XP-0094 Pulses
Beaten Rice
Premium Beaten Rice pulses, sorted and cleaned for uniform size and maximum nutritional value.
FSSAIISO 22000APEDA
Min. Order
1 Metric Ton
🌿 Vegetarian Product
✓ Non-GMO
🌱 Organic Available
Pulses SKU: XP-0085
Soya Bean
Premium Soya Bean 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 (APEDA / FIEO)
- Non-GMO / Identity-Preserved (IP) Declaration
- Phytosanitary Certificate (PPQS)
- Fumigation Certificate
- Aflatoxin & Pesticide Residue Report
- SGS / Bureau Veritas Inspection Report
- Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice & Packing List
Available Bag Sizes
25kg50kg1000kg Jumbo
Available Bag Types
PP (Polypropylene)BOPP LaminatedJuteBulk Jumbo BagVacuum Nitrogen (food-grade)
Product Overview
Soya Bean (Glycine max) is a global commodity of extraordinary commercial breadth — simultaneously an oilseed, a high-protein food legume, and the raw material for one of the most diverse portfolios of food ingredients in modern manufacturing. India's principal competitive differentiator in the global soybean market is its Non-GMO cultivation status: while the USA, Brazil, and Argentina collectively produce over 80% of the world's traded soybeans in genetically modified form, India's soya bean is conventionally bred. This Non-GMO identity is not a niche — it is the single attribute that positions Indian soya in premium food-grade markets, particularly Japan, the European Union, and South Korea, where GMO labelling regulations or consumer preference for clean-label, identity-preserved supply creates structural demand at significant price premiums over commodity GMO soy.
India cultivates soya bean predominantly in Madhya Pradesh (40% of national production), Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, with the non-GMO food-grade varieties JS 95-60 and JS 9108 carrying 36-40% protein and 18-22% oil on a dry-matter basis. Export-grade food-quality soya bean commands 20-30% price premiums over commodity feed-grade lots. For crushing and industrial applications, soya bean is processed into soya oil (edible oil) and de-oiled cake (DOC or soya meal) — the latter carrying 46-48% protein and supplying South East Asian poultry and aquaculture feed industries that specifically require Non-GMO certification for consumer-facing supply chain positioning. Soya protein isolate (SPI) and concentrate (SPC) derived from Indian soya are additionally used by plant-based dairy and meat-alternative brands in North America and Europe.
B2B buyers include tofu, tempeh, and miso manufacturers in Japan, South Korea, and Europe requiring Non-GMO Identity Preserved (IP) certified food-grade soybean with full farm-to-port traceability; plant-based dairy and meat-alternative brands in North America and the EU sourcing Non-GMO soya for plant-based milk, cheese, yoghurt, and burger formulations; South East Asian poultry integrators and aquaculture feed manufacturers requiring Non-GMO DOC with 46-48% protein for premium feed rations; and edible oil importers in the Gulf and South Asia sourcing Non-GMO crude soya oil for refining and food-grade distribution. Shipments load from Nhava Sheva, Mundra, and Chennai with Non-GMO IP Declaration, APEDA Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, Aflatoxin report, and SGS or Bureau Veritas inspection certificate.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Soya Bean 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 Soya Bean 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 Soya Bean?
Soya Bean (Glycine max) is a legume crop native to East Asia, widely cultivated across India for its dual-purpose utility: whole beans for food applications (tofu, tempeh, edamame, plant-based dairy) and crushing for oil and defatted meal (animal feed, industrial uses). India is the world's second-largest soya bean consumer after China, with cultivation concentrated in Madhya Pradesh (40% of national production), Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. The market has undergone significant transformation over the past decade, driven by the global plant-based protein revolution. Export-grade food-quality soya bean commands premium pricing (+20-30%) over commodity feed-grade, particularly varieties certified as non-GMO and with low aflatoxin profiles. Soya protein isolate (SPI) and soya protein concentrate (SPC) derived from Indian soya are key raw materials for plant-based dairy brands globally.
