At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, FCA, CIF, DAP
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 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); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 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); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| United States | Import permit / phytosanitary (USDA APHIS); Lacey Act (USDA APHIS / CBP) | 24-30 via Suez; 32-40 via Cape days |
| Canada | Phytosanitary (CFIA) | 26-34 via Suez; 34-42 via Cape days |
| Australia | General import clearance | 20-28 days |
| United Arab Emirates | General import clearance | 3-6 days |
| Saudi Arabia | General import clearance | 6-10 days |
| Belgium | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 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); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 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); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| New Zealand | Biosecurity (MPI) | 26-36 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) |
| Ireland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Deforestation due diligence (DG ENV (EUDR 2023/1115 as amended 2025/2650)) | 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 solid wood furniture is sourced in India
Rajasthan — Jodhpur, Jaipur. Basni and Boranada industrial areas, Jodhpur
Uttar Pradesh — Saharanpur.
Kerala — Ernakulam, Thrissur. Teak and plywood
- Upper Assam estates; Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (Assam) · ships via Kolkata/Haldia · season: First flush Mar-Apr; second flush May-Jun; rains Jul-Sep; autumnal Oct-Nov (ASSUMPTION - standard flush calendar)
- Darjeeling hills (87 gardens); Kolkata/Siliguri auctions (West Bengal) · GI tagged · ships via Kolkata/Haldia · season: First flush Mar-Apr; second flush May-Jun; autumn Oct-Nov (ASSUMPTION)
- Coonoor auction centre; Kochi auction (Tamil Nadu; Kerala; Karnataka) · ships via Cochin · season: Year-round plucking, peak Apr-Jun & Oct-Dec (ASSUMPTION)
- Ratnagiri-Devgad (Alphonso) / Malihabad (Dasheri) / Andhra (Banganapalli) (Maharashtra; Gujarat; AP; UP) · ships via Nhava Sheva (sea, Kesar/Alphonso to GCC) · season: Alphonso Mar-May; Kesar Apr-Jun; Banganapalli Apr-Jun; Dasheri Jun-Jul (ASSUMPTION - standard calendar)
- Saharanpur wood-craft cluster (Uttar Pradesh) · ships via Nhava Sheva · season: Year-round
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Species | Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo), mango, acacia, teak, reclaimed timber; iron frames (typical) |
| Moisture content | 8-12% kiln-dried (typical) |
| Construction | Mortise-and-tenon, dowels, KD fittings (typical) |
| Finishes | Natural oil, wax, NC/PU lacquer, water-based paints (typical) |
| Testing | Stability and strength per EN 12521/EN 1730 or ANSI/BIFMA on request (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)
- Phytosanitary/fumigation certificate as required
- ISPM-15 certificate
- Timber legality documents (species, origin, transit permits)
- Lacey Act declaration data (US)
- EUDR due-diligence data (EU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for solid wood furniture exported from India?
Solid Wood Furniture is usually classified under HS 940360 (Other wooden furniture). Bedroom furniture 9403.50, kitchen 9403.40, office 9403.30; seats with wooden frames 9401.61/9401.69.
Where is solid wood furniture produced in India?
Main clusters: Upper Assam estates; Guwahati Tea Auction Centre, Assam; Darjeeling hills (87 gardens); Kolkata/Siliguri auctions, West Bengal; Coonoor auction centre; Kochi auction, Tamil Nadu; Kerala; Karnataka; Ratnagiri-Devgad (Alphonso) / Malihabad (Dasheri) / Andhra (Banganapalli), Maharashtra; Gujarat; AP; UP.
Which documents are needed to export solid wood furniture?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading / airway bill, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Phytosanitary/fumigation certificate as required, ISPM-15 certificate, Timber legality documents (species, origin, transit permits). Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
Why does solid wood crack?
Wood expands and shrinks with humidity. Kiln-drying to about 8-12% moisture and allowing for movement in the design reduce cracking.
Is sheesham CITES-listed?
Dalbergia sissoo was reported removed from CITES Appendix II in 2022. Other rosewoods (Dalbergia) remain listed, so confirm the species.
Can you make knock-down (KD) furniture?
Yes, for many designs, which lowers freight and damage.
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