We ship to buyers across New Zealand, including Auckland and Wellington. We ship LCL from 1 CBM or full containers and coordinate with your clearing agent at Auckland. Typical users in New Zealand: airport lounges, hotel kitchens and resort kitchens.
Buffet Counter cost in New Zealand
The base model costs ₹1,19,000 ex-works (≈ NZD 2,267) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in New Zealand by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | NZD | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | NZD 2,267 | ₹1,19,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | NZD 335 | ₹17,570 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.4 CBM) | NZD 236 | ₹12,390 |
| Marine insurance | NZD 16 | ₹819 |
| CIF Auckland | NZD 2,853 | ₹1,49,779 |
| Import duty (NZ tariff) | NZD 0 | ₹0 |
| Import VAT / GST 15% | NZD 428 | ₹22,467 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | NZD 224 | ₹11,771 |
| Estimated landed cost | NZD 3,505 | ₹1,84,017 |
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 New Zealand | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; Natural gas, LPG |
| Standards | Gas certification, MPI food rules |
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 New Zealand
Browse setups that include this equipment in New Zealand:
Shipping, customs and installation for New Zealand
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Auckland (about 26–32 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.
Why New Zealand 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 New Zealand
What does a buffet counter cost delivered to New Zealand?
The ex-works price is ₹1,19,000 (about NZD 2,267). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Auckland with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly NZD 3,505. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to New Zealand take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Auckland is about 26–32 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 New Zealand?
We ship the buffet counter under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for New Zealand uses: NZ tariff. Import VAT/GST of 15% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Which standards does the equipment meet?
We design for Gas certification, MPI food rules. Ask us which certificates are available for this model before ordering.
Do you have a dealer in New Zealand?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in New Zealand. Until then we supply directly from the factory. If you sell kitchen equipment, see our distributor programme.
Is there a minimum order quantity?
No fixed minimum. Small orders ship as LCL (shared container) from 1 CBM; above about 15 CBM a full 20 ft container is usually cheaper.