Why Indian garlic for Netherlands
Rotterdam is where much of Europe's imported garlic lands before it is redistributed across the EU.
Sizes we supply
Fresh white garlic, sorted by bulb size. Four sizes cover the range organised buyers usually ask for, from 27–32 mm up to 42 mm and above. Ships under HS 0703.20 (fresh or chilled garlic).
| Size | Bulb size |
|---|---|
| AA | 27–32 mm |
| AAA | 33–37 mm |
| AAAA | 38–42 mm |
| Bom | 42 mm+ |
Getting it to Netherlands
Containerised sea freight to Rotterdam, Europe's main fresh-produce gateway.
- Entry: Port of Rotterdam
We quote on Ex Works (EXW) and Free On Board (FOB): our responsibility ends at the Indian port or border point, and the onward leg is the buyer's. Import clearance in Netherlands is regulated by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA).
Importing into Netherlands: what is needed
- No importer licence is needed. Under EU plant health rules every fresh vegetable from outside the EU needs a phytosanitary certificate, which we arrange through PPQS.
- The goods are checked at the EU border post on arrival.
- We provide a certificate of origin (India origin) from the DGFT certificate-of-origin system.
Packing
- Packaging: Mesh bags or Cartons
- Pack sizes: 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg, 25 kg, 30 kg, 50 kg
- Shelf life: 3–6 months, kept cool and dry
- Harvest: Late spring to early summer
Questions
Quick answers.
Can Balaji Fruit Company supply garlic to Netherlands?
Rotterdam is where much of Europe's imported garlic lands before it is redistributed across the EU. Sizes: AA 27–32 mm, AAA 33–37 mm, AAAA 38–42 mm, Bom 42 mm+.
How does Indian produce enter Netherlands?
Containerised sea freight to Rotterdam, Europe's main fresh-produce gateway. Main entry: Port of Rotterdam.
What is needed to import garlic from India into Netherlands?
No importer licence is needed. Under EU plant health rules every fresh vegetable from outside the EU needs a phytosanitary certificate, which we arrange through PPQS. The goods are checked at the EU border post on arrival. We provide a certificate of origin (India origin) from the DGFT certificate-of-origin system.
What is the HS code for fresh garlic?
HS 0703.20, fresh or chilled garlic.
When is garlic in season?
Late spring to early summer.
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