HS code 8422 covers packaging machinery, filling machines, and labelling equipment. These attract BCD 7.5% and IGST 18%, giving a total effective duty of approximately 28.5%. EPCG is available for exporters, allowing 0% BCD on qualifying imports.
Quick answer: HS code 8422 covers packaging machinery, filling machines, sealing machines, packing/wrapping machinery, and parts thereof. BCD: 7.5%. IGST: 18%. Social Welfare Surcharge: 10% of BCD. Total effective duty: approximately 28.5% on CIF value. EPCG scheme available for export-oriented production.
HS code 8422 covers machines for cleaning, filling, closing, sealing, capsuling, or labelling bottles, cans, boxes, bags, or other containers. 84223000 covers packaging machinery for filling and sealing. 84224000 covers packing and wrapping machinery. 84229090 covers parts of packaging machinery.
Conveyors use HS 8428. Label printers use HS 8443. Printing machinery uses HS 8443. Weighing machinery uses HS 8423. Correct classification between packaging machine (8422) and conveyor (8428) affects duty and EPCG eligibility.
Related resources: find HS codes for other products, EPCG scheme for capital goods.
Total effective duty on CIF value = BCD + SWS (10% of BCD) + IGST on (CIF + BCD + SWS). For HS code 8422, BCD is 7% and IGST is 18%.
| Duty Component | Rate | On ₹2,500,000 CIF (packaging line) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Customs Duty (BCD) | 7% | ₹175,000 |
| Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) | 10% of BCD | ₹17,500 |
| IGST | 18% | ₹484,650 |
| Total Customs Duty | ~27.1% of CIF | ₹677,150 |
Note: Food-grade packaging machinery must meet hygiene standards including SS316 contact surfaces and CE or equivalent food-grade certification.
Packaging machinery used in export-oriented production qualifies for EPCG — import at 0% BCD with commitment to export 6× the duty saved over 6 years. For FMCG companies exporting packaged goods, EPCG significantly reduces the capex cost of packaging lines.
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No mandatory pre-import licence for packaging machinery. EPCG is available for exporters. Food-grade machinery requires hygiene and food-contact material certification.
No mandatory import licence is required for packaging machinery. Standard customs clearance applies with commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, IEC code, and GST registration.
EPCG scheme allows importing packaging machinery at 0% BCD with commitment to export 6× the duty saved over 6 years. For FMCG companies exporting packaged goods, EPCG significantly reduces the capex cost of packaging lines.
Food-grade packaging machinery must meet hygiene standards including SS316 contact surfaces, CE or equivalent food-grade certification. Provide food-contact material certification for customs inspection.
Need help with compliance? check your compliance requirements or read our customs clearance guide.
Typical lead time: 35–50 days for single machines; 50–70 days for multi-machine lines.
Our customs clearance guide explains each step in detail. For Bengaluru-bound cargo, we clear at BLR airport (6–12 hours for green channel air freight) or ICD Whitefield (2–4 days for sea freight).
Packaging and filling machinery (HS 8422) attracts BCD 7.5%, SWS 0.75%, and IGST 18% — total effective duty approximately 28.5% on CIF value. Packaging line components (conveyors, sensors, label applicators) may have different HS codes — describe fully to your CHA.
Yes. Packaging machinery used in export-oriented production qualifies for EPCG — import at 0% BCD with commitment to export 6× the duty saved over 6 years. For FMCG companies exporting packaged goods, EPCG significantly reduces the capex cost of packaging lines.
Germany (Bosch, Krones, Marchesini) and Italy (IMA, Coesia) produce high-precision pharmaceutical packaging machinery. China produces cost-effective general FMCG packaging machinery at 50–70% lower cost. Duty rates are identical regardless of origin — choose based on precision requirements and after-sales support.
Multi-machine lines are typically shipped FCL (40ft or multiple 20ft containers) with each machine properly crated. All machines in the line should be declared on a single or linked Bill of Entry for EPCG purposes to ensure the entire capex qualifies under the licence. Sea freight from China: 24–32 days.
Commercial invoice with machine model, capacity (units/minute), power rating, weight and dimensions, packing list, Bill of Lading, IEC code, and EPCG licence (if applicable). For food-grade machinery, provide CE certificate and food-contact material certification for customs inspection.
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