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Field Beans
Pulses SKU: XP-0095

Field Beans

Premium Field Beans pulses, sorted and cleaned for uniform size and maximum nutritional value.

Commercial Trade Terms

Min. Order (MOQ)

1 Metric Ton

HS Code

0713

Origin

India

Price Range

Price on Request

Export Documents

  • Certificate of Origin (FIEO / APEDA)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate (PPQS)
  • Fumigation Certificate
  • SGS / Bureau Veritas Inspection Report
  • Pesticide Residue / MRL Report
  • Bill of Lading
  • Commercial Invoice & Packing List

Available Bag Sizes

25 kg50 kg1000 kg Jumbo

Available Bag Types

PP (Polypropylene)BOPP LaminatedJuteNon-WovenBulk Jumbo Bag

Product Overview

COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Our Field Beans is a rich source of plant-based protein, meticulously cleaned and graded to remove impurities. It is stored in moisture-proof warehouses to preserve its nutritional integrity and cooking quality. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Field Beans 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 Field Beans 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 Field Beans 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 Field Beans 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 Field Beans?

Field Beans (Dolichos lablab, also called Lablab bean or Hyacinth bean) are a nitrogen-rich legume crop cultivated across India for culinary and nutritional purposes. The beans are harvested from mature pods and dried to optimal moisture content for long-term storage. Rich in plant-based protein (20-25%), fiber, and essential amino acids, field beans are staple ingredients in Indian cuisine and increasingly popular in health-conscious global food markets.

Indian field bean production is concentrated in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, where tropical climate supports high-yielding cultivation. The beans are processed through mechanical cleaning, sortex separation, and grading to ensure premium export quality. Post-harvest handling follows strict food safety protocols including HACCP certification and pesticide residue testing.

Field beans are traditionally featured in Indian dal preparations and are gaining traction in plant-based food manufacturing, animal feed formulations, and nutritional supplement production globally.

Technical Specifications

Variety (Premium Export) Black Field Beans, Brown Field Beans, White Field Beans (sorted by seed coat color)
Kernel Size Medium to Large (8-10mm length); uniform sizing for premium grade
Protein Content 20-25% (on dry weight basis)
Germination Rate โ‰ฅ95% (viability standard for planting-grade beans)
Color Natural black, brown, or white โ€” no fading or discoloration
Moisture Content 10-12% (optimal for 12-24 month shelf life)
Purity โ‰ฅ99% (sortex cleaned; <1% foreign matter, broken seeds)
Post-Harvest Treatment Mechanical cleaning, sortex separation, grading; no chemical fumigation

Commercial Grades & Classification

Premium Sortex Grade

Processing: Sortex colour-sorted, polished, uniform-sized

Colour: Uniform black / brown / white per variety

Use Case: Premium retail, organic health-food, diaspora cooking

+$80โ€“$150/MT over standard

Standard Machine-Cleaned

Processing: Machine cleaned and graded

Colour: Natural; minor variation acceptable

Use Case: General food processing, retail packs, diaspora cooking

Base reference grade

Feed / Bulk Grade

Processing: Bulk cleaned, basic grading

Colour: Mixed; broken seeds permitted

Use Case: Animal feed, aquaculture, and protein-meal formulations

โˆ’$100โ€“$150/MT below standard

Indicative FOB Pricing

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

Grade FOB Price (USD/MT) Notes
Premium Sortex Grade $900 โ€“ $1,200/MT Organic/premium for EU and North American health food (indicative)
Standard Machine-Cleaned $700 โ€“ $950/MT Retail and diaspora cooking benchmark (indicative)
Feed / Bulk Grade $600 โ€“ $800/MT Animal feed and aquaculture protein (indicative)

Price Influencing Factors

  • โ€ขIndia Kharif harvest in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu โ€” primary supply driver
  • โ€ขMonsoon variability (Juneโ€“Sept) affecting yield and grain quality
  • โ€ขOrganic certification โ€” NPOP/NOP lots command 25โ€“40% premiums
  • โ€ขPlant-based protein and aquaculture-feed demand setting volume direction
  • โ€ขCompetition from Myanmar, Tanzania, and African producers capping commodity margins
  • โ€ขUSD/INR exchange rate โ€” INR depreciation improves FOB competitiveness

India vs Myanmar: Field Beans Comparison

Myanmar is a major low-cost field-bean and pulse exporter competing on price in commodity segments. India edges Myanmar on processing infrastructure, organic certification availability, residue compliance, and diaspora trust, while Myanmar competes on raw commodity cost.

