At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF, FAS
India's soybean meal export trade
India exported US$1,347 mn of oil meals in FY2024-25 according to static.pib.gov.in. That statistical line covers more than soybean meal; 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 | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 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) | 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) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| 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 |
| Belgium | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE) | 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) | 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) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Singapore | Importer licence & permit (SFA) | 7-12 days |
| Malaysia | Halal (JAKIM); Quarantine (MAQIS / DVS) | 8-12 days |
| Indonesia | Product registration (BPOM); Mandatory halal (BPJPH) | 11-16 days |
| Vietnam | General import clearance | 11-16 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) |
| 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) |
Transit times are typical port-to-port estimates; regulatory items are the main product-specific requirements, not an exhaustive list.
Where soybean meal is sourced in India
Madhya Pradesh — Indore, Ujjain, Dewas, Mandsaur. Largest soybean-processing belt
Maharashtra — Latur, Nagpur, Akola, Amravati. Solvent plants
Rajasthan — Kota, Jhalawar. Hadoti soybean belt
- Kakinada rice-export hub / Raipur / Burdwan (Andhra Pradesh; Chhattisgarh; West Bengal; Telangana; Odisha; UP) · ships via Kakinada · season: Kharif harvest Oct-Dec; rabi Mar-May (ASSUMPTION)
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 46-48% (hipro) or 44-45% (typical) |
| Moisture | ≤ 11-12% (typical) |
| Crude fibre | ≤ 5-6% (typical) |
| Sand / silica | ≤ 1.5-2% (typical) |
| Urease activity | 0.05-0.30 ΔpH (toasted) (typical) |
| GMO status | Non-GMO (India does not approve GM soybean cultivation) |
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)
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of analysis
- Non-GMO certificate / PCR report
- Fumigation certificate (if required)
- Health certificate for feed (where required)
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for soybean meal exported from India?
Soybean Meal is usually classified under HS 230400 (Oilcake and other solid residues from extraction of soya-bean oil). Rapeseed/mustard meal is 2306 41/49; de-oiled rice bran 2306 90.
Where is soybean meal produced in India?
Main clusters: Kakinada rice-export hub / Raipur / Burdwan, Andhra Pradesh; Chhattisgarh; West Bengal; Telangana; Odisha; UP.
Which documents are needed to export soybean meal?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Phytosanitary certificate, Certificate of analysis, Non-GMO certificate / PCR report. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
Is Indian soybean meal non-GMO?
Yes - India has not approved GM soybean cultivation, so Indian meal is non-GMO; identity-preserved lots with PCR tests are available for buyers who need certification.
What protein levels are available?
Typically 46-48% (hipro) and 44-45% standard grades.
Can soybean meal be shipped in containers?
Yes, in 50 kg bags at about 22-25 MT per 20-foot container, or in bulk vessels for large parcels.
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