Cargo for Sharjah lands at Jebel Ali. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers SAIF Zone, Sharjah Industrial Area and Hamriyah Free Zone. Typical users in Sharjah: airport lounges, resort kitchens and hotel kitchens.
How much does a buffet counter cost in Sharjah?
The base model costs ₹1,19,000 ex-works (≈ AED 4,938) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Sharjah by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | AED | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | AED 4,938 | ₹1,19,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | AED 729 | ₹17,570 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.4 CBM) | AED 180 | ₹4,337 |
| Marine insurance | AED 32 | ₹775 |
| CIF Jebel Ali | AED 5,879 | ₹1,41,681 |
| Import duty (0% under the India–UAE CEPA with a CEPA certificate of origin (5% GCC rate without it)) | AED 0 | ₹0 |
| Import VAT / GST 5% | AED 294 | ₹7,084 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | AED 231 | ₹5,575 |
| Estimated landed cost | AED 6,404 | ₹1,54,341 |
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.
Specifications
| 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 UAE | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG, central gas in new buildings |
| Standards | Dubai Municipality food code, ADAFSA, Civil Defence approval |
Build it to your kitchen
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
- Number of burners or tanks and their ratings
- Gas (LPG / PNG / natural gas), electric or induction versions
- Flame-failure devices, piezo ignition and thermostats
- SS 304 or SS 316 body; 14 or 16 SWG tops
Kitchens in Sharjah that use a buffet counter
Related kitchen types we equip in Sharjah:
Shipping, customs and installation for Sharjah
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Jebel Ali (about 4–6 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 order from Fabrrinox Potnis
- 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.
- SS 304 as standardFood-contact surfaces in SS 304, with SS 316 for coastal, marine and chemical environments.
- Own factoryBuilt at our MIDC Pawane, Navi Mumbai plant: you deal with the manufacturer, not a trader.
FAQs: Buffet Counter in Sharjah
What does a buffet counter cost delivered to Sharjah?
The ex-works price is ₹1,19,000 (about AED 4,938). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Jebel Ali with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly AED 6,404. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Sharjah take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Jebel Ali is about 4–6 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 UAE?
We ship the buffet counter under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for UAE uses: 0% under the India–UAE CEPA with a CEPA certificate of origin (5% GCC rate without it). Import VAT/GST of 5% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
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.
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.
Do you have a dealer in Sharjah?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in UAE. Until then we supply directly from the factory. If you sell kitchen equipment, see our distributor programme.