At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, CFR, CIF, FCA
India's spice blends and curry powder export trade
India exported US$247.6 mn of curry powder / paste in FY2024-25 according to indianspices.com. That statistical line covers more than spice blends and curry powder; a product-level figure is not published.
Largest destinations by value share: unavailable by country
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Pre-notification (Defra / APHA / FSA); Enhanced controls (FSA / port health) | 20-26 via Suez; 30-37 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 |
| 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 |
| Germany | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 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); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 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); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Bahrain | General import clearance | 7–10 d via Jebel Ali/Dammam (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) |
| 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) |
| Belgium | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 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); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 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); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Ireland | Border control & pre-notification (Member-state BCPs / DG SANTE); Increased official controls (DG SANTE (Reg. (EU) 2019/1793 as amended by 2026/1206)) | 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 spice blends and curry powder is sourced in India
Kerala — Ernakulam (Kochi), Aluva. Spice processing and oleoresin cluster
Maharashtra — Mumbai, Thane, Pune. Masala brands and contract blenders
Delhi — North West Delhi, Ghaziabad (UP). Large masala manufacturers
Gujarat — Ahmedabad, Rajkot. Blenders near seed-spice belt
- Kochi oleoresin cluster (Kerala; Karnataka; Maharashtra) · ships via Cochin · season: Year-round
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 10% (typical) |
| Mesh | 40-60 mesh (typical) |
| Salt content | As per recipe; declared (typical) |
| Microbiology | TPC ≤ 10^5 cfu/g, Salmonella absent (steam-treated blends) (typical) |
| Colours | No synthetic colours unless declared and permitted; Sudan dyes not detected |
| Allergens | Declared per destination rules (EU 14 / US 9 allergens) |
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 (EtO, pesticides, aflatoxin, Sudan dyes where relevant)
- Spices Board quality certificate where required
- Fumigation certificate (if specified)
- Ingredient specification and allergen statement
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for spice blends and curry powder exported from India?
Spice Blends and Curry Powder is usually classified under HS 091091 (Mixtures of spices (curry powder); curry pastes and sauces under 2103 90). Dry spice mixtures are 0910 91; wet curry pastes and cooking sauces are 2103 90.
Where is spice blends and curry powder produced in India?
Main clusters: Kochi oleoresin cluster, Kerala; Karnataka; Maharashtra.
Which documents are needed to export spice blends and curry powder?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Phytosanitary certificate, Certificate of analysis (EtO, pesticides, aflatoxin, Sudan dyes where relevant), Spices Board quality certificate where required. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
Can you produce blends to our own recipe?
Yes, partner manufacturers produce custom and white-label blends to buyer recipes and specifications.
Are your blends tested for EtO and Sudan dyes?
Each blend and its ingredients are tested as required by the destination - EtO for EU/UK and Sudan dyes for chilli-containing blends.
What is the minimum private-label order?
Typically about 1-2 MT per SKU, depending on the pack format and manufacturer.
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