Cargo for Sri Lanka lands at Colombo. Combine this unit with other equipment in one container to bring the freight per item down. The same service covers Kandy and Colombo. Typical users in Sri Lanka: school & college canteens, industrial canteens and government hostel kitchens.
How much does a idli steamer cost in Sri Lanka?
The base model costs ₹42,000 ex-works (≈ LKR 144,828) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Sri Lanka by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | LKR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | LKR 144,828 | ₹42,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | LKR 52,621 | ₹15,260 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.0 CBM) | LKR 9,155 | ₹2,655 |
| Marine insurance | LKR 1,138 | ₹330 |
| CIF Colombo | LKR 207,741 | ₹60,245 |
| Import duty (0% customs duty under ISFTA with origin certificate) | LKR 0 | ₹0 |
| Other import levies | LKR 20,772 | ₹6,024 |
| Import VAT / GST 18% | LKR 41,131 | ₹11,928 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | LKR 12,207 | ₹3,540 |
| Estimated landed cost | LKR 281,852 | ₹81,737 |
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 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 Sri Lanka | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | SLSI |
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
Kitchens in Sri Lanka that use a idli steamer
Browse setups that include this equipment in Sri Lanka:
Shipping, customs and installation for Sri Lanka
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Colombo (about 3–5 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: Idli Steamer in Sri Lanka
What does a idli steamer cost delivered to Sri Lanka?
The ex-works price is ₹42,000 (about LKR 144,828). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Colombo with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly LKR 281,852. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Sri Lanka take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Colombo is about 3–5 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 Sri Lanka?
We ship the idli steamer under HS 8419.81. Our estimate for Sri Lanka uses: 0% customs duty under ISFTA with origin certificate; PAL and SSCL still apply. Import VAT/GST of 18% applies on top. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Do you have a dealer in Sri Lanka?
We are appointing authorised dealers and distributors in Sri Lanka. 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 SLSI. 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.