At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF, FCA
India's reactive dyes for cotton & cellulosics export trade
India exported US$1,791.6 mn of dyes in FY2024-25 according to chemexcil.in. That statistical line covers more than reactive dyes for cotton & cellulosics; a product-level figure is not published.
Largest destinations by value share: unavailable
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 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 | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 15–20 d to Genoa/La Spezia via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Spain | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Indonesia | General import clearance | 11-16 days |
| Vietnam | General import clearance | 11-16 days |
| Singapore | General import clearance | 7-12 days |
| Malaysia | General import clearance | 8-12 days |
| Belgium | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 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 | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 28–35 d to Gothenburg via Hamburg/Rotterdam feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Denmark | REACH (ECHA); Classification & SDS (ECHA (CLP 1272/2008)) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Thailand | General import clearance | — |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
Transit times are typical port-to-port estimates; regulatory items are the main product-specific requirements, not an exhaustive list.
Where reactive dyes for cotton & cellulosics is sourced in India
Gujarat — Ahmedabad, Bharuch, Valsad. Vatva, Ankleshwar, Vapi GIDC estates
Maharashtra — Palghar, Ratnagiri. Tarapur, Lote-Parshuram
- Coimbatore-Tiruppur spinning belt / Ludhiana (Tamil Nadu; Punjab; Gujarat; Maharashtra) · ships via Tuticorin (VOC) · season: Cotton season Oct-Sep; new-crop yarn Dec-Mar (ASSUMPTION)
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Strength | 100% (standard), 150% or 200% vs standard type (typical) |
| Moisture | ≤ 5% for powders (typical) |
| Insolubles | ≤ 0.5% (typical) |
| Light fastness | 4-6 on ISO 105-B02 depending on shade (typical) |
| Wash fastness | 4-5 on ISO 105-C06 (typical) |
| Restricted substances | Free of REACH Annex XVII banned aromatic amines; heavy metals within ETAD/ZDHC limits (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 / airway bill
- Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies)
- Certificate of analysis
- Safety data sheet (GHS)
- REACH registration/OR confirmation for EU
- ZDHC MRSL conformance letter on request
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for reactive dyes for cotton & cellulosics exported from India?
Reactive Dyes for Cotton & Cellulosics is usually classified under HS 320416 (Synthetic organic colouring matter - reactive dyes and preparations based thereon). Confirm the 8-digit ITC-HS line with your customs broker before shipping.
Where is reactive dyes for cotton & cellulosics produced in India?
Main clusters: Coimbatore-Tiruppur spinning belt / Ludhiana, Tamil Nadu; Punjab; Gujarat; Maharashtra.
Which documents are needed to export reactive dyes for cotton & cellulosics?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading / airway bill, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Certificate of analysis, Safety data sheet (GHS), REACH registration/OR confirmation for EU. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
What strength do you sell?
Standard (100%) and concentrated (150-200%) grades. Compare price per unit of strength, not per kg.
Are your dyes free of banned amines?
Supplied dyes are tested against REACH Annex XVII amine limits, and reports are available per batch on request.
Can you match our shade?
Yes. Send a standard and the partner lab will submit dips and recipes.
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