Description: We specialize in exporting branded bags and jerseys to India, with container loading in Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, and flexible LCL shipping. Direct flights to Navasheva, Mondra, and Chennai take about 10-15 days, and door-to-door delivery including customs clearance takes about 20-30 days. One fixed price package: ocean freight+customs clearance+Indian customs clearance+customs duties+IGST+final delivery. Holders of FORM B/CO can enjoy tariff benefits. Brand products must be accompanied by a brand authorization letter; Importers must have IEC and GST tax numbers; The label must indicate "Made in China" and importer information. Full double clearance and tax included, with delivery throughout Mumbai, New Delhi, and Chennai. Worry free, save money, and be more secure!

The biggest fear of exporting branded bags and jerseys to India is that the goods get stuck at customs when they arrive at Navasheva or Chennai ports - the FORM B certificate of origin is not processed, resulting in a surge in tariffs from zero to 25%, the label is missing Hindi and is judged as unqualified and forced to be returned, and the brand authorization letter is not fully prepared and directly detained and frozen by customs accounts... We have seen too many of these bad things.

1、 Shipping prices and delivery time of bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to Indian sub brands

India is the most populous country in the world, with a large and continuously growing clothing consumption market. From Guangzhou, Dongguan to Shenzhen, the clothing and textile industry clusters in the Pearl River Delta are continuously transporting ready to wear clothing and bags to the Indian market. We specialize in container loading in Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, providing flexible shipping options for FCL and LCL shipments. The sea voyage from Yantian in Shenzhen, Nansha in Guangzhou, or Dongguan Port to major ports in India such as Navasheva Port (JNPT Mumbai), Chennai Port, and Mongla Port takes about 10-15 days. The full container load chain takes about 30-45 days (including customs clearance and delivery), and LCL takes about 35-50 days. The average clearance time for regular declaration of general goods (such as textiles) by Indian customs is 7-12 days. During the peak season (June September), cabin availability is tight. It is recommended to book 3-4 weeks in advance.

1. The price is negotiable and all inclusive, including sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Indian import customs clearance, basic customs duties, SWS social welfare surcharge, 18% Goods and Services Tax (IGST), and final delivery, with no hidden fees.

2. Key points of tariffs and taxes in India:

The tariff structure in India is relatively complex, consisting of multiple tax categories stacked together. Total tariff=BCD+SWS+IGST+ADD (if applicable).

|Basic Customs Duty (BCD) | Clothing and textiles around 10% -25% | HS Chapters 61-62, such as cotton shirts with a BCD of 10%|

|Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS) | 10% of BCD | levied on all imported goods|

|Goods and Services Tax (IGST) | 18% | Calculated based on (CIF value+BCD+SWS)|

|Anti dumping duties (ADD) | Depending on specific categories | Imposed on certain textile categories in China|

The comprehensive tariff for importing clothing and textiles from China to India is usually between 23% and 30%. After adding anti-dumping taxes, the total cost may be 40% -60% higher than the offshore price. It is recommended that exporters include all taxes and fees in the quoted cost in advance.

The FORM B certificate of origin is the biggest money saving tool - holding the Asia Pacific Trade Agreement FORM B certificate allows Indian importers to enjoy tariff benefits under the Asia Pacific Trade Agreement, and some product tax rates can be reduced to 0-5%. FORM B must be issued by customs or the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade before shipment, and the HS code, product name, quantity, and consignee on the certificate must be completely consistent with the bill of lading and invoice.

2、 Shenzhen to India sub brand bags and jerseys sea freight customs clearance documents and processes: "Five major checkpoints" for brand bags and jerseys

First level: FORM B Certificate of Origin - Tariff reduced from 25% to 5% (most importantly)

FORM B is a preferential certificate of origin document issued based on the Asia Pacific Trade Agreement, which certifies that exported goods have the qualification of origin in the member countries of the agreement (South Korea, Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh), allowing importers to enjoy tariff reductions during customs clearance. Holding a valid FORM B, the tax rate for some products can be reduced to 0-5%, with tax reductions ranging from 5% to 100%. FORM B must be applied for issuance before shipment and cannot be reissued after arrival at the port. The HS code, product name, quantity, and sender/receiver on the certificate must be completely consistent with the bill of lading and invoice.

