Cargo for Australia lands at Sydney / Melbourne. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Brisbane, Perth, Sydney and Melbourne. It suits airport lounges, hotel kitchens and resort kitchens in Australia.
Buffet Counter cost in Australia
The base model costs ₹1,19,000 ex-works (≈ AUD 2,052) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Australia by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | AUD | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | AUD 2,052 | ₹1,19,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | AUD 303 | ₹17,570 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.4 CBM) | AUD 192 | ₹11,151 |
| Marine insurance | AUD 14 | ₹812 |
| CIF Sydney / Melbourne | AUD 2,561 | ₹1,48,533 |
| Import duty (0% under the India–Australia ECTA with origin certificate) | AUD 0 | ₹0 |
| Import VAT / GST 10% | AUD 256 | ₹14,853 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | AUD 192 | ₹11,151 |
| Estimated landed cost | AUD 3,009 | ₹1,74,538 |
Estimate based on rates as of October 2026. Duties and freight change often; your customs broker confirms the final figure. Use the landed cost calculator for multiple items.
What the standard model includes
| Standard model | 8 ft, hot wells + cold well, sneeze guard |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 1.4 CBM · 140 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Australia | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; Natural gas, LPG |
| Standards | AGA gas certification, RCM electrical, FSANZ |
Sizes and options we build
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
Where the buffet counter is used in Australia
Related kitchen types we equip in Australia:
Shipping, customs and installation for Australia
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Sydney / Melbourne (about 22–28 days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin in the format needed for the preferential duty rate. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
Why Australia buyers work with us
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
FAQs: Buffet Counter in Australia
What does a buffet counter cost delivered to Australia?
The ex-works price is ₹1,19,000 (about AUD 2,052). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Sydney / Melbourne with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly AUD 3,009. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Australia take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Sydney / Melbourne is about 22–28 days, plus customs clearance. We share the bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin before the vessel arrives.
What HS code and import duty apply in Australia?
We ship the buffet counter under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Australia uses: 0% under the India–Australia ECTA with origin certificate. Import VAT/GST of 10% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Which stainless steel grade do you use?
Food-contact parts are SS 304 (18/8) as standard, in 16 or 18 SWG depending on the part. For coastal sites, seafood kitchens and chemical cleaning we recommend SS 316. Every unit is TIG-welded and finished satin.
Can the buffet counter be made to custom size?
Yes. We build it to your drawing or space: gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions, number of burners or tanks and their ratings and SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops. Custom sizes usually add 3–5 working days.
What power and gas supply does it need in Australia?
Supply in Australia is 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly use Natural gas, LPG. We build electrical items for that voltage and frequency and fit the right gas jets before shipping.