Technical Specifications
| Variety (Premium Export) | Non-GMO, food-grade varieties (JS 95-60, JS 9108) |
| Protein Content | 36–40% (dry matter basis) |
| Oil Content | 18–22% |
| Germination Capacity | ≥ 95% (for sprouting / edamame applications) |
| 100-Seed Weight | 12–15 grams |
| Moisture | ≤ 10% (post-drying) |
| Aflatoxin Total | < 10 ppb (food-grade); < 30 ppb (feed-grade) |
| Damaged Kernels | ≤ 2% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Ideal Storage Temperature | 10–15°C with <65% relative humidity |
Commercial Grades & Classification
Food-Grade Non-GMO IP
Processing: Cleaned, colour sorted, identity-preserved
Colour: Uniform pale yellow
Use Case: Tofu, soy milk, edamame, natto, food protein — premium IP buyers
+$80–$180/MT over commodity feed-grade
Standard Food-Grade
Processing: Cleaned and machine sorted
Colour: Yellow
Use Case: Soy flour, textured protein, general food processing
Base food grade
Feed / Crush Grade
Processing: Cleaned, lower cosmetic spec
Colour: Mixed yellow
Use Case: Oil crushing and animal feed
−$60–$120/MT below standard food grade
Indicative FOB Pricing
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Food-Grade Non-GMO IP | $620 – $780/MT | Identity-preserved tofu/edamame grade — Q1 2026 indicative |
| Standard Food-Grade | $540 – $660/MT | Soy flour and protein processing benchmark |
| Feed / Crush Grade | $460 – $560/MT | Oil crushing and feed grade |
Price Influencing Factors
- •India Kharif crop in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra — the primary domestic supply driver
- •Non-GMO premium — Indian IP soya commands a premium over GMO US/Brazil origin in sensitive markets
- •Chicago (CBOT) soybean futures — set the global commodity price floor
- •Soybean oil and meal demand — crush economics influence whole-bean availability
- •USD/INR exchange rate — INR depreciation improves Indian FOB competitiveness
- •Japan/Korea/EU food-grade demand — drives premium for identity-preserved non-GMO lots
India vs USA / Brazil: Soya Bean Comparison
The USA and Brazil dominate global soybean volume but supply predominantly GMO commodity beans. India's structural advantage is naturally non-GMO, identity-preserved food-grade soya — the preferred origin for tofu, edamame, and EU/Japan food buyers requiring non-GMO certification.
| Aspect | 🇮🇳 India | 🌏 USA / Brazil |
|---|---|---|
| GMO Status | Naturally Non-GMO — IP documentation available | Predominantly GMO |
| Market Positioning | Food-grade non-GMO premium (tofu, edamame, natto) | Bulk crush / feed commodity |
| Protein Content | 36–40% — strong food-protein profile | Comparable; bred for oil/yield |
| FOB Price | 20–30% below North American on comparable food grades | Lower commodity bulk pricing, GMO |
| Certification | Non-GMO IP, FSSAI, APEDA, organic NPOP | Commodity certification, GMO declared |
Applications & End-Use Markets
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Tofu, Soy Milk & Edamame
Non-GMO IP food-grade soya is the preferred raw material for tofu, soy milk, edamame, and natto manufacturers in Japan, Korea, and the EU who require certified non-GMO beans.
JapanSouth KoreaGermanyUSAUK
🌱
Plant-Based Protein & Soy Flour
With 36–40% protein, soya feeds textured vegetable protein (TVP), soy flour, and protein-isolate manufacturers supplying meat alternatives and functional foods.
USAGermanyUKAustralia
🏭
Oil Crushing & Soy Meal
Crush-grade soya is processed into soybean oil and high-protein soy meal for the food and animal-feed industries.
South East AsiaMiddle EastIndia
🐟
Animal & Aqua Feed
Soy meal is a core protein in poultry, livestock, and aquaculture feed across Asia and the Middle East.
VietnamThailandUAEBangladesh
Global Trade Architecture
Primary Supply Origins
USA
World's largest producer/exporterPredominantly GMO commodity beans for crush and feed.
Brazil
Largest exporter by volumeGMO commodity supply dominating global trade.
India
Niche non-GMO food-grade leaderMadhya Pradesh and Maharashtra Kharif crop; identity-preserved non-GMO advantage.
Key Consumption Nodes
Japan & South Korea
Premium non-GMO food-grade demand for tofu, natto, soy milk and edamame — IP certification essential.
European Union — Germany
Strong non-GMO food and plant-protein demand; EU MRL and non-GMO documentation required.
South East Asia
Large crush and feed-meal demand; proximity gives India a freight advantage.
Middle East
Food-grade and feed demand serving a large expatriate base and growing aquaculture.
Market Intelligence
Soya Bean is a global commodity crop with dual industrial and nutritional demand. The market has transitioned from animal feed applications toward plant-based protein, functional foods, and nutraceutical extraction. India is the world's second-largest soya bean consumer (after China) and a growing exporter of food-grade soya bean for plant-based dairy, tofu, and edamame applications. The global soya bean market is valued at approximately $85-95 billion annually, with India's export segment representing $2.5-3.5 billion in processed soya products.
Market Size
Global soya bean trade: ~$85–95B; India's soya bean and processed soya exports: ~$2.5–3.5B annually.