Second level: Importer qualifications - both IEC and GSTIN are indispensable (hard threshold)

All commercial importers must hold an Import Export Code (IEC) issued by the General Directorate of Foreign Trade (DGFT) of India. At the same time, one must hold a GSTIN (Goods and Services Tax Identification Number). When negotiating orders, it is essential to confirm that the Indian client holds valid IEC and GSTIN, otherwise the goods cannot be cleared upon arrival at the port.

Level 3: Label Compliance - Mandatory Enforcement of New Regulations in 2027 (Reasons for High Frequency Seizures)

On July 16, 2026, the Textile Committee of the Indian Ministry of Textiles issued Notice G/TBT/N/IND/439 through the WTO, proposing to introduce the "Labeling and Marking Regulations for Textiles, Clothing and Finished Products 2025", which will officially come into effect on July 1, 2027, covering all imported and locally produced and sold ready to wear clothing. Customs will strictly verify label compliance, and non compliant goods can be directly returned.

The fourth level requires labels to meet the following mandatory requirements:

-Each product must come with a permanent, clear, and non transferable label

-Must indicate: fiber composition, country of origin, manufacturer/buyer/importer name

-The label must be labeled in both English and Hindi, and written in Tenjo script

-Traceable information must be included through barcodes, QR codes, and other means to achieve full traceability of the product chain

Level 5: Brand Authorization Letter - The "lifeline" of brand products (easily overlooked)

The enforcement of intellectual property rights by Indian customs continues to increase. Brand bags and brand jerseys must provide a complete brand authorization letter. Indian customs will compare the declared information with the actual situation of the goods item by item, including the English name of the product, the proportion of material composition, the use description, and the brand authorization letter. Any mismatch may trigger manual review. Unauthorized goods will be directly identified as counterfeit and face risks of seizure, destruction, and even account freezing.

Step 6: Customs clearance process at the destination port (fully handled by our Indian cooperative customs clearance agent):

The Indian customs process electronic declarations through the ICEGATE system, and the third round of upgrades will be completed in 2026, adding modules for digital verification of documents and cross departmental linkage verification.

1. FORM B application (before shipment): Issued by customs or the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade to ensure consistency of document information

2. Pre review and classification review of documents (during transportation of goods): Classify according to the official HS code annotations of the Indian Customs 2026 version, and complete the pre classification review 3 working days in advance

3. Pre declaration before arrival: Submit the Bill of Entry through the ICEGATE system, and the pre declaration must be completed before the goods arrive at the port

4. Customs valuation and inspection: The Indian customs valuation model has been integrated with transaction data from 12 major ports worldwide. If the declared price is lower than 80% of the average price of the same category, it will directly trigger manual valuation.

5. Tax payment release: Payment on behalf of BCD+SWS+IGST+ADD (if applicable), compliant release

6. End delivery: Delivery throughout Mumbai, New Delhi, and Chennai

Seventh level, list of necessary customs clearance documents:

-Original bill of lading/electronic bill of lading

-Commercial invoice (including fiber composition details, product name, quantity, and accurate value)

-Packing list (listing the gross weight, net weight, and dimensions of each box)

-FORM B Certificate of Origin (issued before shipment)

-Brand Authorization Letter (Essential for Brand Products)

-Importer's IEC and GSTIN tax numbers (the Indian side must hold valid IEC and GSTIN)

-BIS certification (if applicable)

-Wooden packaging fumigation certificate (if applicable)

3、 Six compliance red lines for shipping bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to Indian sub brands by sea

1. FORM B is missing - tariffs have skyrocketed from 5% to 25% (most importantly)

FORM B must be applied for issuance before shipment and cannot be reissued after arrival at the port. If FORM B is missing or filled in incorrectly, the goods will be taxed at the regular tax rate, and the comprehensive tax rate for clothing is about 23% -30%.

2. Non compliant labels - risk of return shipping under the 2027 new regulations (easily overlooked)

Each product must be accompanied by a permanent, clear, and non transferable label, which must indicate the fiber composition, country of origin, importer information in both English and Hindi, and be accompanied by a traceability QR code. Non compliant goods can be returned directly.

