Import duty on Frames and forks for mechanically propelled cycles (HS 87142010) from the UAE to India
HS 87142010 · UAE to India · PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF VEHICLES OF HEADINGS 8711 TO 8
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 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹0 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge | ₹10,000 | ₹0 |
| IGST | ₹1,99,800 | ₹1,80,000 |
| Total duty | ₹3,09,800 | ₹1,80,000 |
CEPA duty saving on this example: ₹1,29,800 . Run your own numbers in the import-duty estimator.
What drives the rate
Importing frames and forks for mechanically propelled cycles (HS 87142010) from the UAE to India attracts a standard MFN basic customs duty of 10%. 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 ₹3,09,800 at the MFN rate to ₹1,80,000 with CEPA — a saving of ₹1,29,800 per shipment. Bicycle frames and forks feed India's cycle manufacturing and the growing premium and e-bike segments. CEPA removes the 10% basic duty. The 45% regional-value-content rule tests where the tubing was formed and the frame welded and finished — painting imported frames in the UAE will not qualify. Premium buyers specify material and geometry tightly, so technical documentation usually exists already; pair it with the origin declaration. Confirm whether the frame is classified here or under the complete-cycle heading, since the duty treatment differs materially. 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 87142010 on ICEGATE or CBIC before filing.
Import compliance & clearances
Beyond duty, importing frames and forks for mechanically propelled cycles (HS 87142010) 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 frames and forks for mechanically propelled cycles from the UAE to India?
- The standard MFN basic customs duty is 10%; 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 frames and forks for mechanically propelled cycles?
- On a CIF value of ₹10,00,000, total duty falls from ₹3,09,800 (MFN) to ₹1,80,000 (CEPA) — about ₹1,29,800 saved per shipment, scaling with consignment value.
- What do I need to claim the CEPA rate on frames and forks for mechanically propelled cycles?
- A valid preferential Certificate of Origin (eCoO 2.0) proving UAE origin under the Rules of Origin. Without it, customs charges the 10% MFN rate.