We ship to buyers across UAE, including Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ajman. We ship LCL from 1 CBM or full containers and coordinate with your clearing agent at Jebel Ali.
How much does a dhokla steamer cost in UAE?
The base model costs ₹45,000 ex-works (≈ AED 1,867) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in UAE by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | AED | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | AED 1,867 | ₹45,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | AED 637 | ₹15,350 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | AED 129 | ₹3,098 |
| Marine insurance | AED 14 | ₹349 |
| CIF Jebel Ali | AED 2,647 | ₹63,796 |
| 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 132 | ₹3,190 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | AED 165 | ₹3,983 |
| Estimated landed cost | AED 2,945 | ₹70,969 |
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 | 6 tray, SS 304, gas fired with water level gauge |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.5 CBM · 65 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
- 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
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
Shipping, customs and installation for UAE
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
- 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.
- 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: Dhokla Steamer in UAE
What does a dhokla steamer cost delivered to UAE?
The ex-works price is ₹45,000 (about AED 1,867). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Jebel Ali with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly AED 2,945. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to UAE 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 dhokla steamer 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 is the warranty?
12 months against manufacturing defects from installation, and lifetime support on spares. Annual maintenance contracts are available through our service partners.
What power and gas supply does it need in UAE?
Supply in UAE is 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly use LPG, central gas in new buildings. We build electrical items for that voltage and frequency and fit the right gas jets before shipping.
Can the dhokla steamer 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.