Fruits & Vegetables
Indian Fresh Potatoes — Export Grade
HSN 07019000 · Fresh potato exporter India — export-grade Kufri Jyoti and Kufri Pukhraj from UP (Agra/Farrukhabad), West Bengal (Hooghly), Punjab, and Gujarat. Rabi crop harvested January–March, cold-stored (0–4°C) for year-round supply. 100–250g/piece standard export grade; sprouted and green tubers (solanine risk) rejected at grading. Phytosanitary certified. Nepal (₹276 Cr), Oman, Indonesia are top markets. Ventilated dry container — no cold chain cost.
Technical Specifications
Product Specs
Grading & Quality
- Size: 100–150g (medium), 200–250g (big)
- Mature, cured, firm, free of blemishes
- Reject: green potatoes (solanine), sprouted, shriveled, bruised, cut marks
Packing & Handling
- 25kg / 50kg ventilated mesh or jute bags
- Ventilated/open-top container — potatoes need airflow
- Similar logistics to onion
Origin & Traceability
Sourced from Multi-State Sourcing
Geographic Origin
Uttar Pradesh (Agra, Farrukhabad), West Bengal (Hooghly), Punjab, and Gujarat (Banaskantha/Deesa) are India's principal export-potato growing states. Kufri Jyoti and Kufri Pukhraj are the most common export varieties. Cold storage at 0–4°C converts a 2-month harvest window into year-round supply. Nepal (₹276 Cr) is the dominant buyer; Oman and Indonesia are secondary. Ventilated dry container — no cold chain required for fresh export potato.
Harvest Cycle & Availability
When It's Harvested
Potato is a Rabi crop — sown October–November, harvested January–March. Cold storage at 0–4°C is standard across India's potato belt (UP and WB both have large cold-store infrastructure). Cold-stored quality holds for 4–5 months post-harvest; fresh-season stock (January–April) has the best skin quality and firmness. Nepal supply is typically from WB (shortest route); Gulf and SE Asia markets served from UP/Gujarat via Mundra or JNPT.
Rabi
Sown October–November, harvested January–March. Cold-stored at 0–4°C for the rest of the year.
Oct–Nov
Jan–Mar
100%
4–5 months+ (cold storage)
What This Means for You
- Best pricing: Feb–Apr (new crop, fresh stock)
- Cold-storage supply May–Jan — ask for storage exit date, sprouting risk rises with age
Secure Your Allocation
New Rabi crop arrives January. Fresh-crop pricing is best February–April.
Pricing & MOQ
Transparent Pricing
| Quantity | FOB Price/MT | CIF Price/MT | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1×20ft FCL | On request | On request | Standard MOQ — by 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
Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Coverage
Mandatory
- APEDA Registration
- FSSAI License
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Certificate of Origin
Market-Specific
- Indonesia/Malaysia/Sri Lanka: standard phyto + COO
- EU: brown rot/ring rot certification, strict on Solanaceae pests
Shipping & Logistics
Port & Route Data
| Port | Export Value | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Nhava Sheva (JNPT) | — | Primary |
Transit Times
- Nepal: 3–5 days (land)
- Oman: 7–10 days
- Indonesia / Malaysia: 10–15 days
Documents Provided
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List
- Bill of Lading
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary Certificate
Ventilated container — potatoes need airflow to avoid sweating/rot.
Priority Export Markets
Countries We Export Indian Fresh Potatoes To
View country-specific trade information — import compliance, trade agreements, logistics details — for each of our priority markets.
Applications
Common Uses
- Fresh retail & wholesale distribution
- Food-service & restaurant supply
- Chip & processing industry input
Social Proof & Trust
Where It Goes
Top Export Markets
- Nepal276 Cr
- Oman129 Cr
- Indonesia103 Cr
- Malaysia49 Cr
- Sri Lanka44 Cr
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyer Questions, Answered
Main export varieties: Kufri Jyoti (most widely grown, good shelf life), Kufri Pukhraj, and Kufri Badshah. Export size grade: 100–250g/piece (medium-large) — the standard for Gulf, Southeast Asian, and Nepali markets. Over-sized (250g+) or under-sized tubers are graded out. Specify your target weight range and we'll confirm what's available from current cold-stored stock.
Potatoes in cold storage (0–4°C) gradually sprout as they age past their dormancy period, typically 4–5 months post-harvest. Sprouting and exposure to light triggers solanine production — a naturally occurring glycoalkaloid that is toxic above 200mg/kg fresh weight. Green-tinted or sprouted potatoes are rejected at grading and packing. We record cold-storage exit date per lot and provide this to buyers — ask for the exit date when comparing year-round supply sources.
EU potato imports require certification of freedom from brown rot (Ralstonia solanacearum) and ring rot (Clavibacter michiganensis) — both regulated Solanaceae pests in the EU phytosanitary framework. These certifications require field inspection and lab testing at the growing site. Indonesia requires a phytosanitary import permit plus standard COO and phyto certificate. Nepal (₹276 Cr, our top market) requires standard phyto + COO — simpler documentation.
Standard MOQ: 1×20ft FCL (~20 MT). New crop (Jan–Mar harvest) is best for freshness and pricing; cold-stored supply available May–December. Payment: 60% advance + 40% against BL copy. Terms improve — 50/50 on second, 40/60 on third. LC at sight for repeat buyers.
Quality Assurance
Our Commitment
Every potato shipment is graded by weight, inspected for green/sprouted tubers (solanine — a food-safety concern), and cured before packing. Cold-storage exit date recorded to manage sprouting risk.
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