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Import Duty on Measuring or checking instruments

HS Code 9031 · MFN rates across 10 countries · 56 tariff lines · Updated 2026-03-29

Rate spread: Importing measuring or checking instruments attracts up to 12.0% MFN duty in Brazil, while South Africa applies 0%. FTA preferences may reduce the rate further — see below.

MFN Duty Rates by Country

Average Most Favoured Nation applied tariff rates for Measuring or checking instruments (HS 9031). MFN rates apply to all WTO member countries unless a preferential trade agreement is in force. Rates are ad valorem (percentage of customs value). Specific duties (per unit/weight) are not shown in this comparison.

CountryAvg. MFN Rate
🇧🇷 Brazil12.0%
🇮🇳 India7.5%
🇹🇭 Thailand7.4%
🇲🇽 Mexico5.0%
🇨🇳 China5.0%
🇦🇪 UAE1.4%
🇦🇺 Australia1.2%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom0.2%
🇺🇸 United States0.1%
🇿🇦 South Africa0.0%

FTA Preferential Rates

Free trade agreements can reduce or eliminate duty on measuring or checking instruments. To claim a preferential rate, the goods must meet rules of origin requirements and be accompanied by a valid certificate of origin or origin declaration.

RouteAgreementRateSaving
Thailand → IndiaIN-ASEAN-CECA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
PH → IndiaIN-ASEAN-CECA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
SG → IndiaIN-ASEAN-CECA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
KR → IndiaIN-KR-CEPA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
Australia → IndiaIN-AU-ECTA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
UAE → IndiaIN-AE-CEPA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
United Kingdom → IndiaIN-UK-ECTA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%
SG → IndiaIN-SG-CECA15.0%0.0%Save 15.0%

VAT / GST on Measuring or checking instruments

These indirect taxes apply in addition to customs duty. For India, IGST (Integrated GST) is levied on the assessable value plus customs duty. For Brazil, multiple taxes (IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS) apply sequentially. The rates below are standard rates — concessional rates may apply.

CountryTaxRate
🇦🇪 UAEVAT5%
🇧🇷 BrazilIPI5%
🇮🇳 IndiaGST18%
🇿🇦 South AfricaVAT15%

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Data sources: National customs authorities (CBIC India, HMRC UK, USITC, CBP USA, SARS South Africa), WTO Tariff Profiles, and official gazette notifications. Rates shown are MFN applied rates as of 2026-03-29. Bound rates may differ. Sub-headings within HS 9031 may carry different rates — always verify at the 8 or 10-digit national tariff line for your specific product. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute customs advice.