Logistics & Shipping
Ports, container types and typical transit times — so you can plan your inventory around a realistic delivery window.
Which ports do you ship from?
Depending on your product and destination, we route shipments through Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mundra, Chennai, Kolkata, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, plus air cargo for time-sensitive or small-volume orders. Nhava Sheva (JNPT) and Mundra handle the majority of our container volume; Chennai, Kolkata, Kochi and Visakhapatnam are used where they offer a shorter inland leg from the sourcing region or a better sailing schedule to your destination.
Do you use reefer containers?
Yes — fresh fruits, vegetables and frozen seafood ship in temperature-controlled reefer containers, with the temperature set for that specific product. Dry cargo (grains, pulses, spices, animal feed, fertilizers) ships in standard dry containers unless a specific product requires humidity control.
How long does shipping take?
Transit time depends on the destination port, the shipping line's routing, and whether it's a direct or transshipment service. As a general guide:
| Region | Typical transit time* |
|---|---|
| Middle East & GCC | 5–12 days |
| South Asia (Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal) | 2–7 days |
| Southeast Asia | 7–15 days |
| East Asia | 12–20 days |
| Europe | 18–28 days |
| East Africa | 7–14 days |
| North America (East Coast) | 25–35 days |
| Latin America | 25–40 days |
*General ranges based on typical shipping-line schedules from Indian west-coast ports; ask us for a current estimate to your specific port, since routings and transshipment options change.
Incoterms, explained
| Incoterm | Who arranges main shipping | Risk transfers to buyer at |
|---|---|---|
| EXW (Ex Works) | Buyer | Our warehouse/factory |
| FOB (Free On Board) | Buyer books the vessel; we load it | Once loaded on vessel at Indian port |
| CFR (Cost and Freight) | We book and pay freight | Once loaded on vessel at Indian port (insurance is buyer's responsibility) |
| CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) | We book freight and insurance | Once loaded on vessel at Indian port |
Not sure which one fits your situation? Tell us your destination port and whether you have an existing freight forwarder relationship, and we'll recommend an Incoterm. See our Incoterms Guide for a decision framework by buyer situation, port and freight points, and common mistakes.
Container loading — how much fits?
Loading capacity varies by product density and packaging format. Use our Container Loading Calculator for an estimate, or check the packaging table on each product page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most of our export volume moves as FCL (full container load), but for some products a trial LCL (less than container load) quantity can be discussed — ask when you send your requirement.
Export customs clearance from India is on us. Import clearance at your destination is typically your responsibility or your customs broker's, unless otherwise agreed.
We track bookings with the shipping line and will flag any known delay as soon as we're informed, along with an updated ETA.
Under EXW and FOB terms, yes — you or your forwarder arranges the main carriage. Under CFR/CIF, we book the freight.
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