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Did you know? Indian airport bonded warehouses manage a whopping 850,000 tons of cargo each year, with the facility at Mumbai airport handling about 35% of the nation’s air cargo imports, which are valued at around $45 billion. These warehouses play a vital role in storing pharmaceuticals and electronics that need special care.


Facility Features and Capabilities

The bonded warehouses at major Indian airports come equipped with temperature-controlled storage ranging from -25°C to +25°C, high-security zones for valuable items, areas for handling dangerous goods, and integrated customs examination facilities. This setup allows for duty deferment until the goods clear customs, which is a great cash flow advantage for importers. Airports in Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai operate around the clock, featuring automated handling systems and real-time inventory management.

Operational Benefits and Services

These air cargo bonded warehouses offer a range of value-added services, including sorting, labeling, quality checks, and repackaging. Importers can take advantage of extended storage periods usually between 30 to 90 days without having to pay duties right away, which helps with cash flow management. The facilities also provide consolidation services for less-than-container-load (LCL) air shipments and deconsolidation for bulk imports that need to be distributed to various consignees across India.

Cost Structure and Compliance

Storage fees generally fall between ₹8-25 per kg per week, depending on the type of cargo and its storage needs. Pharmaceutical products that require controlled temperature storage tend to have higher rates, while general cargo enjoys more competitive pricing. Freight forwarding companies oversee the operations of bonded warehouses to help optimize costs for customers and ensure compliance with customs regulations, FSSAI requirements for food products, and drug controller regulations for pharmaceuticals.