We ship to buyers across Saudi Arabia, including Jubail, Madinah, Jeddah Industrial City, Dammam Second Industrial City and Riyadh Second Industrial City. We ship LCL from 1 CBM or full containers and coordinate with your clearing agent at Dammam / Jeddah. Typical users in Dammam: industrial canteens, school & college canteens and government hostel kitchens.
Idli Steamer cost in Dammam
The base model costs ₹42,000 ex-works (≈ SAR 1,780) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Dammam by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | SAR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | SAR 1,780 | ₹42,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | SAR 647 | ₹15,260 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | SAR 188 | ₹4,425 |
| Marine insurance | SAR 14 | ₹339 |
| CIF Dammam / Jeddah | SAR 2,628 | ₹62,024 |
| Import duty (GCC common tariff, mostly 5%) | SAR 131 | ₹3,101 |
| Import VAT / GST 15% | SAR 414 | ₹9,769 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | SAR 188 | ₹4,425 |
| Estimated landed cost | SAR 3,361 | ₹79,319 |
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 | 6 trays × 30 idlis, SS 304, gas or steam |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8419.81 |
| Packed volume / weight | 0.5 CBM · 60 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Saudi Arabia | 230 V / 400 V, 60 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | SFDA, SASO / SABER conformity, municipality approval |
Sizes and options we build
- 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
- Export builds for 60 Hz and 120/208–240 V supplies
Where the idli steamer is used in Dammam
Our idli steamer goes into these kinds of kitchens:
Shipping, customs and installation for Dammam
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Dammam / Jeddah (about 8–12 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 Dammam buyers work with us
- 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.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
FAQs: Idli Steamer in Dammam
What does a idli steamer cost delivered to Dammam?
The ex-works price is ₹42,000 (about SAR 1,780). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Dammam / Jeddah with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly SAR 3,361. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Dammam take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Dammam / Jeddah is about 8–12 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 Saudi Arabia?
We ship the idli steamer under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Saudi Arabia uses: GCC common tariff, mostly 5%; some steel articles are higher. Import VAT/GST of 15% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Which stainless steel grade do you use?
Food-contact parts are SS 304 (18/8) as standard, in 16 or 18 SWG depending on the part. For coastal sites, seafood kitchens and chemical cleaning we recommend SS 316. Every unit is TIG-welded and finished satin.
Can the idli 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.
What power and gas supply does it need in Saudi Arabia?
Supply in Saudi Arabia is 230 V / 400 V, 60 Hz and kitchens commonly use LPG. We build electrical items for that voltage and frequency and fit the right gas jets before shipping.