Aspect ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India ๐ŸŒ Myanmar
Production Role Large producer (~1.2โ€“1.5M MT); 20โ€“25% exported Major low-cost pulse exporter
Processing & Grading Sortex and grading infrastructure Less developed processing
Organic Supply Established NPOP organic network Limited certified organic supply
Residue Compliance EU/NA MRL-compliant lots available Variable residue management
FOB Price $600โ€“$1,200/MT by grade Marginally lower on bulk commodity

Applications & End-Use Markets

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Plant-Based Protein

Field beans (20โ€“25% protein) supply plant-based meat alternatives, protein powders, and nutritional supplements for the fast-growing plant-protein industry.

USAGermanyUKNetherlands
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Aquaculture & Animal Feed

Used as a sustainable protein source in fish meal, poultry, and livestock feed formulations across Southeast Asia.

VietnamThailandIndonesiaMalaysia
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Diaspora Retail & Cooking

Traditional dal and legume preparations for Indian and African diaspora communities; 25kg and 50kg retail and wholesale packs.

UKUAEUSACanada
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Organic Health Food

NPOP organic-certified field beans for clean-label health-food retail commanding sustained premiums.

GermanyUSANetherlandsUK

Global Trade Architecture

Primary Supply Origins

India

Large producer (~1.2โ€“1.5M MT); 20โ€“25% exported

Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu. Sortex processing and organic certification available.

Myanmar

Major low-cost exporter

Competes on raw commodity price in bulk segments.

Tanzania & East Africa

Growing exporters

Supply commodity pulse markets at competitive cost.

Key Consumption Nodes

European Union

Netherlands, Germany, Belgium โ€” highest-value buyers for organic/premium grades and EU MRL-compliant lots.

North America

Specialty food distributors and plant-protein manufacturers paying premiums for organic-certified beans.

Southeast Asia

Price-sensitive aquaculture and animal-feed manufacturers importing bulk protein.

Middle East โ€” UAE

Emerging demand plus South Asian diaspora retail and re-export hub.

Market Intelligence

The global field beans market is valued at approximately $450-550 million annually, with India accounting for 6-9% of international trade ($30-45M). Field beans command competitive pricing ($0.60-1.20 per kg wholesale) in commodity pulse markets while premium organic-certified varieties achieve 25-40% premiums. The market is driven by plant-based protein demand, animal feed manufacturing, and traditional cuisine preservation in diaspora communities.

Market Size

Global field beans trade: ~$450-550M; India's share: ~$30-45M annually (growing at 9% YoY)

Growth Rate

~8-11% CAGR โ€” driven by plant-based protein megatrend, animal feed demand in aquaculture/poultry, and organic certification premiums in developed markets

Core Demand Drivers

  • Plant-based protein revolution โ€” food manufacturers sourcing field beans for plant-based meat alternatives, protein powders, and nutritional supplements
  • Aquaculture and animal feed expansion โ€” field beans utilized as sustainable protein source in fish meal, poultry feed, and livestock formulations across Southeast Asia
  • Organic certification premium markets โ€” organic-certified field beans command 30-40% premiums in European and North American health food retail
  • Diaspora culinary demand โ€” Indian and African diaspora communities sustain consistent demand for traditional dal/legume preparations across North America and Europe
  • Sustainability-focused food manufacturing โ€” field beans recognized as climate-resilient, nitrogen-fixing crop; utilized in sustainable food supply chains

Supply Dynamics

India's field bean production is stable at 1.2-1.5 million metric tons annually, with 20-25% allocated for export. Harvesting occurs September-November with major supply arriving October-December. Prices are most competitive November-February when inventory peaks. Processing capacity (sortex, grading) ensures consistent premium quality output. Organic-certified supplies are more constrained, creating price premiums.

