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Carrots
Fresh Vegetables SKU: XP-0061

Carrots

Fresh, crispy Carrots harvested daily and sorted to meet international export standards.

Commercial Trade Terms

Min. Order (MOQ)

500 Kg

HS Code

0701

Origin

India

Price Range

Price on Request

Export Documents

  • Certificate of Origin (APEDA)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate (PPQS)
  • Pesticide Residue / MRL Report
  • SGS / Bureau Veritas Pre-Shipment Inspection
  • Cold-Chain / Temperature Log
  • Commercial Invoice & Packing List
  • Bill of Lading

Available Bag Sizes

2 kg pack5 kg pack10 kg carton20 kg mesh sack

Available Bag Types

Vented poly packMesh / leno net sackVentilated corrugated cartonPlastic crate

Product Overview

COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Sourced directly from fertile Indian farms, our Carrots is crisp, fresh, and free from harmful chemicals. We follow strict post-harvest protocols to ensure the vegetables reach our global clients in pristine condition. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Carrots meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide. Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Carrots is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.

As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Carrots meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide.

Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Carrots is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.

What is Carrots?

Carrot (Daucus carota) is a globally consumed root vegetable valued for its sweet flavour, vibrant colour and high beta-carotene content. India is a leading producer, cultivating carrots across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka with a winter-dominant harvest (October-February) and multi-seasonal supply from southern regions.

Rich in beta-carotene (provitamin A), fibre and antioxidants, carrots serve fresh retail, food service and a growing value-added segment of pre-cut and vacuum-packed products. Their firm root structure and multi-week cold-storage life make them well suited to packaged export to Asian, Gulf and European markets.

Technical Specifications

Variety Red/Asian (Nantes-type) and Orange (European) cultivars
Length Premium: 15-22 cm; consistent diameter 20-35 mm
Colour Deep orange to red, uniform (variety dependent)
Texture/Firmness Firm, crisp, smooth skin; no cracking, forking or greening
Topping Topped (leaves removed); washed or field-clean
Moisture Content 88-90% (fresh vegetable standard)
Shelf Life (Refrigerated 0-2ยฐC) 4-6 weeks at 95% RH
Post-Harvest Treatment Washing, optical/Sortex grading, pre-cooling, poly or mesh packing

Commercial Grades & Classification

Premium Grade A

Processing: Washed, optical-graded, pre-cooled, poly packed

Colour: Deep uniform orange/red

Use Case: Premium packaged retail in GCC and Europe

+20โ€“35% over standard

Standard Export Grade

Processing: Washed, graded, mesh or carton packed

Colour: Orange, minor size variation accepted

Use Case: Wholesale and food service in Southeast Asia and Gulf

Base reference grade

Processing / Pre-Cut Grade

Processing: Peeled, cut, vacuum or MAP packed

Colour: Orange batons/slices

Use Case: Pre-cut salad kits, juice and processing

+10โ€“25% (value-added)

Indicative FOB Pricing

Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.

Grade FOB Price (USD/MT) Notes
Premium Grade A $0.45 โ€“ $0.70/kg Packaged retail โ€” GCC and Europe (indicative Q1 2026)
Standard Export Grade $0.30 โ€“ $0.45/kg Southeast Asia and Gulf wholesale (indicative Q1 2026)
Processing / Pre-Cut $0.55 โ€“ $0.95/kg Value-added pre-cut and juice (indicative Q1 2026)

Price Influencing Factors

  • โ€ขWinter harvest volume in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh โ€” frost can reduce quality
  • โ€ขCold-chain and pre-cooling infrastructure cost from interior regions to ports
  • โ€ขDiameter and cosmetic uniformity โ€” Gulf markets demand consistent premium grade
  • โ€ขDomestic consumption surges during winter reducing export availability
  • โ€ขCompetition from Chinese carrots on price in developing markets
  • โ€ขUSD/INR exchange rate โ€” INR depreciation improves Indian FOB competitiveness

India vs China: Carrots Comparison

India competes on quality, freight proximity to Asian and Gulf markets and a growing organic segment, while China dominates global carrot export volume on price.

