Groundnut Kernels Exporter from India
HPS groundnut kernels from India's Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh belt — India's single largest export line by value, led by Southeast Asia.
Quick answer: Green Plus EXIM exports Indian groundnut (peanut) kernels, primarily Hand-Picked-Selected (HPS) grade, shelled and sized to buyer specification. This is India's largest single agri-export line by value in our 2024 dataset — USD 823M — overwhelmingly driven by Southeast Asia: Indonesia alone is around 36% of value, and Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand together account for roughly 73%. Export is currently Free under Indian policy.
Indian groundnut kernels for export
We supply HPS (Hand-Picked-Selected) groundnut kernels, shelled and sized to your count specification. This is, by dollar value, the largest single product line in our entire trade dataset — USD 823M in 2024 — and it is overwhelmingly a Southeast Asian story: Indonesia alone takes around 36% of total value, with Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand rounding out a market base that together accounts for roughly 73% of exports.
We source from Gujarat's Saurashtra belt and Andhra Pradesh/Rajasthan, the two dominant groundnut-producing regions. Kernels are hand-sorted to remove damaged, discoloured or foreign material, graded by count-per-ounce, and packed to your specification.
Groundnut kernel export policy
Groundnut kernel export is Free under current Indian policy — there is no Minimum Export Price or comparable volatility here. Documentation requirements do vary by destination: EU-bound shipments need APEDA contract registration and aflatoxin testing, and Russia-bound shipments need pre-shipment quality certification from an approved lab. These are standard destination-market requirements we handle as part of order documentation, not a barrier to export.
How should I specify groundnut kernels?
- Count/oz. 38/42, 40/44, 50/60, 60/70 and other bands are available — smaller numbers mean larger kernels and typically a price premium.
- Aflatoxin. Ask for testing if your destination market sets a specific limit — this is standard practice for EU-bound cargo especially.
- Packing. Bags for most buyers; jumbo bags for large-volume oil-crushing or confectionery buyers.
Which markets buy Indian groundnut kernels?
Indonesia is the clear leader, followed by Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand — a genuinely Southeast Asia-centred trade. The UAE, Russia, Algeria, Bangladesh and Iran take meaningful additional volume outside that core cluster.
Groundnut kernel export pricing
Send your count grade, quantity and destination port and we'll quote current FOB/CIF terms within 24 business hours.
Key facts
- HPS grade, sized by count-per-ounce (38/42 through 60/70+)
- HS code: 1202.42 (groundnuts, shelled)
- India's largest single export product line by value in our dataset — USD 823M (2024)
- Southeast Asia-led: Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand ≈ 73% of value
- Export policy: Free — no MEP/duty volatility
- ~22–24 MT per 20ft container (bagged)
Shipping to our two largest groundnut kernel markets specifically? See the dedicated route pages for Indonesia (India's #1 market for this product) and Vietnam — each covers the documentation and buyer profile specific to that market.
Step 1 of 2 — takes 60 seconds
Groundnut Kernels specifications
| Parameter | Typical specification |
|---|---|
| Grade | HPS (Hand-Picked-Selected) — bold, medium or Java (small) counts available |
| Count/oz | 38/42, 40/44, 50/60, 60/70, or buyer-specified |
| Moisture | ≤ 8% |
| Foreign matter | ≤ 1% |
| Admixture / damaged / split | ≤ 2–5%, per contract |
| Aflatoxin | Tested to destination-market limits on request |
Typical specs — final specifications as per contract. Tell us your required grade when you request a quote and we'll confirm availability.
Packaging & container loading
| Detail | Options |
|---|---|
| Packaging | 25 kg and 50 kg PP/jute bags; 1 MT jumbo bags (FIBC) for bulk buyers |
| Minimum order quantity | 1 × 20ft container; trial orders discussed |
| Loading capacity (20ft) | Approx. 22–24 MT in a 20ft container (bagged) |
| Loading capacity (40ft) | Approx. 25–27 MT in a 40ft container |
| Shelf life & storage | 6–9 months in cool, dry, low-humidity storage; refrigerated storage extends shelf life materially for premium contracts |
Loading figures are typical estimates — use the groundnut kernels container load estimator for a planning figure, and confirm exact figures with us before booking.
