For Bhutan, we quote ex-works, FOB Nhava Sheva or CIF Road via Phuentsholing, whichever suits your importer. We also deliver to Thimphu.
How much does a reach-in refrigerator cost in Bhutan?
The base model costs ₹1,19,000 ex-works (≈ BTN 119,000) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Bhutan by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | BTN | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | BTN 119,000 | ₹1,19,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | BTN 17,570 | ₹17,570 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 1.6 CBM) | BTN 9,912 | ₹9,912 |
| Marine insurance | BTN 806 | ₹806 |
| CIF Road via Phuentsholing | BTN 147,288 | ₹1,47,288 |
| Import duty (Duty-free trade with India) | BTN 0 | ₹0 |
| Other import levies | BTN 7,364 | ₹7,364 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | BTN 5,664 | ₹5,664 |
| Estimated landed cost | BTN 160,316 | ₹1,60,316 |
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 | 4 door, 1,000 L, +2 to +8 °C, SS 304 in and out |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 8418.50 |
| Packed volume / weight | 1.6 CBM · 180 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Bhutan | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG, electric |
| Standards | BSB |
Build it to your kitchen
- SS 304 interior and exterior
- Tropicalised compressors rated for 43 °C ambient
- Capacity and door or drawer configuration
- Digital controllers with temperature alarms
- Eco refrigerants (R290 / R600a) where local rules require
Shipping, customs and installation for Bhutan
We pack in fumigated wooden crates, stuff the container at our factory or at Nhava Sheva, and ship to Road via Phuentsholing (about 8–10 by road 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 order from Fabrrinox Potnis
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- 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: Reach-in Refrigerator in Bhutan
What does a reach-in refrigerator cost delivered to Bhutan?
The ex-works price is ₹1,19,000 (about BTN 119,000). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Road via Phuentsholing with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly BTN 160,316. Ordering several items together in one container cuts the freight per unit sharply.
How long does shipping to Bhutan take?
Manufacturing takes 10–20 working days. Sea transit from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) to Road via Phuentsholing is about 8–10 by road 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 Bhutan?
We ship the reach-in refrigerator under HS 8418.50. Our estimate for Bhutan uses: Duty-free trade with India; sales tax may apply. Your customs broker confirms the final rate at clearance.
Can the reach-in refrigerator be made to custom size?
Yes. We build it to your drawing or space: capacity and door or drawer configuration, tropicalised compressors rated for 43 °c ambient and eco refrigerants (r290 / r600a) where local rules require. Custom sizes usually add 3–5 working days.
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.
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.