DDP Shipping — Delivered Duty Paid

The Easiest Way to Import from China. One All-Inclusive Price. Zero Customs Hassle. You Pay Once — We Handle Everything from Chinese Factory to Your Indian Doorstep.

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What Does DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) Mean?

DDP stands for Delivered Duty Paid — an Incoterm where the seller (in this case, C2I Logistics acting as your import partner) takes full responsibility for delivering goods to the buyer's specified location, including ALL costs and risks involved.

In simple terms: you tell us what you want and where you want it. We give you ONE price that covers:

• Picking up goods from the Chinese supplier

• Export customs clearance in China

• International freight (air or sea)

• Import customs clearance in India

• All customs duty and GST payments

• Last-mile delivery to your doorstep

You don't deal with any shipping company, freight forwarder, customs agent, or transporter. You deal with ONE team — C2I.

This is our most popular service because it removes every single logistics headache from the importing process.

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Our 6-Step DDP Process

Step 1 — You Share Your Product Details

Tell us what you're importing — product name, quantity, weight, dimensions, and your delivery address in India. You can share the supplier's proforma invoice or just describe the product.

Step 2 — We Calculate Your Total Landed Cost

Within 24–48 hours, we send you a single, all-inclusive quote that covers freight, customs duty, GST, handling, and delivery. No hidden charges. No surprise fees later.

Step 3 — You Approve & We Begin

Once you approve the quote, we coordinate with your Chinese supplier for goods pickup. You can also pay the supplier through our payment facilitation service for added security.

Step 4 — Goods Collected & Shipped

Our China team picks up the goods, handles export documentation, and books freight. You receive tracking details immediately after departure.

Step 5 — Indian Customs Clearance

Our in-house customs team files the Bill of Entry, classifies the HSN code, calculates and pays all applicable duties (BCD + IGST + SWS) on your behalf. If any compliance certificates are needed (BIS, WPC, FSSAI), we coordinate those too.

Step 6 — Doorstep Delivery

Goods are cleared and delivered to your address — anywhere in India. You receive all customs documents, duty receipts, and the Bill of Entry for your records and GST input credit.

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Everything Included in One Price

✅ Product pickup from Chinese supplier's factory/warehouse ✅ China domestic transport to port/airport ✅ Chinese export customs clearance ✅ Airline cargo booking and handling ✅ International air freight charges ✅ Indian customs clearance ✅ Basic Customs Duty (BCD) payment ✅ IGST payment ✅ Social Welfare Surcharge payment ✅ Port handling and terminal charges ✅ CHA (Customs House Agent) fees ✅ Last-mile delivery to your address in India ✅ Complete documentation provided post-delivery ✅ Dedicated account manager throughout the process

What You Do NOT Need to Worry About: ❌ Finding a freight forwarder ❌ Calculating customs duty ❌ Filing Bill of Entry ❌ Coordinating with port agents ❌ Arranging local transport ❌ Understanding HS codes

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DDP vs FOB vs CIF — What's the Difference?

Bottom Line: DDP is the only option where you have near-zero logistics involvement. You focus on your business; we handle the rest.

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Why Indian Importers Love Our DDP Service

✅ Absolute Simplicity — One price, one point of contact, zero logistics management. Even if you've never imported before, DDP makes it effortless.

✅ Cost Certainty — You know your exact landed cost BEFORE ordering. No unexpected duty charges, no surprise fees at the port, no last-minute costs.

✅ No IEC Hassle for Small Shipments — For certain small-value shipments, we can clear goods under our import license. Ideal if your IEC application is still in process.

✅ GST Input Credit — We provide proper Bill of Entry and duty payment receipts. If you're GST-registered, you can claim IGST input credit — effectively reducing your import cost.

✅ Faster Than Self-Managing — Our team does this daily for hundreds of shipments. We know the fastest routes, the best carriers, and the quickest customs channels. Your shipment moves faster because we know the system inside out.

✅ Risk Protection — If there's a customs query, duty dispute, or clearance delay — our experienced team handles it. You're never left dealing with Indian bureaucracy alone.

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Ideal For

🆕 First-Time Importers — Zero experience needed. DDP is designed for people who want to import without learning the entire logistics industry.

🛒 E-Commerce Sellers — Amazon/Flipkart/Meesho sellers who need products delivered to their warehouse, ready to sell.

💼 Small & Medium Businesses — No dedicated logistics team? No problem. C2I becomes your logistics department.

🔁 Regular Importers — Even experienced importers use DDP for convenience and time savings. Focus on sales, not shipping.

🧪 Sample Orders — Testing a new product or supplier? DDP is perfect for small trial shipments before committing to bulk orders.

SECTION 7 — FAQ

How is the DDP price calculated?

We calculate: Product weight/volume + freight cost + customs duty (based on HS code) + IGST + handling charges + delivery cost. Everything is included in one number.

Do I need an IEC for DDP shipping?

For most commercial imports, yes — IEC is required. However, for small personal-use shipments or samples below certain thresholds, we may be able to clear without IEC. Contact us with your specific case.

How long does DDP delivery take?

Air DDP: 7–12 days. Sea DDP: 25–35 days. Express DDP (small parcels): 4–6 days.

Can I claim GST input credit on DDP shipments?

Yes. We provide proper Bill of Entry and IGST payment receipts. If the import is in your IEC name and you're GST-registered, you can claim input credit.

What if customs duty is higher than estimated?

Our duty estimates are based on current HS code rates and are 95%+ accurate. In rare cases of rate changes or classification disputes, we inform you immediately before paying.

Import Without the Headache — Try DDP Today

Share your product details and get a complete landed cost quote within 24 hours. No hidden charges, no logistics jargon — just a clear price and a clear timeline.