Availability calendar
Typical availability for groundnut kernels from India, by month:
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
Availability shifts year to year with weather and growing conditions — ask for current availability before planning a shipment window.
Where India exports groundnut kernels
India's top destination markets for groundnut kernels (HS 1202.42 (groundnuts, shelled); WITS legacy 1202.20), 2024 (calendar year). India exported $823,206,610 of groundnut kernels worldwide that year:
| Destination country | Export value (USD) | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $295,293,630 | 275,612,000 Kg |
| Vietnam | $124,891,980 | 107,225,000 Kg |
| Philippines | $70,278,330 | 60,932,400 Kg |
| Malaysia | $56,161,610 | 50,453,100 Kg |
| Thailand | $53,924,070 | 44,107,800 Kg |
| United Arab Emirates | $34,859,320 | 30,282,100 Kg |
| Russia | $26,467,030 | 21,494,100 Kg |
| Algeria | $17,285,380 | 13,576,000 Kg |
| Bangladesh | $13,169,750 | 17,804,400 Kg |
| Iran | $11,576,940 | 9,959,340 Kg |
Source: WITS (World Bank) / UN Comtrade — India exports by partner, calendar year 2024 — view source. Data year: 2024 (calendar year). Retrieved: 2026-09-17.
Notes on this data
HIGH CONFIDENCE — primary-tier (WITS/UN Comtrade). India world total 2024: USD 823.21M across ~730,152 MT — the single largest-value product in this entire research pass. Overwhelmingly a Southeast Asia trade: Indonesia alone ~36% of value, and Indonesia + Vietnam + Philippines + Malaysia + Thailand together are ~73%. THIS IS THE KEY FINDING FOR LANGUAGE STRATEGY — it gives the Indonesian (id) and Vietnamese (vi) blog tracks a genuinely data-justified anchor product, which the first research pass did not have. WITS reports under legacy 1202.20; current HS2012+ uses 1202.41 (in shell) / 1202.42 (shelled).
Indian sourcing regions
Gujarat (Saurashtra region) and Andhra Pradesh/Rajasthan together produce the bulk of India's export-grade groundnut. Kharif harvest runs October–December, and HPS processing (sorting, grading, hand-picking) continues through the following months from stored kharif stock — export volume is strongest November through March.
Export documentation
Export documentation prepared to match destination-country and buyer requirements — phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, fumigation certificate, lab test reports and more, as applicable.
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of origin
- Fumigation certificate
- Certificate of analysis — moisture, aflatoxin, foreign matter
- APEDA contract registration (required specifically for EU-bound shipments)
- Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading
Share your compliance checklist and we will confirm the documentation for your shipment. Third-party inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek or your nominated agency) can be arranged on request.
Get a quote for Groundnut Kernels
Tell us your specs — get a quote within 24 business hours.
Groundnut Kernels export FAQs
Yes — groundnut kernel export is Free under current Indian policy, with no MEP or duty complications of the kind that affect fresh onion.
By dollar value in our 2024 data, it is — USD 823M, ahead of every other product we track. Southeast Asian demand drives it: Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand together take about 73% of total value, which also makes this the strongest data-backed case for Indonesian- and Vietnamese-language content on this site.
Hand-Picked-Selected — kernels sorted and graded by hand to remove damaged, discoloured or foreign material, the standard export-quality designation for Indian groundnut.
Common export counts include 38/42, 40/44, 50/60 and 60/70 (kernels per ounce) — smaller counts mean larger kernels. Tell us your target count and we'll confirm current availability.
Yes, on request. This matters most for EU-bound shipments, which require APEDA contract registration and aflatoxin testing as standard documentation; Russia-bound shipments require pre-shipment quality certification from an approved testing laboratory. We handle this documentation as part of the order process.
Roughly 22–24 MT bagged in a 20ft container and 25–27 MT in a 40ft.
One 20ft container. Ask about trial quantities for a first order.
Related products
Related guides
Request a quote for Groundnut Kernels
Tell us your quantity, destination port and required specification — we'll come back within 24 business hours.
- Response within 24 business hours
- No obligation
- Samples available on request
Step 1 of 2 — takes 60 seconds