Cargo for Ethiopia lands at Djibouti + road to Addis Ababa. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Hawassa, Bole Lemi Industrial Park and Addis Ababa. It suits industrial canteens, school & college canteens and government hostel kitchens in Ethiopia.
Idli Steamer cost in Ethiopia
The base model costs ₹42,000 ex-works (≈ ETB 67,742) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Ethiopia by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | ETB | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | ETB 67,742 | ₹42,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | ETB 24,613 | ₹15,260 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | ETB 13,561 | ₹8,408 |
| Marine insurance | ETB 582 | ₹361 |
| CIF Djibouti + road to Addis Ababa | ETB 106,498 | ₹66,029 |
| Import duty (Ethiopia tariff) | ETB 10,650 | ₹6,603 |
| Other import levies | ETB 13,845 | ₹8,584 |
| Import VAT / GST 15% | ETB 19,648 | ₹12,182 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | ETB 12,847 | ₹7,965 |
| Estimated landed cost | ETB 163,489 | ₹1,01,363 |
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 Ethiopia | 220 V / 380 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | ECAE, EFDA |
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 Ethiopia
Our idli steamer goes into these kinds of kitchens:
Shipping, customs and installation for Ethiopia
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Djibouti + road to Addis Ababa (about 20–26 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 Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia
What does a idli steamer cost delivered to Ethiopia?
The ex-works price is ₹42,000 (about ETB 67,742). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Djibouti + road to Addis Ababa with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly ETB 163,489. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Ethiopia take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Djibouti + road to Addis Ababa is about 20–26 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 Ethiopia?
We ship the idli steamer under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Ethiopia uses: Ethiopia tariff; plus surtax 10% and withholding 3%. 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 Ethiopia?
Supply in Ethiopia is 220 V / 380 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly use LPG. We build electrical items for that voltage and frequency and fit the right gas jets before shipping.