Importing Korean Fashion & Apparel to India: A Practical Guide
Korean fashion (K-fashion) is riding the same cultural wave as K-beauty. Importing apparel to India is more straightforward than regulated categories, but there are still rules to follow.
Standards & Quality Control Orders
Certain textiles and inputs fall under Quality Control Orders requiring BIS conformity — check whether your fabrics or products are covered.
Labeling
- Importer name and address, and country of origin.
- Size, fabric composition, and care instructions.
- MRP as per Legal Metrology.
Duty & Channels
Apparel attracts customs duty and IGST; the India–Korea CEPA can reduce duty with a certificate of origin. Sell via marketplaces (Myntra, Amazon), D2C, or retail partners.
Statura's Korea Desk handles import setup, customs, and marketplace onboarding for K-fashion brands.