For USA, we quote ex-works, FOB Nhava Sheva or CIF New York / New Jersey, whichever suits your importer. We also deliver to Illinois, Florida and Texas. It suits banquet & wedding caterings in USA.
Chafing Dish rate in USA, 2026
The base model costs ₹4,900 ex-works (≈ USD 55) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in USA by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | USD | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | USD 55 | ₹4,900 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | USD 160 | ₹14,147 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | USD 110 | ₹9,735 |
| Marine insurance | USD 1.79 | ₹158 |
| CIF New York / New Jersey | USD 327 | ₹28,940 |
| Import duty (MFN duty + 10% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods + 0.47% MPF/HMF) | USD 4.31 | ₹381 |
| US Section 232 steel duty (est.) | USD 86 | ₹7,619 |
| Other import levies | USD 23 | ₹1,994 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | USD 110 | ₹9,735 |
| Estimated landed cost | USD 550 | ₹48,669 |
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 | 9 L rectangular, roll-top lid |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 7323.93 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.06 CBM · 6 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in USA | 120 V / 208–240 V, 60 Hz; Natural gas, propane |
| Standards | NSF/ANSI, UL / ETL listing, local health and fire code |
Custom sizes and options
- SS 304 or SS 316
- Drain boards on the left, right or both sides
- Pedal, knee or sensor taps
- Bowl sizes and number of bowls
- Wall-mounted or free-standing
Who buys chafing dish in USA
Related kitchen types we equip in USA:
Shipping, customs and installation for USA
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to New York / New Jersey (about 32–38 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
- 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.
- 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: Chafing Dish in USA
What does a chafing dish cost delivered to USA?
The ex-works price is ₹4,900 (about USD 55). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to New York / New Jersey with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly USD 550. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to USA take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to New York / New Jersey is about 32–38 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 USA?
We ship the chafing dish under HS 7323.93. Our estimate for USA uses: MFN duty + 10% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods + 0.47% MPF/HMF; Section 232 50% on steel content applies to many steel articles and appliances. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Do you have a dealer in USA?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in USA. 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 NSF/ANSI, UL / ETL listing, local health and fire code. 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.