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Rose
Floriculture SKU: XP-0196

Rose

Premium greenhouse-grown roses in various colors and sizes, exported with specialized care for maximum freshness.

Commercial Trade Terms

Min. Order (MOQ)

1000 Stems

HS Code

06031100

Origin

India (Pune/Bangalore)

Price Range

Price on Request

Export Documents

  • Phytosanitary Certificate
  • Certificate of Origin (APEDA)
  • Airway Bill
  • Packing List
  • COA

Available Bag Sizes

10-stem bunch20-stem sleeveBox of 100 stems

Available Bag Types

Corrugated flower boxWet-pack bucketCardboard sleeveHydration pack

Product Overview

COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Our exported Roses are the epitome of beauty and quality, grown in state-of-the-art greenhouses across India. IndianXporter offers a variety of roses, including long-stemmed premium varieties, in a spectrum of colors. We use advanced post-harvest treatments and cold chain logistics to ensure that our roses remain fresh and fragrant for our global customers. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Rose 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 Rose 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 Rose 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 Rose 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 Rose?

Roses (Rosa species) are the world's most traded cut flowers, commanding approximately 30% of the global floral trade due to their universal appeal and versatility. Indian roses, primarily cultivated in Pune, Bangalore, and Himachal Pradesh regions, have emerged as premium alternatives to Dutch and Ecuadorian varieties due to superior color saturation, stem strength, and cost-competitiveness. Export-grade Indian roses typically feature 50-70cm stem lengths in multiple petal formations (hybrid tea, spray varieties) with 12-18 day vase lives when properly treated.

Indian rose production leverages sophisticated greenhouse technology maintaining 15-20°C temperatures and 70-75% humidity — ideal for developing deep pigmentation without heat stress browning. Premium cultivars (Red Naomi, Vendela, Quicksand) command 30-50% price premiums globally. The rose market is segmented into mass-market commodity varieties (red, pink, white) and luxury premium cultivars for high-end events, weddings, and corporate gifting.

Technical Specifications

Variety (Premium Export) Red (Red Naomi, Red Freedom), Pink (Pink Naomi, Quicksand), White (White Naomi, Vendela), Yellow (Sunflare, Gold Medal)
Bloom Grade Premium Grade A: 4-5 cm diameter; Grade B: 3-4 cm diameter
Stem Diameter 5-7 mm (minimum) — ensures strength for arrangements
Vase Life (Standard Water) 7-10 days
Vase Life (with Preservative) 12-18 days
Post-Harvest Treatment Harvested at tight-to-loose bud stage; re-cut and hydrated for 6-12 hours; treated with floral preservative and bacterial inhibitors
Ideal Transit Temperature 2-4°C with 80-90% humidity

Commercial Grades & Classification

Premium Long-Stem (60-70 cm)

Processing: Hand-graded, hydrated, preservative-treated, sleeve-wrapped

Colour: Deep saturated reds, premium cultivar colours

Use Case: Luxury events, Valentine's, premium retail florists

+30-50% over base

Standard (50-60 cm)

Processing: Graded, bunched in 20s, hydration-packed

Colour: Red, pink, white, yellow

Use Case: Retail florists, supermarket bouquets

Base reference grade

Short-Stem / Spray (40-50 cm)

Processing: Volume-graded, sleeve-packed

Colour: Mixed commodity colours

Use Case: Mass-market and filler arrangements

-20-30% below base

Indicative FOB Pricing

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

Grade FOB Price (USD/MT) Notes
Premium Long-Stem (60-70 cm) $0.40-$1.50/stem Premium cultivars (Red Naomi, Vendela); Gulf luxury and Valentine peaks
Standard (50-60 cm) $0.25-$0.50/stem Retail florist and supermarket volume
Short-Stem / Spray (40-50 cm) $0.15-$0.30/stem Mass-market and filler use

Price Influencing Factors

  • Stem length and bloom (head) diameter — longer stems and larger heads command sharp premiums
  • Cultivar and colour — premium Dutch varieties and saturated reds price above commodity colours
  • Seasonal demand spikes — Valentine's Day and Mother's Day drive 2-3x price surges
  • Cold-chain integrity — unbroken 2-4°C reefer/air handling protects vase life and price
  • Air-freight rates and fuel surcharges — perishable air cargo cost is a major FOB-to-CIF swing factor

India vs Kenya / Ecuador: Rose Comparison

Ecuador leads on premium long-stem high-altitude roses and Kenya dominates EU volume via Naivasha farms. India competes on cost, Dutch-cultivar portfolio, and air-freight proximity to the Gulf and Southeast Asia.

