At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF, FCA
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) |
| South Africa | Labelling (Dept of Health) | 12-18 days |
| Kenya | Registration (KEBS / Pharmacy & Poisons Board) | 9-15 days |
| Tanzania | General import clearance | 10–16 d to Dar es Salaam (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Singapore | Importer licence & permit (SFA) | 7-12 days |
| Malaysia | Halal (JAKIM); Food safety (MOH Food Safety & Quality Division) | 8-12 days |
| Indonesia | Product registration (BPOM); Mandatory halal (BPJPH) | 11-16 days |
| Vietnam | General import clearance | 11-16 days |
| Israel | General import clearance | 12–18 d to Haifa/Ashdod via Suez; Eilat via Red Sea (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2; Red Sea security situation affects routing) |
| Brazil | General import clearance | 30–40 d to Santos via Cape/Durban or Suez–Med transhipment (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Mexico | General import clearance | 35–45 d to Manzanillo (transpacific via Singapore/Busan) or Veracruz (via Atlantic) (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Thailand | General import clearance | — |
| Turkey | General import clearance | 15–22 d to Ambarlı/Istanbul; 14–20 d to Mersin via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Nigeria | Registration (NAFDAC) | 25-38 days |
| Egypt | Factory/brand registration (GOEIC); Arabic labelling & standards (EOS / NFSA) | 12–18 d to Alexandria/Port Said; 8–12 d to Ain Sokhna (Red Sea) (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 instant coffee and chicory blends is sourced in India
Andhra Pradesh — Guntur, Chittoor. Large soluble-coffee plants
Karnataka — Bengaluru, Chikkamagaluru, Hassan. Soluble coffee and chicory
Tamil Nadu — Coimbatore, Tiruvallur. Soluble coffee units
Gujarat — Bharuch, Valsad. Chicory-growing area and processing
- Chikmagalur-Coorg-Hassan belt; Kushalnagar curing works; Bengaluru/Mangaluru exporters (Karnataka; Kerala; Tamil Nadu) · ships via New Mangalore · season: Arabica harvest Nov-Jan; robusta Jan-Mar (ASSUMPTION)
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 3.5-5% (typical) |
| Bulk density | Spray-dried 0.20-0.28 g/ml; agglomerated 0.20-0.26 g/ml (typical) |
| Solubility | Fully soluble in hot water; cold-soluble grades available (typical) |
| Caffeine | ≥ 2.5-4% dry basis (Robusta-rich blends higher) (typical) |
| Chicory blends | e.g. 80:20, 70:30, 53:47 coffee:chicory (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)
- Certificate of analysis
- Coffee Board registration / RCMC reference
- Health certificate where required
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for instant coffee and chicory blends exported from India?
Instant Coffee and Chicory Blends is usually classified under HS 210111 (Extracts, essences and concentrates of coffee). Coffee-chicory mixtures and preparations with a coffee base fall under 2101 12.
Where is instant coffee and chicory blends produced in India?
Main clusters: Chikmagalur-Coorg-Hassan belt; Kushalnagar curing works; Bengaluru/Mangaluru exporters, Karnataka; Kerala; Tamil Nadu.
Which documents are needed to export instant coffee and chicory blends?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Certificate of analysis, Coffee Board registration / RCMC reference, Health certificate where required. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
What instant coffee types do you supply?
Spray-dried powder, agglomerated granules, freeze-dried coffee, coffee-chicory blends and 3-in-1 premixes.
Can you supply private-label instant coffee?
Yes, in jars, pouches or sticks through partner soluble-coffee plants.
What is a coffee-chicory blend?
Instant coffee mixed with roasted chicory extract, a South Indian filter-coffee style; common ratios are 80:20 and 70:30.
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