We ship to buyers across Germany, including Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt, Berlin and Cologne. We ship LCL from 1 CBM or full containers and coordinate with your clearing agent at Hamburg. In Germany it is a common choice for airport lounges, air force messs and banquet & wedding caterings.
Buffet Counter rate in Germany, 2026
The base model costs ₹1,19,000 ex-works (≈ EUR 1,161) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Germany by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | EUR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | EUR 1,161 | ₹1,19,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | EUR 171 | ₹17,570 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.4 CBM) | EUR 103 | ₹10,531 |
| Marine insurance | EUR 7.89 | ₹809 |
| CIF Hamburg | EUR 1,443 | ₹1,47,911 |
| Import duty (EU common tariff (India–EU FTA not yet in force)) | EUR 25 | ₹2,514 |
| Import VAT / GST 19% | EUR 279 | ₹28,581 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | EUR 103 | ₹10,531 |
| Estimated landed cost | EUR 1,849 | ₹1,89,537 |
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.
Standard model and build
| 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 Germany | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; Natural gas |
| Standards | CE marking, DIN / EN standards, HACCP |
Custom sizes and options
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
Who buys buffet counter in Germany
Our buffet counter goes into these kinds of kitchens:
Shipping, customs and installation for Germany
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Hamburg (about 28–34 days). You receive the commercial invoice with HS codes, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Installation is done by your contractor using our drawings and video support, or by our technicians on a site visit for larger projects.
What you get from the manufacturer
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Buffet Counter in Germany
What does a buffet counter cost delivered to Germany?
The ex-works price is ₹1,19,000 (about EUR 1,161). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Hamburg with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly EUR 1,849. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Germany take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Hamburg is about 28–34 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 Germany?
We ship the buffet counter under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Germany uses: EU common tariff (India–EU FTA not yet in force). Import VAT/GST of 19% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Do you have a dealer in Germany?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in Germany. Until then we supply directly from the factory. If you sell kitchen equipment, see our distributor programme.
Which standards does the equipment meet?
We design for CE marking, DIN / EN standards, HACCP. Ask us which certificates are available for this model before ordering.
What are the payment terms?
Usually 30% advance and 70% against copy of the bill of lading, or an irrevocable letter of credit at sight.