South Holland at a glance
- Sea transit from India
- 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days, Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) → RotterdamEstimate
Where groundnut kernels buyers are in South Holland
| City | Gateway | Matching buyer sectors |
|---|---|---|
| Rotterdam | Port of Rotterdam (Europe's largest seaport; Maasvlakte I/II deep-sea container terminals) | South Asian grocery wholesalers (Hindustani-Surinamese community) |
| The Hague | Scheveningen (fishing harbour only); Rotterdam for containers (nearby) · Rotterdam The Hag | South Asian grocery & spice wholesalers (largest Hindustani-Surinamese community in NL) |
Buyer sectors are our market assessment from city economic profiles; they show where demand is documented, not named customers.
Groundnut Kernels for South Holland: typical specification
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Count per ounce | Bold 38/42, 40/50, 50/60; Java 50/60, 60/70, 70/80, 80/90 (typical) |
| Moisture | ≤ 7-8% (typical) |
| Admixture | ≤ 0.25-1% (typical) |
| Damaged / broken | ≤ 2-3% (typical) |
| Aflatoxin | Per destination: EU total ≤ 4 µg/kg for direct consumption (verify); typically ≤ 10-20 ppb for Asia |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Wholesale and trade hubs in South Holland
Distribution points where imported goods are traded in the state:
- Maasvlakte I/II (Rotterdam)
- Distripark Maasvlakte, Distripark Botlek, Distripark Eemhaven (bonded logistics parks) (Rotterdam)
- Waalhaven (Rotterdam)
- Haagse Markt (Transvaal - largest open-air market in NL, multicultural) (The Hague)
- Paul Krugerlaan Hindustani retail strip (The Hague)
- Binckhorst industrial zone (The Hague)
Clearing groundnut kernels into Netherlands
| Requirement | Regulator | Document |
|---|---|---|
| Border control & pre-notification | Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE | CHED in TRACES NT; entry via BCP |
| Increased official controls | DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206) | Official certificate + lab results for Annex II items; CHED; identity/physical check at set frequency |
| Ethylene oxide | DG SANTE / RASFF | EtO MRL 0.1 mg/kg (sum) for spices; Spices Board pre-export testing |
Netherlands rules apply nationally; South Holland has no separate import regime for this product in our data. Confirm with your customs broker.
Frequently asked questions
Which cities in South Holland buy groundnut kernels from India?
Rotterdam (South Asian grocery wholesalers (Hindustani-Surinamese community)); The Hague (South Asian grocery & spice wholesalers (largest Hindustani-Surinamese community in NL)).
Which port serves South Holland for shipments from India?
Port of Rotterdam and Scheveningen, about 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days at sea from Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) (estimate). Inland delivery to other cities in the state is by road on DAP terms.
What does a buyer in South Holland need to import groundnut kernels?
Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)); Ethylene oxide (DG SANTE / RASFF). The importer of record handles clearance.
Can you deliver to more than one city in South Holland?
Yes. Split deliveries from one container are possible on DAP terms through partner forwarders, priced per drop.
What is the difference between Bold and Java peanuts?
Bold kernels are large, elongated runner-type peanuts; Java kernels are smaller, rounder Spanish-type peanuts with a higher oil content.
What does 40/50 count mean?
40 to 50 kernels per ounce (28.35 g); lower counts mean larger kernels.
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Groundnut Kernels for South Holland: request a quote
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