Japan is a significant market for Indian agricultural exports, with a diverse range of products entering the Japanese market.
India's agricultural exports to Japan have been on an upward trajectory, with a 21.12% increase in the fiscal year 2025-26. Efforts are underway to balance the trade by boosting exports, aiming to reduce the existing trade deficit.
China competes with India in exporting frozen vegetables to Japan, often offering lower prices due to economies of scale.
Thailand exports a variety of vegetables to Japan, with a focus on quality and consistency, posing competition to Indian exports.
| HS code | Product | Duty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0703 | Vegetables, leguminous, shelled, dried | 5% | Subject to a 5% tariff under the Japan-India Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). |
| 0710 | Vegetables (raw or cooked by steam), frozen | 10% | Tariff reduced to 10% under the Japan-India EPA. |
| 0712 | Vegetables, dried, whole, cut, but not further prepared | 8% | Tariff reduced to 8% under the Japan-India EPA. |
| 0713 | Vegetables, temporarily preserved, not edible | 6% | Tariff reduced to 6% under the Japan-India EPA. |
Issued by India's Department of Agriculture, certifies that the produce is free from pests and diseases.
Certifies that the produce has been fumigated to eliminate pests.
Issued by the Chamber of Commerce, certifies the origin of the goods.
Details the contents, packaging, and weight of the shipment.
Sea freight is the most common mode of transport, with transit times ranging from 7 to 10 days.
| Product | India mandi rate | Japan landed price | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frozen Vegetables | $1,200/ton | $1,800/ton | $600/ton |
| Dried Leguminous Vegetables | $1,000/ton | $1,500/ton | $500/ton |
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