Aspect ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India ๐ŸŒ China
Export Scale $50-70M/yr โ€” 2.5-3% of global trade World's largest carrot exporter
Quality Positioning Sortex/optical-graded premium grade Large-scale commodity supply
Freight Advantage Proximity to South Asia and Gulf Global reach at low cost
Certification APEDA, Global GAP and organic available Variable by region
FOB Price $0.30โ€“$0.95/kg by grade Competitive bulk benchmark

Applications & End-Use Markets

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Fresh Packaged Retail

Premium washed and packaged carrots for modern-trade supermarkets across the Gulf and Europe.

UAESaudi ArabiaUKGermany
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Pre-Cut & Convenience

Peeled carrot batons and slices for salad kits, snack packs and convenience retail.

UAEEUSingapore
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Juice & Processing

Carrots for juice, puree, baby food and dehydrated/processed vegetable manufacturing.

IndiaUAEUK
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HORECA & Foodservice

Bulk carrots for hotels, catering and quick-service restaurant chains across the Gulf and Southeast Asia.

UAEQatarMalaysia

Global Trade Architecture

Primary Supply Origins

China

World's largest carrot exporter

Dominates global volume and pricing.

India

$50-70M/yr (2.5-3% of trade)

Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka drive supply.

Netherlands

Premium re-export hub

High-value packaged and organic carrot trade.

Key Consumption Nodes

Southeast Asia โ€” Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore

Demand for 2-5 kg packaged carrots with extended shelf life for retail and processing.

Middle East โ€” UAE, Saudi Arabia

Premium-grade, consistent-diameter carrots for modern retail and food service.

European Union

Focus on organic certification, traceability and pesticide-residue compliance.

USA & Canada

Small but growing market requiring pre-shipment certifications and sanitary documentation.

Market Intelligence

India is a leading carrot producer and exporter, supplying fresh, premium-quality carrots to global markets. The Indian carrot trade is characterized by diverse growing regions (Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka), multi-seasonal availability, and competitive pricing. Indian carrots compete on quality, consistency, and freight proximity in Asian, Middle Eastern, and increasingly European markets.

Market Size

Global carrot market valued at approximately USD 8โ€“9 billion annually. Indian carrot exports: USD 50โ€“70 million annually, representing 2.5โ€“3% of global trade. Domestic consumption of ~10 million tonnes dwarfs exports, reflecting India's position as a major producer and home consumer.

Growth Rate

5โ€“7% CAGR for Indian carrot exports โ€” driven by expanded cold-chain infrastructure, export certification improvements, and growing demand in Southeast Asia and the UAE.

Core Demand Drivers

  • Rising Asian demand for fresh vegetables โ€” Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore seek reliable carrot supplies for retail and processing
  • UAE and Saudi Arabia importing premium packaged carrots for modern retail and foodservice chains
  • Increasing adoption of cold-chain storage and pre-cooling facilities enabling year-round supply
  • Growing organic carrot certification driving premium pricing in EU and North American niche markets
  • Expansion of Indian foodservice and quick-service restaurant chains requiring bulk, consistent carrot supplies
  • Climate stability in major growing regions (Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra) supporting reliable harvests

Supply Dynamics

Production is distributed across multiple harvest windows โ€” winter (Octoberโ€“February) in northern and central regions dominates, while southern areas supply spring-summer crops. Cold storage chains in major export hubs (Indore, Pune, Bangalore) allow year-round availability. Sortex and optical grading machines ensure export-grade quality. Primary supply constraints include seasonal gluts suppressing prices and occasional water stress in drier states.

โš  India Risk Factor

Weather volatility during winter growing seasons (late-sown crops face frost risk) can reduce yields and quality. Pest pressure (carrot fly, aphids) and fungal diseases (root rot) demand pesticide management, affecting organic certification claims. Logistics costs from interior growing regions to ports remain high. Domestic consumption surges during winter festivals can reduce export availability. Imported carrots from China and other producers compete on price in developing markets.

