At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | Federal food registration / import permit (MOCCAE); Company & product registration before arrival (Dubai Municipality Food Safety Dept) | 3-6 days |
| Saudi Arabia | Importer & product registration (SFDA); Clearance documents (SFDA via FASAH) | 6-10 days |
| Germany | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 20–25 d to Le Havre; 15–20 d to Marseille-Fos (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Italy | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 15–20 d to Genoa/La Spezia via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Spain | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Oman | General import clearance | 3–5 d Mundra/Nhava Sheva → Sohar/Muscat; 4–6 d Salalah (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Qatar | General import clearance | 6–9 d to Hamad Port, often via Jebel Ali/Salalah transhipment (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Kuwait | General import clearance | 8–12 d to Shuwaikh/Shuaiba, usually via Jebel Ali (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Bahrain | General import clearance | 7–10 d via Jebel Ali/Dammam (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Belgium | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 28–35 d to Gdańsk (direct Asia–Baltic loops or via Hamburg/Rotterdam feeder) (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Sweden | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 28–35 d to Gothenburg via Hamburg/Rotterdam feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Denmark | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Ireland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 25–32 d to Dublin via Rotterdam/Antwerp/UK feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
Transit times are typical port-to-port estimates; regulatory items are the main product-specific requirements, not an exhaustive list.
Where fresh cavendish banana is sourced in India
Maharashtra — Jalgaon, Solapur. Jalgaon - largest banana district; Jalgaon Banana GI (not re-verified)
Andhra Pradesh — Anantapur, Kadapa. Large export plantations
Tamil Nadu — Theni, Tiruchirappalli. Export packhouses
Gujarat — Bharuch, Surat, Anand. Growing export supply
- Jalgaon (largest banana district in India) (Maharashtra; Tamil Nadu; AP; Gujarat) · ships via Nhava Sheva (reefer) · season: Year-round; peak Sep-Mar (ASSUMPTION)
- Peri-urban vegetable clusters near BOM/BLR/AMD/MAA airports (Maharashtra; Gujarat; Karnataka; AP; TN; WB) · ships via Nhava Sheva (sea to GCC) · season: Year-round; peak Nov-Mar (ASSUMPTION)
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Finger length | ≥ 20-22 cm (typical) |
| Calibre | 39-46 (typical) |
| Carton net weight | 13-13.5 kg (typical) |
| Transit temperature | 13-14 °C (typical) |
| Maturity | Green, about 75% maturity at harvest (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Export documentation
Documents we prepare or arrange for each shipment:
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading
- Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies)
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Residue test report (APEDA traceability system where applicable)
- Pre-cooling and reefer temperature record
- GlobalG.A.P. certificate copy (if specified)
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for fresh cavendish banana exported from India?
Fresh Cavendish Banana is usually classified under HS 080390 (Bananas, fresh or dried (other than plantains)). Plantains are 0803 10.
Where is fresh cavendish banana produced in India?
Main clusters: Jalgaon (largest banana district in India), Maharashtra; Tamil Nadu; AP; Gujarat; Peri-urban vegetable clusters near BOM/BLR/AMD/MAA airports, Maharashtra; Gujarat; Karnataka; AP; TN; WB.
Which documents are needed to export fresh cavendish banana?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Phytosanitary certificate, Residue test report (APEDA traceability system where applicable), Pre-cooling and reefer temperature record. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
Which banana variety do you export?
Grand Naine (G9), a Cavendish-type banana grown from tissue culture.
How are bananas shipped?
Harvested green, packed in 13 kg cartons and shipped in reefers at 13-14 °C, then ripened at destination.
How many cartons fit in a 40-foot reefer?
About 1,540-1,600 cartons (roughly 20 MT) is typical.
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