Why Indian onions for Qatar
Qatar grows little onion of its own; Indian red onion is a regular part of its imports.
Sizes we supply
Red onions supplied by minimum bulb size. Three sizes cover what organised retail and distribution buyers most often request. Ships under HS 0703.10 (fresh or chilled onions and shallots).
| Size |
|---|
| 36 mm+ |
| 45 mm+ |
| 50 mm+ |
Getting it to Qatar
Sea freight from India's west coast ports into Hamad Port.
- Entry: Hamad Port
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 Qatar is regulated by the Ministry of Municipality (plant quarantine) and the Ministry of Public Health (food safety).
India controls onion exports with the domestic crop: they were banned from December 2023 to May 2024, then allowed with a minimum export price and a duty. Since 1 April 2025 there has been no export duty and no minimum export price. The policy can change at short notice, so we confirm the current DGFT position on the day we quote.
Importing into Qatar: what is needed
- Since December 2021 every fresh fruit and vegetable import needs the importer's prior permission from the Ministry of Municipality, applied for online.
- A phytosanitary certificate from India's Plant Protection, Quarantine and Storage directorate (PPQS) goes with every consignment.
- Produce must meet the GCC (GSO) standards for fresh fruit and vegetables.
- We provide a certificate of origin (India origin) from the DGFT certificate-of-origin system.
Packing
- Packaging: Leno mesh katta bags
- Pack sizes: 25 kg to 50 kg
- Shelf life: 2–4 months, kept cool and dry
- Harvest: Rabi crop, March to May
Questions
Quick answers.
Can Balaji Fruit Company supply onions to Qatar?
Qatar grows little onion of its own; Indian red onion is a regular part of its imports. Sizes: 36 mm+, 45 mm+, 50 mm+.
How does Indian produce enter Qatar?
Sea freight from India's west coast ports into Hamad Port. Main entry: Hamad Port.
What is needed to import onions from India into Qatar?
Since December 2021 every fresh fruit and vegetable import needs the importer's prior permission from the Ministry of Municipality, applied for online. A phytosanitary certificate from India's Plant Protection, Quarantine and Storage directorate (PPQS) goes with every consignment. Produce must meet the GCC (GSO) standards for fresh fruit and vegetables. We provide a certificate of origin (India origin) from the DGFT certificate-of-origin system.
What is the HS code for fresh onions?
HS 0703.10, fresh or chilled onions and shallots.
When is onions in season?
Rabi crop, March to May.
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