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Pears
Fresh Fruits SKU: XP-0039

Pears

Succulent and nutritious Pears, farm-fresh and packed with advanced cooling techniques for long shelf life.

Commercial Trade Terms

Min. Order (MOQ)

1 Metric Ton

HS Code

0803

Origin

India

Price Range

Price on Request

Export Documents

  • Certificate of Origin (APEDA)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • Pre-Shipment Inspection
  • COA (firmness, Brix)
  • Pesticide Residue / MRL Report
  • Packing List
  • Bill of Lading

Available Bag Sizes

5 kg carton8–10 kg CFB boxSingle-layer tray pack

Available Bag Types

Corrugated fibreboard boxSingle-layer tray with moulded linerFoam net sleevePolyliner-lined carton

Product Overview

COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Freshly harvested Pears known for its natural sweetness and nutritional value. Our fruits are hand-picked at the peak of ripeness and packed with care to maintain freshness during transit. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Pears 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 Pears 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 Pears 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 Pears 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 Pears?

Pear (Pyrus communis / Pyrus pyrifolia) is a temperate pome fruit valued in global trade for its sweet juicy flesh, soluble-fibre content, and extended storage life. India produces pears in cool-climate northern regions — Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Uttarakhand — with the soft sand pear ('Patharnakh' / Asian-type) and European cultivars (Bartlett/William, Bosc) cultivated for fresh and processing use.

India is a significant producer but a modest exporter; the global pear trade is dominated by European (Belgium, Netherlands, Italy) and Chinese suppliers. Indian pears compete effectively in price-sensitive regional markets — the Gulf, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Southeast Asia — on proximity and competitive FOB pricing. Harvested in autumn (Aug–Sept), pears are climacteric and benefit from controlled-atmosphere cold storage (-1 to 0°C) that extends shelf life to 30–60 days, enabling off-season supply through winter and early spring. Premium cultivar adoption and organic certification offer differentiation paths.

Technical Specifications

Botanical Name Pyrus communis / Pyrus pyrifolia
Primary Types Patharnakh (sand pear), Bartlett/William, Bosc
Origin Zones Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Uttarakhand
Fruit Weight 120–250 g per fruit
Skin Colour Green to yellow-green; russet for Bosc
TSS (Brix) ≥11–13° Brix at ripeness
Firmness at Shipment Firm-mature; ripens post-harvest
Texture Crisp (Asian) to buttery (European) at ripeness
Pesticide Residue Within destination MRL limits — lab-certified
Grade Export Grade / Premium / Standard

Commercial Grades & Classification

Premium Export Grade

Processing: Hand-sorted, size-graded, single-layer tray-packed, cold-stored

Colour: Uniform colour, blemish-free

Use Case: Premium retail in Gulf and selective Southeast Asian supermarkets

+20–30% over standard grade

Standard Export Grade

Processing: Graded, cleaned, carton-packed

Colour: Minor skin variation acceptable

Use Case: Gulf and South Asian wholesale and traditional retail

Base reference grade

Processing Grade

Processing: Bulk, for juice/concentrate and canning

Colour: Ripeness prioritised over cosmetic appearance

Use Case: Pear juice, concentrate, canned fruit, purée

Varies with processed output

Indicative FOB Pricing

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

Grade FOB Price (USD/MT) Notes
Premium Export Grade $0.80–$1.30/kg Gulf and SE Asian premium retail
Standard Export Grade $0.55–$0.85/kg Gulf and South Asian wholesale
Processing Grade $0.35–$0.55/kg Juice, concentrate, and canning

Price Influencing Factors

  • Northern-region harvest volume and quality — frost/hail damage tightens supply
  • Cold-storage and controlled-atmosphere availability extending off-season supply
  • Reefer freight rates driving landed cost for long-haul shipments
  • Competition from European and Chinese pears capping premium positioning
  • Cultivar mix — premium European varieties command higher FOB than sand pear

India vs China: Pears Comparison

China is the world's largest pear producer and exporter, dominant in Asian and global volume trade. India is a modest producer-exporter competing on proximity to Gulf and South Asian markets, while China leads on scale, cultivar range, and export infrastructure.

Aspect 🇮🇳 India 🌏 China
Production Scale Modest producer; northern hill zones World's largest producer/exporter
Primary Markets Gulf, Bangladesh, Nepal, SE Asia Asia, EU, Americas, global
Cultivar Range Sand pear + selective European Broad Ya/fragrant/European range
Cold-Storage Maturity Developing CA storage Advanced CA and export logistics
Price (FOB) $0.35–$1.30/kg $0.60–$1.50/kg

Applications & End-Use Markets

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Fresh Retail & Wholesale

Premium and standard pears for supermarkets and wholesale across the Gulf, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.

UAESaudi ArabiaBangladeshNepal
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Juice & Concentrate

Processing-grade pears for juice, concentrate, and natural-sweetener applications in beverage manufacturing.

IndiaUAEUK
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Canning & Purée

Pears for canned fruit, purée, and baby-food applications requiring consistent texture and Brix.

