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Sourcing guide for British buyers

Import from India to United Kingdom

Current duty position, shipping lanes, payment terms and verified Indian manufacturers across all twenty sourcing categories.

  • Nhava Sheva to Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway. 18–26 days.

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Duty position: India to United Kingdom

Preferential access live

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

The largest opportunity on this site. Marine products fell from 21.5% to zero, leather and footwear from 16% to zero, engineering goods and auto components from 18% to zero, textiles and garments from 12% to zero, and chemicals and pharmaceuticals from 8% to zero.

Verified 09-08-2026. Confirm against your own tariff line before committing to a landed cost.

Shipping lane
Nhava Sheva to Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway. 18–26 days.
Payment terms
LC at sight or 30/70 against documents. UK buyers commonly expect Net 30–60.
Trade context
India's exports to the UK fell 7.60% in FY2025-26 to US$13.44 billion — before CETA came into force. The entire tariff benefit is still ahead.

What British buyers source from India

Twenty categories, each with the duty position for this market, verified suppliers, MOQ and lead times.

925 Silver Jewellery & Findings

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 50–200 pieces per design · 30–45 days

Attar, Itra, Oud & Perfume Oils

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 1–25 kg · 45–60 days

Human Hair, Wigs & Extensions

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 50 pieces · 20–30 days

Handicrafts, Gifts & Home Decor

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 50–200 pieces · 30–45 days

Non-Woven & Technical Textiles

UK duty on textiles fell from 12% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 500–1,000 kg · 25–40 days

Packaging Materials & Machines

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ Consumables 5,000 pcs · machines 1 unit · 30–50 days

Biodegradable Tableware & Briquettes

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 10,000 pieces / 1 x 20ft · 25–40 days

Marine & Seafood Products

UK duty on this category fell from 21.5% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 — the single largest cut in the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 1 x 40ft reefer container · 20–35 days

Ayurvedic, Herbal & Wellness

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 3,000–5,000 units · 45–60 days

Pre-Engineered Buildings & PUF Panels

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 1 x 40ft / per project · 35–60 days

Electrical Equipment, Motors & Pumps

UK duty on engineering goods fell from 18% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 10–100 units · 30–60 days

Industrial Machinery & Equipment

UK duty on engineering goods fell from 18% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 1 unit · 45–90 days

Readymade Garments & Apparel

UK duty on textiles and garments fell from 12% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 200–500 pieces per style and colour · 35–45 days

Agri Commodities: Rice, Spices & Tea

UK duty on processed foods fell by up to 70 percentage points, to ZERO on many lines, on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK…

MOQ 1 x 20ft container · 25–40 days

Gems, Jewellery & Fashion Jewellery

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 50–250 pieces per design · 30–45 days

Building Materials, Panels & Boards

Zero on 96.8% of UK tariff lines under the India-UK CETA, in force since 15-07-2026.

MOQ 1 x 20ft container · 30–45 days

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Disposables

UK duty on pharmaceuticals fell from 8% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ By product and registration · 60–120 days

Cotton Yarn, Fabrics & Home Textiles

UK duty on textiles and made-ups fell from 12% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 500–2,000 pieces or 1,000 kg · 30–50 days

Auto Components & Spares

UK duty on engineering goods and auto components fell from 18% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 100–1,000 pieces · 35–60 days

Chemicals, Dyes & Intermediates

UK duty on chemicals fell from 8% to ZERO on 15-07-2026 under the India-UK CETA.

MOQ 500 kg – 1 x 20ft · 30–50 days

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