3. Missing brand authorization letter - Customs actively seized goods (high-risk)

Brand bags and brand jerseys must provide a complete brand authorization letter. Indian customs will compare the declared information with the actual situation of the goods item by item, and any mismatch may trigger manual review.

4. HS code classification error - valuation and tariff losses

There are differences between the HS code annotations of India and China, and it is necessary to classify them according to the official HS code annotations of the Indian Customs 2026 version, rather than directly applying the Chinese coding table. When declaring, it is necessary to attach supporting documents such as product English manuals.

5. Importer qualifications - IEC and GSTIN are indispensable

All commercial importers must hold valid IEC and GSTIN. It is recommended to confirm that the Indian client has completed the relevant registration and filing when negotiating orders.

6. Document Consistency - The order, logistics, and payment documents must be consistent

All customs clearance documents, including bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, and FORM B, must be completely consistent in content. Indian customs declaration elements are refined to more than 12 items, and any missing item will directly trigger control inspection.

4、 Shipping packaging requirements for bags and jerseys from Shenzhen to India: triple protection, strict adherence to brand standards

Brand bags and jerseys are high-value goods that require long-distance shipping. The packaging must be strictly protected from damage and moisture.

1. Triple Protection Law:

|First layer: Inner packaging protection | The jersey is wrapped in a dust-proof bag and folded neatly; Put the bag into the brand dust bag and fill it with paper balls to maintain its shape. Brand tags and wash labels must be intact|

|The second layer: filling and fixing | The carton is filled with sufficient cushioning materials (foam plastic, bubble film, pearl wool) to ensure that the goods are fixed in the carton without shaking|

|Third layer: Outer box reinforcement | Select five layer double anti corrugated cardboard boxes (brand new, sturdy, and undamaged). The "Gong" character is used to seal the box, and the tape width is ≥ 5cm|

2. Wooden packaging requirements: If wooden pallets or wooden boxes are used, they must comply with the ISPM 15 international standard - the wood must undergo heat treatment (HT) or methyl bromide fumigation (MB), and be stamped with the IPPC logo (including country code, treatment organization code, and treatment method). India has a very high inspection rate for wooden packaging, and it is recommended to use plastic or paper pallets as much as possible to avoid the risk of wooden pallets. All pallets must be wrapped with shrink wrap or tied securely.

3. Special requirements for Indian labels:

-Bilingual annotation: It must be annotated in both English and Hindi, and written in Tenjo script

-Mandatory information: fiber composition, country of origin, manufacturer/importer name

-Traceability: Traceability information must be included through barcodes, QR codes, and other means

-Country of Origin Identification: It must be clearly labeled with "Made in India" or "Made in China"

-Moisture proof treatment: India has a tropical monsoon climate, and sea freight containers have high humidity. It is recommended to place desiccants inside the container to prevent moisture

Andaxun International Logistics specializes in providing one-stop services from Shenzhen to India for sub brand bags, jerseys, sea freight, tax and double clearance, door-to-door delivery. By choosing our double clearance, tax and door-to-door service, you only need to prepare the goods and deliver them to our domestic warehouse. We will handle all the subsequent FORM B application, booking, customs declaration, sea freight, customs clearance, tax payment and delivery in one stop. Worry free, cost-effective, and more secure!

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

-Company Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-Main business: International shipping, FBA dedicated line, export of branded clothing and textiles, door-to-door double clearance and tax inclusive services

*(Note: Brand bags and jerseys exported to India must apply for a FORM B certificate of origin before shipment, and the tariff for some products with the certificate can be reduced to 0-5%.); Indian importers must hold valid IEC and GSTIN; Starting from July 1, 2027, the new version of the labeling regulations will be enforced, requiring bilingual labeling of fiber composition, country of origin, and importer information in English and Hindi, accompanied by a traceability QR code; Brand products must be accompanied by a brand authorization letter; Wooden packaging must have an IPPC fumigation label. It is recommended to book shipping 3-4 weeks in advance during peak season. ）*