Future Outlook

Indian carrot exports will expand 6โ€“8% annually through 2030, driven by improved cold-chain infrastructure, premium-organic category development, and deeper penetration into Middle Eastern modern retail. Value-added products (pre-cut, vacuum-packed) represent a high-margin frontier. Sustainability certifications (rainforest alliance, carbon-neutral shipping) will differentiate premium supplies.

HS / HSN Codes

Product Type HS 6-Digit ITC-HS 8-Digit Description
Fresh Carrots 0706.10 07061000 Carrots and turnips, fresh or chilled

Certifications & Compliance Standards

Standard Code / Reference Note
APEDA Export Registration APEDA Certificate Mandatory for fresh vegetable exports; covers MRL and traceability
Phytosanitary Certification IPPC / ISPM Plant quarantine clearance for EU, GCC and Southeast Asia
Global GAP GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Good agricultural practice โ€” valued by premium retail buyers
FSSAI FSS Act 2006 Indian food safety registration for packhouse handling
EU Pesticide MRL Regulation EC 396/2005 Residue limits are critical for EU and UK market entry

Storage, Handling & Logistics

Shelf Life

4-6 weeks at 0-2ยฐC with 95% RH (refrigerated); 1-2 weeks at ambient temperature

Storage Conditions

0-2ยฐC with 90-95% relative humidity; carrots store well long-term when topped and pre-cooled; keep away from ethylene-producing fruits to prevent bitterness.

Container Type

Reefer container at 0-2ยฐC with high humidity; poly or mesh packs in ventilated cartons for airflow.

Fumigation

Phytosanitary inspection required; visual inspection for carrot fly and quarantine pests; no harmful chemical fumigation needed.

Storage Advantage

Multi-week cold-storage life and firm root structure make carrots well suited to packaged long-haul ocean freight.

Why Source Carrots from India?

  • Leading producer with multi-seasonal availability across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh
  • Freight and proximity advantage into Southeast Asia and the Gulf
  • Sortex/optical grading ensuring consistent premium export quality
  • Growing cold-chain and pre-cooling infrastructure for year-round packaged supply
  • APEDA and Global GAP certified exporters with organic options for EU/North America
  • High-margin value-added frontier โ€” pre-cut and vacuum-packed carrot products
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Industrial Usage

Bulk supply for various manufacturing, processing, and distribution sectors. High-purity technical grades available for industrial procurement and technical application.

Standard

Technical Grade

Supply

Bulk Only

Industrial Specs

Packaging & Logistics

Standard Packaging

Export Standard Cartons / Palletized

Private Label / OEM

Custom Packaging & OEM Support Available

Port of Loading

Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) or Mundra Port

Incoterms

FOB, CIF, CFR accepted

B2B Solutions

Private Label Carrots

Establish your own brand in the international market. We provide end-to-end custom white-label packaging and branding solutions for retail distribution. Get retail-ready Carrots under your brand name with our expert OEM services.

  • Custom pouch, jar & bulk bag design
  • Multi-lingual labeling & regulatory compliance
  • FSSAI, ISO & FDA certified facilities
  • Flexible packaging sizes (100g to 50kg)
OEM Solutions

Retail Ready

From Design to Delivery

Export Markets

USA UAE Europe South East Asia

We provide market-specific compliance documentation for each destination. Contact us for country-specific certifications.

Importing Carrots: B2B FAQs

What is the lead time for a bulk order of Carrots?
Our standard lead time for Carrots is 7-14 business days from order confirmation to dispatch from an Indian port. For private label orders, allow an additional 5 days for packaging customization.
Can I request a sample of Carrots before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Carrots for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Carrots?
We primarily quote on FOB (Nhava Sheva/Mundra) or CIF (Destination Port) basis. We can also provide CFR and door-to-door DDP pricing for specific regions upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Carrots?
Our standard MOQ for Carrots is 500 Kg. However, we can accommodate smaller trial orders or mixed container shipments (LCL) for new B2B partners seeking to evaluate our quality.
Do you provide samples and laboratory reports for Carrots?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Carrots to ensure full compliance with your destination country's regulations.
What are the export logistics and lead times for bulk orders?
We primarily ship through Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Mundra ports using FOB, CIF, or CFR terms. Standard lead time for Carrots is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.

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