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India Import Duty Rate for Solar Panels & PV Modules
HS 8541.40 · Photovoltaic cells and modules
India MFN Import Duty Rate
Live40%
on CIF value
ALMM (Approved Models and Manufacturers) list compliance required. 40% BCD to promote domestic manufacturing.
How duty is calculated
1
CIF value
Product cost + international freight + insurance
2
Import duty (40%)
Applied to CIF value. EU, UK, and most countries use CIF.
3
IGST (18%)
Applied to CIF value + duty. Collected at customs.
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Quick facts
HS Code8541.40
Duty basisCIF
IGST18%
Tariff systemIndian Customs Tariff (ITC–HS)
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