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India exported $6.4B to Japan in FY2024 (+3.8% YoY growth). Access 10,000+ GSTIN + IEC verified Indian exporters via diipl. We verify your sourcing requirement and schedule a direct meeting with the ideal Indian manufacturer. No brokers, no shell traders, no guessing game with strangers on listing platforms.

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India to Japan Trade Data (FY2024)

Source: DGFT / Ministry of Commerce public statistics

India Exports

$6.4B

India Imports

$16.5B

Trade Balance

-$10.1B

YoY Growth

+3.8%

Top Indian Exports to Japan

ProductValue (USD)
Petroleum Products$1.8B
Seafood$0.7B
Chemicals$0.6B
Iron & Steel$0.5B
Textiles$0.4B

Key Facts

India-Japan CEPA since 2011 — tariff reductions on 90% of trade lines

Japan is India's 5th largest source of FDI ($38B cumulative)

Japanese companies run 1,400+ manufacturing facilities in India

India-Japan partnership on high-speed rail, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing

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Frequently asked questions: India to Japan trade

What does India export to Japan?▾
India's top exports to Japan include petroleum products ($1.8B), seafood ($0.7B — shrimp is #1), chemicals ($0.6B), iron & steel ($0.5B), and textiles ($0.4B). Under CEPA, 90% of trade lines enjoy reduced tariffs.
What is the India-Japan CEPA?▾
The India-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (since 2011) provides preferential tariff treatment on 90% of traded goods. Japanese importers can access reduced duties on Indian seafood, textiles, chemicals, and engineering goods.
How can Japanese companies source from India?▾
Register on diipl as an international buyer. Many Japanese trading houses (sogo shosha) and manufacturers already source from India. Our platform connects you with GSTIN-verified MSMEs for direct procurement. No local registration needed.
What quality standards do Indian exporters meet for Japan?▾
Japan requires JIS (Japanese Industrial Standards), JAS (agricultural), MHLW approval (pharma/food), and PSE/S-Mark for electrical goods. Indian exporters to Japan typically hold ISO 9001 and product-specific Japanese certifications.
What is the shipping time from India to Japan?▾
Sea freight from Indian East Coast (Chennai, Vizag) to Tokyo/Yokohama takes 14-18 days. From West Coast (Mumbai) it takes 18-22 days. Air freight takes 8-10 hours. India-Japan trade benefits from dedicated shipping lines with regular weekly services.

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