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AIFTA ASEAN–India Free Trade Area

The ASEAN–India trade in goods agreement opened India's large market to ASEAN products. It is Vietnam's only agreement with India, and a review to modernise it is under way.

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Type: ASEAN agreement
Signed: 13 Aug 2009
In force for Vietnam: 1 Jun 2010
Partner markets: 1
Proof of origin: Form AI

Overview

What it changes for buyers

01
India cut or removed duties on about 75% of its tariff lines for ASEAN
02
Gives Vietnamese goods an edge over non-ASEAN competitors in India
03
Stricter origin rule than most ASEAN agreements

Rules of origin

How goods qualify

Dual test: regional value content of at least 35% and a change of tariff subheading (CTSH).

Proof of originForm AI

Product groups that gain most

Machinery and electrical goods
Chemicals and plastics
Steel products
Agricultural products

Sourcing tip

The dual origin test catches many assembled products. Ask for the supplier's cost breakdown early, so you know the 35% threshold is met before the goods ship.

Status as of October 2026, based on the WTO Center of VCCI and official partner announcements. Tariff commitments and origin rules vary by product: check the legal text or ask us before you rely on a preferential rate.

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