AIFTA Rules of Origin Explained

ASEAN-India Free Trade Area (AIFTA) — in force since 1 January 2010 Overview. ASEAN-India Free Trade Area (AIFTA) is in force since 1 January 2010. The goods agreement applies between India and ten ASEAN states: it took effect on 1 January 2010 with Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand and with the other seven between June 2010 and August 2011. Services and investment are covered by two separate agreements signed in November 2014, and a review of the goods agreement was still being negotiated in July 2026. This page sets out its rule of origin: the test goods must pass to get the agreement's rate. The rule. One rule covers every product not wholly obtained: AIFTA content of at least 35% of the FOB value and a change of tariff subheading (six digits), both; there are no product-specific rules (rule 5(1) of Notification 189/2009-Customs (N.T.); Annex 2 of the agreement). How to check your product. Frequently Asked Questions. Check the duty on your product.

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