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India to Netherlands Trade Data (FY2024)

Source: DGFT / Ministry of Commerce public statistics

India Exports

$9.8B

India Imports

$5.1B

Trade Balance

+$4.7B

YoY Growth

+6.2%

Top Indian Exports to Netherlands

ProductValue (USD)
Petroleum Products$3.8B
Chemicals$1.2B
Textiles & Apparel$0.8B
Pharmaceuticals$0.7B
Food Products$0.6B

Key Facts

Netherlands is India's #1 trade partner in EU after Germany

Rotterdam is Europe's largest port — gateway for Indian goods into EU

Netherlands is the 4th largest FDI source for India

Strong Dutch-Indian ties in agriculture, water management, and logistics

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Frequently asked questions: India to Netherlands trade

What does India export to the Netherlands?▾
India's top exports include petroleum products ($3.8B), chemicals ($1.2B), textiles ($0.8B), pharmaceuticals ($0.7B), and food products ($0.6B). The Netherlands serves as a key entry point for Indian goods into the entire EU market via Rotterdam.
Why is the Netherlands important for India-EU trade?▾
Rotterdam is Europe's largest port and the primary gateway for Indian goods entering the EU. Products cleared in the Netherlands can move freely across all 27 EU member states. Many Indian exporters use Dutch importers and logistics providers for EU-wide distribution.
How can Dutch importers source from India?▾
Register free on diipl as an international buyer. Specify your requirements and our team matches you with GSTIN-verified Indian exporters. EU importers benefit from the EU GSP scheme for reduced tariffs on qualifying Indian goods.
What EU certifications are needed for Indian goods?▾
Key EU requirements: CE marking (consumer goods), REACH (chemicals), EU organic certification (food), GMP (pharma), and Ecodesign Directive (electronics). Products entering via Netherlands must comply with EU-wide standards.
What is the shipping time from India to Netherlands?▾
Sea freight from Indian ports to Rotterdam takes 18-22 days via Suez Canal. Rotterdam handles 14.5M TEU annually with world-class efficiency. Air freight to Schiphol takes 8-10 hours. Most B2B trade uses CIF Rotterdam or DDP terms.

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