What is the import duty on Garlic in Sri Lanka?

The import duty on Garlic (HS 0703.20) in Sri Lanka is 20% Customs Duty plus 18% VAT, and may include PAL, CESS, Excise duty, SSCL and SCL. Use the duty calculator on this page for a full breakdown based on your CIF value.

Sri Lanka HS Code

0703.20

Garlic

Q: What is HS code 0703.20 in Sri Lanka?

HS code 0703.20 covers Garlic under Chapter 7 (Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers) of the Sri Lanka Customs National Imports Tariff Guide 2026.

Chapter 7 · Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers

07.03Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables, fresh or chilled.

Updated 16 May 2026 · 2026 Sri Lanka Customs Tariff

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Cost + insurance + freight — the total landed value you paid for the shipment.

Exchange Rate

1 USD = 1.0000 LKR(customs)

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HS code 0703.20 covers garlic under Chapter 07 (Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers) of the Sri Lanka Customs National Imports Tariff Guide 2026 edition.

All rates

General Duty (CID)	20%
PAL (General)	Ex
PAL (SAFTA)	Exempt
Cess	Exempt
Excise / SPD	Exempt
SCL	*
SSCL	2.5%
VAT	18%

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Preferential / FTA rates

Agreement	Duty Rate
India (ISFTA)	Free
Pakistan (PSFTA)	Free
Singapore FTA	5%