Aspect 🇮🇳 India 🌏 Kenya / Ecuador
Stem Length 40-70 cm Ecuador 60-90 cm (premium); Kenya 40-60 cm
Primary Markets Gulf, SE Asia, Australia Ecuador → USA/Russia; Kenya → EU auctions
Freight Advantage Short air-freight to Gulf & SE Asia Long-haul to USA/EU
Price (FOB) $0.15-$1.50/stem $0.30-$2.50/stem (premium long-stem)

Applications & End-Use Markets

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Events & Weddings

Bulk premium roses for destination weddings, stage installations, and bridal bouquets.

UAESaudi ArabiaIndiaSingapore
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Retail Florists

Graded stems for retail bouquets, subscriptions, and e-commerce floral delivery.

UAEUKNetherlandsUSA
🏨

Hotels & HORECA

Standing weekly orders for luxury hotel lobbies, banquet décor, and restaurant centerpieces.

UAEQatarSaudi Arabia
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Perfumery & Essential Oil

Rose petals and concretes for attar, rose absolute, and natural fragrance extraction.

FranceUAEIndia

Global Trade Architecture

Primary Supply Origins

Netherlands

~35% of global cut-rose trade

Auction and re-export hub (FloraHolland) routing African and South American stems.

Ecuador & Kenya

~30% combined

Ecuador premium long-stem; Kenya high-volume EU supply.

India

~$180-240M export value

Pune and Bangalore polyhouse hubs; air-freight to Gulf and SE Asia.

Key Consumption Nodes

Gulf — Dubai

Premium hub for hotel, event, and retail rose demand; re-export to wider GCC.

EU — Netherlands auctions

Price-setting wholesale node distributing to UK, Germany, and Scandinavia.

Southeast Asia

Growing wedding and premium-event demand in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia.

Market Intelligence

Roses command the global floriculture market, representing approximately 30-35% of total cut flower trade with annual valuations exceeding $2.5-3.0 billion. India has emerged as a significant exporter competing directly with traditional suppliers (Netherlands 35% global market share, Ecuador 18%, Kenya 12%, Colombia 8%). Premium long-stemmed roses command wholesale prices of $0.40-$1.50 per stem depending on cultivar, color, season, and market destination. The market spans bulk wholesale distribution, retail florists, event planners, luxury hospitality, and rapidly expanding direct-to-consumer e-commerce channels. Valentine's Day represents the single largest demand concentration, accounting for 35-40% of annual rose commerce globally.

Market Size

Global rose trade: ~$2.5-3.0B annually; India's share: ~$180-240M (strong 13-16% CAGR growth); domestic market: ~$120-150M (emerging); exported volume: ~120-180 million stems annually

Growth Rate

~13-16% CAGR — driven by Valentine's Day seasonal demand spikes, Asia-Pacific wedding industry growth acceleration, e-commerce floral delivery platform expansion, and corporate gifting culture in emerging markets

Core Demand Drivers

  • Valentine's Day peak season — February 7-21 concentration drives 35-40% of annual global rose commerce; importers place 2-3 month advance bulk orders to secure supply, creating $400M+ seasonal market spike
  • Destination wedding boom in India — luxury weddings in Rajasthan, Goa, Kerala generating 500-10,000 stem orders per event; Indian diaspora weddings in USA/UAE premium positioning drives 20-25% growth segment
  • E-commerce floral delivery platforms — FreshVery, FlowerAura, Flipkart Flowers, 1-800-Flowers, FTD drive consistent weekly recurring orders (1000-5000 stems/week) with rapid same-day/next-day delivery requirements
  • Luxury hospitality sector — 5-star hotels, convention centers, high-end resorts maintain standing weekly rose orders ($500-2000/week per venue) for lobby arrangements, event décor, restaurant centerpieces
  • Corporate gifting and brand experiences — luxury retail, banking, technology companies use premium rose arrangements for executive gifting, client entertainment, brand events (15-20% premium pricing)

Supply Dynamics

Indian rose cultivation achieves near year-round availability with 70-80% production consistency. Peak supply October-February aligns with global demand surge (holidays, Valentine's Day, spring weddings); lowest prices July-September when monsoon cooling costs spike and international demand softens. Premium cultivars (Red Naomi, Vendela, Quicksand) require 3-4 weeks from cutting to export-ready harvest, with strict temperature (18-22°C) and photoperiod management limiting rapid supply scaling. Commodity red/pink varieties maintain relatively stable pricing; premium cultivars experience 20-30% price volatility seasonally. Greenhouse production is capital-intensive ($500K-$2M per hectare) creating natural supply ceiling.