โš  India Risk Factor

Monsoon variability (June-September excess rainfall) can affect crop yield and grain quality. Price volatility in commodity pulse markets directly impacts farmer profitability and export supply consistency. Competition from Myanmar, Tanzania, and African producers in commodity segments pressures margins. Compliance with residue limits in EU and North American markets requires stringent pesticide management.

Future Outlook

Field beans will expand market share as plant-based protein trends continue and traditional pulses gain Western market acceptance. Organic-certified field beans will command sustained 35-45% premiums through 2028. Direct supply partnerships between Indian exporters and plant-based food manufacturers will increase, driving contract farming and volume growth. Sustainability certifications (carbon-neutral, regenerative agriculture) will create new premium segments worth 20-30% pricing uplift.

HS / HSN Codes

Product Type HS 6-Digit ITC-HS 8-Digit Description
Field Beans (Dried, Shelled) 0713.39 07133900 Dried, shelled beans (Vigna / Phaseolus / Dolichos spp.), other
Field Beans (Fresh, In Pod) 0708.20 07082000 Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled

Certifications & Compliance Standards

Standard Code / Reference Note
FSSAI FSSAI License Indian food safety compliance for processing and packing facilities
EU Pesticide MRL Regulation EC 396/2005 Residue conformity for EU and UK market entry
NPOP Organic NPOP / NOP Certified organic field beans for premium health-food channels
Non-GMO โ€” Field beans are a heritage legume โ€” naturally non-GMO
ISO 22000 / HACCP ISO 22000 Food safety management system certification for export units

Storage, Handling & Logistics

Shelf Life

12-24 months in cool, dry conditions (below 15ยฐC, <65% RH)

Storage Conditions

Store in moisture-proof warehouses, away from moisture, pests, and direct sunlight; maintain temperature between 10-15ยฐC and relative humidity <65%

Container Type

40ft FCL containers with moisture-control packing (desiccant pads). Beans packed in food-grade PP bags (25kg/50kg) with tamper-evident sealing. Each container includes humidity monitoring stickers to verify storage conditions during transit.

Fumigation

No chemical fumigation required for most markets; phytosanitary inspection conducted at origin; vacuum-sealed containers prevent pest infestation during ocean transit

Storage Advantage

Exceptional long-term stability compared to fresh produce โ€” enables extended retail shelf life, international trade, and strategic inventory management without quality degradation

Why Source Field Beans from India?

  • Major production volume โ€” India is among world's largest legume producers with consistent 1.2-1.5 million MT annual output ensuring reliable supply
  • Cost-competitive export pricing โ€” 30-40% lower FOB prices than African and North American producers due to lower production and labor costs
  • Food safety certifications โ€” FSSAI, ISO 22000, and HACCP certifications demonstrate commitment to international food safety standards
  • Organic and conventional options โ€” established network of certified organic farms enables flexible sourcing for premium market segments
  • Advanced processing infrastructure โ€” sortex machinery and grading facilities ensure premium quality and consistent specifications
  • Flexible order volumes โ€” Indian exporters accommodate from 1 MT trial orders to 100+ MT container shipments with 15-25 day lead times
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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

Small Pouches / Bulk Jute Bags

Private Label / OEM

OEM Packing & Custom Weight Slabs

Port of Loading

Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) Port

Incoterms

FOB, CIF accepted

B2B Solutions

Private Label Field Beans

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 Field Beans 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 Field Beans: B2B FAQs

What is the lead time for a bulk order of Field Beans?
Our standard lead time for Field Beans 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 Field Beans before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Field Beans for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Field Beans?
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 Field Beans?
Our standard MOQ for Field Beans is 1 Metric Ton. 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 Field Beans?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Field Beans 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 Field Beans is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.

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