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 |
| 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) |
| Singapore | Importer licence & permit (SFA) | 7-12 days |
| Malaysia | Halal (JAKIM); Quarantine (MAQIS / DVS) | 8-12 days |
| Indonesia | Product registration (BPOM); Mandatory halal (BPJPH) | 11-16 days |
| Vietnam | General import clearance | 11-16 days |
| 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) |
| Thailand | General import clearance | — |
Transit times are typical port-to-port estimates; regulatory items are the main product-specific requirements, not an exhaustive list.
Where fresh onion is sourced in India
Maharashtra — Nashik (Lasalgaon), Ahmednagar, Pune, Solapur. Lasalgaon - Asia's largest onion market
Gujarat — Bhavnagar (Mahuva), Rajkot. Red and white onions
Karnataka — Kolar, Chikkaballapur, Chitradurga. Bangalore Rose onion
Madhya Pradesh — Indore, Shajapur, Khandwa. Rabi onion
- Guntur (Asia's largest chilli yard) / Byadgi (Andhra Pradesh; Telangana; Karnataka; MP) · ships via Chennai · season: Harvest Jan-Apr; cold-storage stock traded year-round (ASSUMPTION)
- Lasalgaon (Asia's largest onion market) / Mahuva dehydrated-onion cluster (Maharashtra; Gujarat; Karnataka; MP) · ships via Nhava Sheva · season: Rabi (storable) Mar-May; kharif Oct-Dec; late-kharif Jan-Feb (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 |
|---|---|
| Bulb size | 25-40 mm, 40-55 mm, 55 mm+ (typical) |
| Skin | Dry, well-cured, 2-3 outer skins (typical) |
| Defects | No sprouting, rot or black mould; doubles/splits ≤ 2-3% (typical) |
| Transit | Ventilated container or reefer at 0-2 °C for long routes (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
- Fumigation certificate (if required)
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for fresh onion exported from India?
Fresh Onion is usually classified under HS 070310 (Onions and shallots, fresh or chilled). Bangalore Rose and Krishnapuram onions have had separate policy treatment in past notifications; dehydrated onion is 0712 20.
Where is fresh onion produced in India?
Main clusters: Guntur (Asia's largest chilli yard) / Byadgi, Andhra Pradesh; Telangana; Karnataka; MP; Lasalgaon (Asia's largest onion market) / Mahuva dehydrated-onion cluster, Maharashtra; Gujarat; Karnataka; MP; Peri-urban vegetable clusters near BOM/BLR/AMD/MAA airports, Maharashtra; Gujarat; Karnataka; AP; TN; WB.
Which documents are needed to export fresh onion?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Phytosanitary certificate, Fumigation certificate (if required). Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
Can onions be exported from India now?
The 20% export duty was withdrawn from 1 April 2025 and no later restriction was found in our check, but onion policy changes often - we confirm the DGFT/CBIC position before each contract.
Which size grades are available?
Typically 25-40 mm, 40-55 mm and 55 mm+ bulb diameter.
What is Bangalore Rose onion?
A small, pungent onion variety from Karnataka exported mainly to South-East Asia.
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