. As with all small motors here, the 40% regional-value-content rule is the real hurdle — many wiper motors are built from imported cores, so genuine UAE content must be demonstrated. Pair the CEPA claim with the parts documentation buyers already keep for warranty, and confirm the exact Annex 3B line before filing. Social Welfare Surcharge adds 10% on the basic duty and 18% IGST applies on top — though IGST is recoverable as input tax credit, so the lasting benefit is the basic-duty saving. Always confirm the live rate for HS 85011013 on ICEGATE or CBIC before filing.
Import compliance & clearances
Beyond duty, importing wiper motors (output not exceeding 37.5 w) (HS 85011013) into India requires the following regulatory clearances. The CEPA preferential rate does not waive any of these — they apply regardless of origin.
- DGFT Valid IEC (Importer-Exporter Code) required; ITC(HS) import policy: Free source ↗
Indicative and non-exhaustive — verify the current DGFT / BIS / FSSAI / CDSCO notification for your exact 8-digit HS line before importing. Not customs or legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the import duty on wiper motors (output not exceeding 37.5 w) from the UAE to India?
- The standard MFN basic customs duty is 15%; under India–UAE CEPA the preferential rate is 0%. SWS adds 10% on the basic duty and 18% IGST applies on the CIF + BCD + SWS base.
- How much can CEPA save on wiper motors (output not exceeding 37.5 w)?
- On a CIF value of ₹10,00,000, total duty falls from ₹3,74,700 (MFN) to ₹1,80,000 (CEPA) — about ₹1,94,700 saved per shipment, scaling with consignment value.
- What do I need to claim the CEPA rate on wiper motors (output not exceeding 37.5 w)?
- A valid preferential Certificate of Origin (eCoO 2.0) proving UAE origin under the Rules of Origin. Without it, customs charges the 15% MFN rate.