Fruits & Vegetables

Indian Fresh Pomegranates — Bhagwa Variety | Solapur Origin | Export Grade

Name: Indian Fresh Pomegranates — Bhagwa Variety | Solapur Origin | Export Grade
Brand: Oceanis Mercantile

HSN 08109010 · Indian pomegranate exporter — Bhagwa variety from Solapur, Maharashtra, India's pomegranate export capital. Two flowering cycles (Ambe Bahar Jul–Sep, Hasta Bahar Dec–Feb) give near year-round availability — unique among Indian fresh fruit. Export value +30% in 2025. UAE (₹305 Cr), Bangladesh, Netherlands are top markets. Brix 15–17°, 200–350g fruit, individually wrapped for transit. Pesticide MRL test report per batch; GLOBALG.A.P. for EU/UK retail. APEDA registered.

APEDA RegisteredFSSAI LicensedMRL Tested

HSN08109010

MOQ1×reefer FCL

OriginSolapur, Maharashtra

Brix15–17°

IncotermsFOB · CIF · CNF

Technical Specifications

Product Specs

Grading & Quality

Variety: Bhagwa (deep red, thick skin, export-preferred)
Fruit weight: 200–250g (medium), 250–350g (large), 350g+ (premium)
Brix: 15–17°
Skin color: 80%+ red blush
Reject: cracked/split, bacterial blight, sunburn, under-colored

Packing & Handling

4kg / 5kg ventilated cartons with foam net sleeves
Individual fruit wrapping reduces transit bruising
Reefer mandatory: 5–7°C

Origin & Traceability

Sourced from Solapur — Maharashtra's Pomegranate Belt

Geographic Origin

Solapur district is the undisputed center of India's pomegranate export industry; Ahmednagar and Nashik are secondary. The Bhagwa variety — deep red, thick skin, high juice content — is the export default. Solapur's dry climate suits pomegranate and reduces disease pressure. Export value grew +30% in 2025; UAE (₹305 Cr), Bangladesh, and Netherlands are the consistent top three markets for Indian pomegranate exports.

Harvest Cycle & Availability

When It's Harvested

Two flowering cycles give India near year-round pomegranate availability — unique among Indian fresh fruits. Ambe Bahar (Jul–Sep harvest) is the larger crop; Hasta Bahar (Dec–Feb harvest) is secondary. Buyers running annual contracts typically cover both cycles in one agreement. The Hasta Bahar window overlaps with grape season, so exporters managing multiple fresh products must plan container allocation across both. Request a year-round supply schedule when enquiring.

Ambe Bahar (main)

Flowering January–February, harvest July–September. The larger of the two crops.

Sowing
Jan–Feb

Harvest
Jul–Sep

Share of Supply
~65%

Storage Life
Fresh — reefer

Hasta Bahar

Flowering June–July, harvest December–February.

Sowing
Jun–Jul

Harvest
Dec–Feb

Share of Supply
~35%

Storage Life
Fresh — reefer

What This Means for You

Near year-round availability from two flowering cycles
Largest volume Jul–Sep (Ambe Bahar)
Book ahead for peak-season volume guarantees

Secure Your Allocation

Two harvest windows per year. Contact us for availability and volume for your target ship month.

Pricing & MOQ

Transparent Pricing

Quantity	FOB Price/MT	CIF Price/MT	Notes
1×reefer FCL	On request	On request	Standard MOQ — by size grade

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

Ventilated carton, individually wrapped

Sizes: With foam net sleeves

Net weight: 4kg / 5kg

Certifications & Compliance

Regulatory Coverage

Mandatory

APEDA Registration
FSSAI License
Phytosanitary Certificate
Pesticide MRL test report

Market-Specific

EU/Netherlands: GLOBALG.A.P. commonly requested
Middle East: standard phyto + COO

Shipping & Logistics

Port & Route Data

Port	Export Value	Role
Nhava Sheva (JNPT)	—	Primary

Transit Times

UAE: 5–8 days
Netherlands / EU: 20–25 days
Bangladesh: 5–7 days

Documents Provided

Commercial Invoice & Packing List
Bill of Lading
Certificate of Origin
Phytosanitary Certificate
MRL test report

Reefer shipping mandatory.

Priority Export Markets

Countries We Export Indian Fresh Pomegranates To

View country-specific trade information — import compliance, trade agreements, logistics details — for each of our priority markets.

🇦🇪UAEFTA→🇸🇦Saudi Arabia→🇧🇩BangladeshFTA→🇳🇱the NetherlandsFTA→

Applications

Common Uses

Fresh retail & wholesale distribution
Juice & concentrate extraction
Food-service & premium hospitality

Social Proof & Trust

Where It Goes

Top Export Markets

UAE305 Cr
Bangladesh125 Cr
Netherlands62 Cr
Nepal53 Cr
Saudi Arabia35 Cr

Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Questions, Answered

What is the difference between Bhagwa and Arakta pomegranate varieties, and which is preferred for export?

Bhagwa (Sindhuri): dark red, thick leathery skin (reduces bruising in transit), sweet flavour, 15–17° Brix — the dominant export variety from Solapur/Ahmednagar. Arakta: slightly deeper red skin, thinner skin (more bruising-prone), comparable Brix — more commonly seen in domestic and regional markets. For export to the UAE, UK, Netherlands, and Bangladesh, Bhagwa is the standard. Specify Bhagwa if your buyer is a European importer.

Why do two harvest cycles make pomegranate an attractive procurement option for importers?

Most Indian fresh produce has a single seasonal window — pomegranate is the exception. Ambe Bahar (July–September) is the larger crop (~65% of volume), while Hasta Bahar (December–February) provides a second window. This means annual supply contracts are possible without off-season gaps. Buyers who plan ahead can lock volume in both windows at pre-season pricing rather than chasing spot availability.

What MRL compliance is required for pomegranate exports to EU and UK?

EU buyers require a pesticide multi-residue MRL test report per batch (EC 396/2005 limits). GLOBALG.A.P. farm certification is commonly requested by EU/UK retail chains. India's pomegranate has appeared on the RASFF system for pesticide non-compliance — we address this by sourcing from MRL-screened orchards and providing batch test reports proactively with every EU/UK shipment.

What is your MOQ and what payment terms do you accept for first-time buyers?

Standard MOQ: 1×reefer FCL (~200–250 MT for bulk). Payment: 60% advance + 40% against BL copy. Terms improve — 50/50 on second, 40/60 on third. LC at sight for repeat buyers. Two harvest windows per year — book ahead of each to secure volume and pricing.

Quality Assurance

Our Commitment

Every pomegranate shipment is size-graded, Brix-tested, and individually wrapped to reduce transit bruising. Phytosanitary and MRL test reports provided per shipment.