At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP
India's fresh table grapes export trade
India exported US$25 mn of fresh grapes in FY2024-25 according to .
Largest destinations by value share: unavailable
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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) |
| United Kingdom | Pre-notification (Defra / APHA / FSA); Labelling (FSA / Defra) | 20-26 via Suez; 30-37 via Cape days |
| 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 |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| Bahrain | General import clearance | 7–10 d via Jebel Ali/Dammam (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) |
| Bangladesh | General import clearance | 7–12 d by feeder via Colombo/Singapore to Chattogram; land route via Petrapole–Benapole 1–3 d from Kolkata (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Sri Lanka | General import clearance | 2–4 d Nhava Sheva/Tuticorin/Chennai → Colombo (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Nepal | General import clearance | Rail/road: Kolkata → Birgunj 3–7 d; Delhi/NCR road → Sunauli/Raxaul 2–4 d (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 table grapes is sourced in India
Maharashtra — Nashik, Sangli, Pune, Solapur. Nashik Grapes GI (registry not re-verified); main export belt
Karnataka — Vijayapura, Bagalkot. Secondary supply
- Kochi spice trade hub (Mattancherry) / Wayanad (Kerala; Karnataka) · ships via Cochin · season: Harvest Dec-Feb (ASSUMPTION)
- Nashik (Pimpalgaon-Niphad-Dindori) - ~80% of exports (industry claim, unverified) (Maharashtra; Karnataka) · ships via Nhava Sheva (reefer to EU/UK/Russia) · season: Harvest/export window Jan-Apr; Netherlands/UK programmes booked Oct-Dec (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 |
|---|---|
| Berry diameter | 16-18 mm+ for white seedless; 18 mm+ premium (typical) |
| TSS (Brix) | ≥ 16-18 °Brix (typical) |
| Bunch weight | 300-700 g (typical) |
| Shipping temperature | 0 to +1 °C, RH 90-95% (typical) |
| Residues | Within destination MRLs, verified via GrapeNet for EU |
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 table grapes exported from India?
Fresh Table Grapes is usually classified under HS 080610 (Grapes, fresh). Raisins (dried grapes) are 0806 20.
Where is fresh table grapes produced in India?
Main clusters: Kochi spice trade hub (Mattancherry) / Wayanad, Kerala; Karnataka; Nashik (Pimpalgaon-Niphad-Dindori) - ~80% of exports (industry claim, unverified), Maharashtra; Karnataka; Peri-urban vegetable clusters near BOM/BLR/AMD/MAA airports, Maharashtra; Gujarat; Karnataka; AP; TN; WB.
Which documents are needed to export fresh table grapes?
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.
When is the Indian grape export season?
Roughly January to April, with peak shipments in February and March.
What is GrapeNet?
APEDA's online traceability and residue-monitoring system that registers grape farms and tests produce for EU exports.
Which varieties do you supply?
Thompson Seedless and clones such as Sonaka, black Sharad and Krishna Seedless, and red Crimson and Flame Seedless.
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