Fruits & Vegetables
Indian Gherkins — Provisionally Preserved | Bulk Industrial
HSN 07114000 · Gherkins provisionally preserved India — bulk intermediate product in salt brine or SO2 solution, for industrial re-packers and pickle manufacturers who apply their own vinegar formulation. Not retail-ready. Distinct from our finished vinegar-pickled gherkins (HSN 20011000, retail-ready). Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh sourcing; 200kg bulk drums. SO2 residual levels tested per batch and supplied within EU/FDA specifications. APEDA registered, FSSAI licensed.
Technical Specifications
Product Specs
Grading & Quality
- Preserved in salt brine or SO2 solution
- Firmness and defect-free ratio tested
- Salt concentration / SO2 residual level within spec
Packing & Handling
- 200kg plastic drums with brine solution
- Standard dry van — drums leak-tested before loading
- For further processing — not retail-ready
Origin & Traceability
Sourced from Karnataka / Andhra Pradesh
Geographic Origin
Same contract-farming belts as our finished vinegar-brined gherkins (Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh), different processing stage. Provisionally preserved gherkins are a bulk intermediate for European, US, and Australian pickle manufacturers who apply their own vinegar formulations and pack under their own brands. The distinction from HSN 20011000 (finished retail) matters for tariff classification and buyer type — industrial re-packers, not grocery importers.
Harvest Cycle & Availability
When It's Harvested
Contract-farmed with staggered sowing across South India. Provisionally preserved in salt brine or SO2 solution, the product holds for extended periods before the industrial buyer applies final processing. Unlike the finished vinegar product, SO2-brined provisional gherkins must be desalted and rinsed before the buyer's own pickling process — this is expected by industrial buyers and built into the product specification. Lead time: 4–6 weeks from order confirmation.
Staggered
Contract-farmed year-round. Provisionally preserved in brine for extended shelf life.
Staggered
Year-round
100%
Extended (brined)
Pricing & MOQ
Transparent Pricing
| Quantity | FOB Price/MT | CIF Price/MT | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1×20ft FCL | On request | On request | Standard MOQ |
- Price validity: Price valid for the date of quotation only (subject to market fluctuation and season). Always confirm price at the time of placing the order.
- Payment: 60% advance + 40% against BL copy (first orders); 50% advance + 50% against BL copy (second orders); 40% advance + 60% against BL copy (third orders); LC at sight for repeat buyers
- Currency: USD default, EUR on request
Packaging & Labeling
Packaging Formats
Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Coverage
Mandatory
- APEDA Registration
- FSSAI License
Market-Specific
- EU: SO2 residual limits, food-contact material compliance for drums
Shipping & Logistics
Port & Route Data
| Port | Export Value | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai Sea | — | Primary |
| Nhava Sheva (JNPT) | — | Secondary |
Transit Times
- Russia / EU: 20–25 days
- USA: 25–30 days
Documents Provided
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List
- Bill of Lading
- Certificate of Origin
Standard dry van. Drums must be leak-tested before loading.
Priority Export Markets
Countries We Export Indian Gherkins To
View country-specific trade information — import compliance, trade agreements, logistics details — for each of our priority markets.
Applications
Common Uses
- Industrial re-processing & pickling
- Food-manufacturing input
- Bulk re-packing for retail
Social Proof & Trust
Where It Goes
Top Export Markets
- Russia159 Cr
- Spain132 Cr
- France116 Cr
- USA113 Cr
- Belgium53 Cr
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyer Questions, Answered
Provisionally preserved (HSN 07114000): gherkins preserved in salt brine or SO2 solution specifically to halt fermentation and extend shelf life for transport — NOT finished product. Industrial buyers (pickle manufacturers, re-packers) import this to process into their own finished pickle products using their own vinegar formulation, flavouring, or brine. Vinegar-pickled (HSN 20011000): our finished retail-ready product. If you are a pickle manufacturer or re-packer, provisionally preserved is your input. If you are a retailer or distributor, you want the finished vinegar product.
The EU permits SO2 as a preservative in provisionally preserved vegetables (E220/E228) at specific maximum levels — typically ≤100mg/kg residual in the drained product after processing by the buyer. USA FDA permits SO2 use in similar intermediate food products. As an intermediate industrial input, the SO2 is expected to be processed out or diluted in the buyer's final pickling process. We provide SO2 residual test results per batch and supply to destination-market specifications.
Standard MOQ: 1×20ft FCL (200kg bulk drums). Payment: 60% advance + 40% against BL copy. Terms improve — 50/50 on second, 40/60 on third. LC at sight for repeat buyers. This is an industrial intermediate — specify your processing setup and SO2/salt brine specification.
Quality Assurance
Our Commitment
Salt concentration, SO2 residual levels, firmness, and defect-free ratio tested per batch. Drums leak-tested before loading.
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