At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF, FCA
India's guar gum powder export trade
India exported US$569 mn of guar gum in FY2024-25 according to apeda.gov.in.
Largest destinations by value share: unavailable for FY25 in sources fetched
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); REACH (ECHA) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| United States | Facility registration (FDA); Advance notice of each shipment (FDA) | 24-30 via Suez; 32-40 via Cape days |
| Canada | Importer licence & controls (CFIA (SFCR)); Labelling (CFIA / Health Canada) | 26-34 via Suez; 34-42 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); REACH (ECHA) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); REACH (ECHA) | 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); REACH (ECHA) | 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); REACH (ECHA) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Belgium | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); REACH (ECHA) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); REACH (ECHA) | 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); REACH (ECHA) | 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); REACH (ECHA) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Japan | General import clearance | 18–25 d to Tokyo/Yokohama/Kobe via Singapore (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| South Korea | General import clearance | 16–22 d to Busan via Singapore (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| China | General import clearance | 14–20 d to Shanghai/Ningbo; 12–16 d to Shenzhen via Singapore/Colombo (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Ireland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); REACH (ECHA) | 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 guar gum powder is sourced in India
Rajasthan — Jodhpur, Bikaner, Barmer, Jaisalmer, Hanumangarh. Jodhpur guar split and gum processing cluster; ~70% of crop
Haryana — Bhiwani, Sirsa, Hisar. Guar seed and processing
Gujarat — Banaskantha, Kutch. Guar seed and processing
- Jodhpur guar-split/gum processing cluster (Rajasthan (~70%); Haryana; Gujarat) · ships via Mundra (88,330 of 98,350 MT in 2009-10 port table) · season: Guar seed harvest Oct-Nov (ASSUMPTION)
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity (1%, 25 °C, Brookfield) | 3,000-8,000 cps food grade; 4,500-6,000+ cps fast-hydration oilfield (typical) |
| Moisture | ≤ 12% (typical) |
| Mesh | 100-200 mesh (typical) |
| Protein / ash / AIR | ≤ 5% / ≤ 1% / ≤ 4% (typical) |
| Microbiology (food) | TPC ≤ 5,000 cfu/g; E. coli and Salmonella absent (typical) |
| Contaminants | EtO and PCP not detected for EU food grade |
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)
- Certificate of analysis
- Health certificate (food grade, where required)
- Specification sheet, allergen/GMO statement
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for guar gum powder exported from India?
Guar Gum Powder is usually classified under HS 130232 (Mucilages and thickeners derived from locust beans, locust bean seeds or guar seeds). Guar splits are often under 1302 32 or 1212; guar meal (korma/churi) as animal feed is 2308. Modified guar derivatives may fall under 3913.
Where is guar gum powder produced in India?
Main clusters: Jodhpur guar-split/gum processing cluster, Rajasthan (~70%); Haryana; Gujarat.
Which documents are needed to export guar gum powder?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Certificate of analysis, Health certificate (food grade, where required), Specification sheet, allergen/GMO statement. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
What is the difference between food-grade and oilfield guar gum?
Food grade (E412) has strict microbiological and contaminant limits; oilfield grade is optimised for fast hydration and high viscosity in fracturing fluids.
Which viscosity should I specify?
Food applications typically use 3,000-8,000 cps (1% solution); oilfield fast-hydration grades are specified by viscosity at set times.
Is EU food-grade guar tested for ethylene oxide?
Yes - EU-bound food-grade guar is tested for EtO and pentachlorophenol because of past contamination incidents.
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