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Supplier to Saudi Arabia
IndianXporter is a leading bulk supplier of certified masoor dal / red lentil for the Saudi Arabia market. We provide end-to-end logistics, customs compliance support, and direct shipping to major Saudi Arabia ports.
About Masoor Dal / Red Lentil
Masoor Dal, known internationally as Red Lentil, is one of the world's oldest and most widely consumed pulses — a fast-cooking, high-protein legume that forms the staple protein base across South Asia, the Middle East, and increasingly the Western health-food market. When the brown-skinned whole lentil is dehulled and split, it reveals the bright orange-to-red interior prized for its quick 10–15 minute cook time and creamy texture in dals, soups, and purées.
India is the world's largest producer of lentils, cultivating roughly 1.2 million MT annually, primarily as a Rabi (winter) crop in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The split red lentil requires no soaking, breaks down into a smooth consistency, and carries 24–26% protein, making it a cornerstone ingredient for both traditional cooking and the booming plant-based protein industry. Its mild, earthy flavour and rapid cooking make it the most versatile lentil in global trade.
Globally, red lentils trade in three tiers: premium fast-cooking split grades (such as Red Chief, used in hummus and health foods), standard split grades for food processing and retail, and whole red lentils for traditional cooking and feed. India differentiates on diaspora loyalty, the premium Red Chief grade, and cleaner glyphosate residue profiles compared to bulk-export origins like Canada.
Compliance & Quality Standards for Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is one of the top five destinations for Indian food exports, with significant demand for spices, rice, pulses, and fresh produce. All food shipments require registration with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) and a valid SABER certificate issued through the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) eSABER portal. Halal certification is mandatory across all food categories and must be from an SFDA-approved international Halal certification body. IndianXporter handles the full SFDA product registration workflow, including product data submission, lab test report coordination, and Certificate of Conformity (CoC) from a Saudi-approved inspection body. Arabic labeling must comply with GSO 9 GCC Unified Standards. COO certificates must be attested by the Saudi Embassy in India before export. At IndianXporter, we ensure every batch of masoor dal / red lentil exceeds the quality expectations of Saudi Arabia importers and adheres to all local regulatory mandates.
Our Export Commitment
Processing Excellence
Advanced Sortex-cleaned, graded, and processed in ISO & FDA certified facilities.
Verified Inspection
Full pre-shipment inspections by SGS, Intertek, or QIMA available upon request.
100% Traceability
End-to-end farm-to-port traceability maintained for all international shipments.
Logistics & Shipping to Saudi Arabia
Streamlined transit routes from major Indian ports to ensure fast and secure delivery to Saudi Arabia.
Destination Ports
Direct FCL/LCL shipping to:
Estimated Transit
Port-to-Port lead time:
10-15 Days
From Mumbai / Mundra
Indian Loading Hubs
Consolidated shipments via:
Masoor Dal / Red Lentil Export Specifications
What Drives Masoor Dal / Red Lentil Pricing
Before quoting Saudi Arabia buyers, we track the same factors that move global masoor dal / red lentil FOB rates:
- India Rabi crop outcome in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh — the primary supply driver for red lentils
- Australian counter-seasonal harvest — provides off-season supply that caps global price spikes
- Glyphosate MRL compliance — clean-grower lots command a premium and avoid EU rejection discounts
- Bangladesh import demand — the world's largest red-lentil buyer sets bulk price direction
- USD/INR exchange rate — INR depreciation improves Indian FOB competitiveness
Masoor Dal / Red Lentil Commercial Grades
Choose the grade that matches your Saudi Arabia buyer's application and budget.
Red Chief
- Processing
- Premium dehulled and split — colour sorted, polished
- Colour
- Bright orange, vivid split
- Use Case
- Hummus and dip manufacturing, premium health food — fast cooking
- Pricing
- +$150–$250/MT over standard split
Standard Split
- Processing
- Dehulled and split — machine cleaned
- Colour
- Orange
- Use Case
- Food processing, canned soups, retail packs and diaspora cooking
- Pricing
- Base grade
Whole Red Lentil
- Processing
- Whole lentil — cleaned, not dehulled
- Colour
- Brown exterior, red interior
- Use Case
- Traditional whole-lentil cooking, sprouting, and feed
- Pricing
- −$150–$200/MT below standard split
India vs Canada: Masoor Dal / Red Lentil Sourcing Comparison
Canada (Saskatchewan) is the world's largest lentil exporter, while India is the world's largest producer and consumer. India edges Canada on diaspora loyalty and cleaner glyphosate residue profiles, while Canada holds an edge in bulk-food dominance and marginally higher protein content.
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