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Exporting to China

East Asia

China is a significant market for Indian agricultural exports, with a diverse range of products being traded.

Data updated Jul 18, 2026 · 2 min read
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$14.9BAnnual agri-import value (from India)
+9.7%Year-over-year growth

Market outlook

In 2025, India's exports to China increased by $5.5 billion, marking a 9.7% rise over the previous year. This growth indicates a positive trend in agricultural exports, driven by products like crabs, prawns, capsicum, and jojoba oil.

Top imported products

Fish and crustaceans, molluscs, and other aquatic invertebrates
6%
Vegetables, leguminous, shelled, dried
5%
Mineral fuels, mineral oils, and products of their distillation
4%
Organic chemicals
4%
Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances
3%

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Tariffs & duties

HS codeProductDutyNotes
0302Fish, fresh or chilled0%Tariff-free access for fresh fish imports into China.
0713Dried vegetables10%Standard duty applied to dried vegetables; may vary based on specific product.
0904Black tea15%Higher duty on tea imports; affects pricing competitiveness.
1006Rice, semi-milled or wholly milled5%Moderate duty on rice; impacts cost for exporters.
1207Oilseeds, sunflower seeds9%Import duty on sunflower seeds; affects market pricing.
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Required documents & certifications

Phytosanitary CertificateRequired

Issued by the exporting country's agriculture department; certifies that the product is free from pests and diseases.

Certificate of OriginRequired

Issued by a recognized authority; confirms the product's country of origin.

Import LicenseRequired

Issued by Chinese authorities; grants permission for the import of specific goods.

Quality Inspection CertificateRequired

Issued by Chinese inspection agencies; ensures the product meets Chinese quality standards.

Packing ListRequired

Details the contents of the shipment; used for customs clearance.

Logistics & shipping

Typical transit time
7-14 days
Common route
Sea freight from major Indian ports to Chinese ports
Destination port
Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen
Avg. freight cost
$500-$1,000 per 20-foot container

Sea freight is the most common and cost-effective method for shipping agricultural products from India to China.

Mandi price vs. landed price

ProductIndia mandi rateChina landed priceMargin
Fish and crustaceans$2.00/kg$3.00/kg$1.00/kg
Dried vegetables$1.50/kg$2.00/kg$0.50/kg
Black tea$5.00/kg$6.00/kg$1.00/kg

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