USAGermanyUK
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HORECA & Foodservice

Bulk pears for hotels, catering, and dessert applications across the Gulf hospitality sector.

UAEQatarSaudi Arabia

Global Trade Architecture

Primary Supply Origins

China

World's largest producer/exporter

Dominant Ya and fragrant pear supply across Asia and globally.

European Union

Leading premium exporters

Belgium, Netherlands, Italy supply premium Conference/Bartlett cultivars.

India

Modest producer-exporter

Northern hill zones; competes on proximity to Gulf and South Asia.

Key Consumption Nodes

UAE — Jebel Ali

Primary Gulf import and re-export hub; retail and wholesale demand.

Bangladesh & Nepal

Steady wholesale demand; proximity and land-border advantage.

Southeast Asia

Malaysia, Sri Lanka — growing modern-retail demand.

Saudi Arabia & Oman

Growing modern-trade and wholesale import.

Market Intelligence

Pears occupy a steady but modest position in the global fresh fruit trade, valued at approximately $5-6 billion annually. India is a significant producer but a smaller exporter, with production concentrated in northern regions (Himachal Pradesh, Punjab) where temperate climates support cultivation. The market is dominated by European exporters (Belgium, France, Italy) offering premium cultivars, but India competes effectively in price-sensitive regional markets. Pears offer extended shelf life (30-60 days), storage resilience, and growing health consciousness (soluble fiber, antioxidants) driving demand.

Market Size

Global pear trade: ~$2-2.5B annually; India's export value: ~$25-40M (growing 5-7% YoY)

Growth Rate

~5-7% CAGR — driven by health-consciousness trends, organized retail expansion in emerging markets, and cold-storage infrastructure improvements

Core Demand Drivers

  • Health and wellness awareness — pears' high soluble fiber and antioxidant content appeal to health-conscious consumers
  • Organized retail expansion — growing supermarket penetration in Southeast Asia and Middle East creates consistent supply agreements
  • Extended shelf life and storage capability — pears' long storage potential (30-60 days) appeals to retailers and exporters requiring supply stability
  • Functional food trend — pears positioned as digestive health aids and natural sweeteners in food processing industry
  • Seasonal fruit diversification — pear supply complements apple and stone fruit seasons in northern hemisphere markets

Supply Dynamics

India's pear production is concentrated in Himachal Pradesh (Kashmir region), Punjab, and Uttarakhand, requiring cool-climate cultivation. Peak harvest occurs during autumn (August-September), with storage capability extending availability through winter and early spring (October-March). Cold-storage infrastructure enables off-season supply and extended shelf life. Supply is influenced by climate variability and harvest timing.

⚠ India Risk Factor

Competition from European exporters offering premium cultivars and established retail relationships dominates Western markets. Limited breeding programs restrict development of indigenous premium varieties. Production is climate-dependent with frost and hail risks during growing season. Market share is concentrated in regional (South Asian, Middle Eastern) rather than global markets.

Future Outlook

Premium cultivar adoption (Bartlett, Bosc, Anjou) with organic certification will enable 20-30% price premiums. Direct-to-retailer supply chains in modern trade will improve margins and reduce middleman costs. Branded export programs (geographical indication, heritage cultivars) will differentiate Indian pears. Value-added products (pear juice, concentrate) will expand margin potential.

HS / HSN Codes

Product Type HS 6-Digit ITC-HS 8-Digit Description
Fresh Pears 0808.30 08083000 Pears, fresh

Certifications & Compliance Standards

Standard Code / Reference Note
APEDA Export Registration APEDA Certificate Mandatory for fresh fruit exports; includes MRL conformity
Phytosanitary Certification IPPC Plant quarantine certificate required by importing countries
Global GAP GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Valued by premium retail buyers
FSSAI FSS Act 2006 Indian food safety registration

Storage, Handling & Logistics

Shelf Life

30–60 days at -1 to 0°C (CA storage); 7–14 days ambient

Storage Conditions

Store at -1 to 0°C with 90–95% RH; controlled-atmosphere storage extends life and supports off-season supply. Harvest firm-mature and ripen at destination.

Container Type

Reefer container at -1 to 0°C with single-layer tray cartons; CA storage for extended programmes

Storage Advantage

Long cold/CA storage life enables off-season supply through winter and early spring, smoothing supply to regional markets

Why Source Pears from India?

  • Cool-climate northern production — Himachal, Kashmir, Punjab, Uttarakhand
  • Freight and landed-cost advantage into the Gulf and South Asia over European fruit
  • Sand pear and European cultivar options for diverse buyer budgets
  • Long CA/cold-storage life enabling off-season supply scheduling
  • APEDA-registered exporters with Global GAP certification available
  • Processing capability for juice, concentrate, and canning value-addition
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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

Global Export Reach for Pears

IndianXporter successfully exports Pears to major international markets. Click your region below to view destination-specific compliance and shipping details.

B2B Solutions

Private Label Pears

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 Pears 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 Pears: B2B FAQs

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

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