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: cold storage & warehousings.
SS Cold Storage Equipment rate in Sri Lanka, 2026
The base model costs ₹3,50,000 ex-works (≈ LKR 1,206,897) . Here is an estimate for one unit landed in Sri Lanka by the cheapest shipping option:
| Cost element | LKR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-works price | LKR 1,206,897 | ₹3,50,000 |
| Export packing, haulage to JNPT, customs clearance | LKR 89,655 | ₹26,000 |
| Ocean freight (LCL (shared container), 3.0 CBM) | LKR 27,466 | ₹7,965 |
| Marine insurance | LKR 7,283 | ₹2,112 |
| CIF Colombo | LKR 1,331,300 | ₹3,86,077 |
| Import duty (0% customs duty under ISFTA with origin certificate) | LKR 0 | ₹0 |
| Other import levies | LKR 133,131 | ₹38,608 |
| Import VAT / GST 18% | LKR 263,597 | ₹76,443 |
| Destination clearance & local delivery | LKR 36,621 | ₹10,620 |
| Estimated landed cost | LKR 1,764,648 | ₹5,11,748 |
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.
Standard model and build
| Standard model | Package for a 1,000 sq ft cold room: racking, door frames, kick plates, curtains |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 304 food grade; SS 316 option |
| HSN / HS code | 7326.90 |
| Packed volume / weight | 3 CBM · 450 kg (base model) |
| Power & fuel in Sri Lanka | 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz; LPG |
| Standards | SLSI |
Custom sizes and options
- Wall-mounted or free-standing
- SS 304 or SS 316
- Drain boards on the left, right or both sides
- Pedal, knee or sensor taps
- Bowl sizes and number of bowls
Who buys SS cold storage equipment in Sri Lanka
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.
What you get from the manufacturer
- 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.
- 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: SS Cold Storage Equipment in Sri Lanka
What does a SS cold storage equipment cost delivered to Sri Lanka?
The ex-works price is ₹3,50,000 (about LKR 1,206,897). Shipped from Nhava Sheva to Colombo with insurance, import duty, taxes and local delivery, one unit lands at roughly LKR 1,764,648. 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 SS cold storage equipment under HS 7326.90. 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.