⚠ India Risk Factor

Monsoon-related greenhouse humidity/temperature management challenges (June-September) trigger fungal diseases requiring costly interventions, reducing yields 10-15%. Premium cultivar rootstock imports (Kenya, Ecuador) create foreign exchange risk and cost volatility (15-20% price fluctuation). Power supply interruptions in Maharashtra/Karnataka/Himachal Pradesh during peak demand (Feb) can disrupt refrigeration and harvest timing. Currency depreciation (INR weakening vs. USD) improves export competitiveness but reduces profit margins for importers. Competition from African producers (Kenya, Ethiopia) expanding into mass-market segment threatens volume share.

Future Outlook

Sustainable certification premium (pesticide-free, carbon-neutral, water-efficient) will command 15-20% price premiums by 2028 as luxury buyers demand eco-credentials. Subscription-based floral delivery services will drive 25-30% volume growth among urban millennial consumers (weekly recurring $10-30/week subscriptions). Lab-grown/biofabricated rose initiatives will create new premium niche by 2027. Indian exporters with integrated cold-chain logistics (farm-to-importer direct) and consistency guarantees will capture 15-18% market share growth. Climate adaptation (drought-resistant rootstocks, AI greenhouse management) will reduce production volatility and improve margins.

HS / HSN Codes

Product Type HS 6-Digit ITC-HS 8-Digit Description
Fresh Cut Roses 0603.11 06031100 Roses, fresh, cut for bouquets or ornamental purposes
Dried / Preserved Roses 0603.90 06039000 Cut flowers dried, dyed, bleached or otherwise prepared

Certifications & Compliance Standards

Standard Code / Reference Note
Phytosanitary / IPPC ISPM-15 / IPPC Plant quarantine certificate mandatory for fresh cut flower imports in most countries
APEDA Registration APEDA RCMC Mandatory for Indian floriculture exports; oversees quality and residue conformity
MPS / Florverde MPS-ABC / FSF Sustainable floriculture certification valued by EU and premium buyers
Global GAP GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Good agricultural practice and worker-welfare assurance for ornamentals

Storage, Handling & Logistics

Shelf Life

12-18 days in floral preservative solution; 7-10 days in plain water

Storage Conditions

2-4°C with 80-90% relative humidity; remove lower leaves before arranging; keep away from ethylene-producing fruits

Container Type

Temperature-controlled reefer containers at 2-4°C. Roses bundled in groups of 25 stems, wrapped in tissue paper, packed in wax-lined boxes with floral foam and water-absorbent material.

Fumigation

Phytosanitary treatment not typically required; inspection certification sufficient for most markets

Storage Advantage

Exceptional durability with proper handling — allows for long-distance sea freight and extended shelf life in retail channels

Why Source Rose from India?

  • Competitive pricing — Indian roses cost 20-30% less than Ecuadorian/Kenyan producers due to lower labor and energy costs
  • Year-round supply — tropical and subtropical zones ensure continuous production with manageable seasonal variation
  • Proximity to Asian markets — direct shipping to UAE, Southeast Asia, and Australia reduces freight time and cost vs. African suppliers
  • Diverse variety portfolio — Indian farms cultivate premium Dutch varieties (Red Naomi, Vendela) alongside cost-effective local cultivars
  • Modern export infrastructure — Mumbai, Pune, and Bangalore have optimized cold-chain and phytosanitary facilities for flower export
  • Scale and consistency — Indian farms can fulfill 50,000+ stem orders with 10-day lead time and guaranteed grade standards
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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 Rose

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

B2B Solutions

Private Label Rose

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 Rose 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 Rose: B2B FAQs

What is the lead time for a bulk order of Rose?
Our standard lead time for Rose 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 Rose before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Rose for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Rose?
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 Rose?
Our standard MOQ for Rose is 1000 Stems. 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 Rose?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Rose 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 Rose is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.

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