Growth Rate
~6-8% CAGR — driven by plant-based protein premiumisation, vegan dairy alternatives, and emerging-market protein consumption
Core Demand Drivers
- Plant-based dairy boom — soya milk, tofu, tempeh, and plant-based cheese driving food-grade soya demand at 15%+ annual growth
- Protein premiumisation trend — affluent consumers in USA, EU, and Asia-Pacific seeking plant-based protein sources as meat alternatives
- Emerging-market protein consumption — rising middle-class consumption in India, Southeast Asia, and China driving bulk soya demand
- Food technology innovation — soya protein isolate (SPI) and soya protein concentrate (SPC) for food technology applications expanding 10%+ annually
- Animal feed stability — aquaculture and poultry industries maintain steady soya meal demand as core protein ingredient
Supply Dynamics
India produces approximately 12-13 million tonnes of soya bean annually (mostly in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra), with domestic crush consumption exceeding 70% for oil and meal extraction. Export-grade food-quality soya bean is constrained by domestic feed demand, creating premium pricing for certified food-grade (low aflatoxin, pesticide-clean) soya for export. Peak harvest supply is October-December after monsoon cultivation; inventory tightens July-September.
⚠ India Risk Factor
Monsoon dependency creates yield volatility — poor southwest monsoons (June-September) in core growing zones reduce production by 20-30%, spiking prices. Aflatoxin contamination risk during post-harvest storage in humid conditions affects export-grade certification. Fluctuating input costs (urea, DAP fertilisers) tied to global commodity prices impact farmer profitability and production decisions.
Future Outlook
Food-grade (non-GMO, low aflatoxin) soya bean will achieve sustained 10-15% price premium over commodity feed-grade as plant-based protein scaling accelerates. Organic certified soya will command 20-30% premium. Advanced crop technologies (precision farming, biofortification with minerals) will drive productivity improvements. India's domestic soya crushing capacity will grow, shifting export focus from raw beans toward value-added soya protein isolate and soya oil.
HS / HSN Codes
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soya Beans (Whole, Food-Grade Non-GMO) | 1201.90 | 12019000 | Soya beans, whether or not broken — other than seed |
| Soya Beans (Seed) | 1201.10 | 12011000 | Soya bean seed for sowing |
Certifications & Compliance Standards
| Standard | Code / Reference | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Non-GMO / IP | Identity Preserved | Indian soya bean is naturally non-GMO — IP documentation provided for EU/Japan/Korea |
| FSSAI | FSSAI License | Indian food safety compliance for food-grade soya processing |
| EU Pesticide MRL | Regulation EC 396/2005 | Residue limits for EU and UK food-grade market entry |
| NPOP Organic | NPOP / NOP | Certified organic non-GMO soya available for premium channels |
| ISO 22000 / HACCP | ISO 22000 | Food safety management for export processing units |
Storage, Handling & Logistics
Shelf Life
18–24 months in cool, dry storage; 12–15 months in ambient conditions
Storage Conditions
Below 15°C, <65% relative humidity, in sealed containers to prevent moisture and pest ingress
Container Type
20ft/40ft FCL in ventilated bags or bulk bins with desiccant packs. Each MT typically packed in 40x25kg PP bags with moisture barriers.
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation recommended for shipments destined to Japan, South Korea, and EU (phytosanitary requirement for legumes). Organic-certified soya requires non-chemical, thermal fumigation.
Storage Advantage
High protein density and stable composition allow long-distance ocean freight to distant markets without quality degradation. Vacuum nitrogen packing extends shelf life to 24+ months.
Why Source Soya Bean from India?
- Non-GMO certified supply — India's soya bean is naturally non-GMO, meeting EU and premium market requirements
- Cost competitive — 20–30% lower FOB pricing than North American soya due to lower land and labor costs
- Dual food/feed flexibility — same farming networks supply both food-grade (low aflatoxin) and commodity feed-grade variants
- Consistent quality documentation — APEDA certification and phytosanitary clearance standard for all shipments
- Year-round availability — domestic crush capacity and strategic inventory management allow supply flexibility
- Emerging-market proximity — direct shipping to Southeast Asia reduces freight time and cost vs. North American origins
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
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
Global Export Reach for Soya Bean
IndianXporter successfully exports Soya Bean to major international markets. Click your region below to view destination-specific compliance and shipping details.
Industrial Application Verticals
B2B Solutions
Private Label Soya Bean
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 Soya Bean 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)
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 Soya Bean: B2B FAQs
What is the lead time for a bulk order of Soya Bean?
Our standard lead time for Soya Bean 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 Soya Bean before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Soya Bean for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Soya Bean?
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 Soya Bean?
Our standard MOQ for Soya Bean 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 Soya Bean?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Soya Bean 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 Soya Bean is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.
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