India-EU Free Trade. The 0% Duty Shift for Bag Sourcing
You source bags for Europe. Costs matter. Risk matters. Speed matters. The India-EU Free Trade Agreement signed on January 27, 2026 changes all three.
For years, Indian bag exports faced EU duties between 8% and 12%. Those duties pushed buyers toward other regions. Those days are over. The new agreement sets the duty at 0%. You keep the margin. You keep the quality. You reduce risk.
What Changed in 2026
- EU import duty on Indian bags drops to 0%.
- Landed cost falls without cutting specs.
- Compliance pressure rises across Europe.
- Supply chains shift toward audited factories.
- Long term contracts gain price stability.
This deal removes a structural cost gap. It also rewards suppliers with clean audits, stable capacity, and repeatable quality.
Price Reality. Simple Example
| Source | Old EU Duty | New EU Duty | Impact on Your Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| India. Optima Bags | 8% to 12% | 0% | Direct savings on every shipment |
| Bangladesh or Pakistan | 0% | 0% | Higher audit pressure in EU |
| Vietnam | 0% | 0% | Limited flexibility on small runs |
If your FOB is 10 euros, an 8% duty adds 0.80 euros per piece. At 50,000 units, that equals 40,000 euros. The new rate sets that number to zero.
Why European Brands Pick Optima
You do not buy bags. You buy reliability. You buy brand safety. You buy repeat supply. Our factory in Delhi-NCR delivers on each point.
Audits and Compliance
ISO 9001. ISO 14001. ISO 45001. SEDEX 4-Pillar. Your compliance team stays calm.
Factory Control
30,000 sq ft plant. In-house cutting. Stitching. Finishing. Packing. You deal with one team.
Capacity and Speed
40,000 to 60,000 bags per month. New styles in 45 to 50 days. Repeat styles in 25 to 30 days.
Customization
Fabrics. Trims. Colors. Prints. Hardware. You control the spec. We execute it.
Quality Process
Inline checks. Final inspection. AQL based audits. Fewer surprises at your warehouse.
Logistics Reach
Regular routes to Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Felixstowe. Predictable transit cycles.
What You Source From Us
- Backpacks for retail and promo
- Duffel and gym bags
- Tote bags and canvas shoppers
- School backpacks
- Laptop and office bags
- Luggage and travel bags
MOQ starts from 100 units per style. Scale up without changing suppliers.
How to Start
- Send your tech pack or reference sample.
- Get a clear quote with timelines.
- Approve the sample.
- Lock production.
- Ship under the new 0% duty rule.
You keep control. You see progress. You receive on schedule.
Start Using 0% Duty Pricing
Shift your sourcing. Cut landed cost. Protect your brand. Build a stable supply line with Optima Bags in India.
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