Turmeric Exporter from India
Indian turmeric (Curcuma longa) — whole finger, cut and powder grades, graded by curcumin content for spice traders and food manufacturers.
Quick answer: Green Plus EXIM exports Indian turmeric as whole finger, whole bulb (mother), cut/split and powder, sourced from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu (Erode). India is the world's largest turmeric producer and exporter — the UAE and Bangladesh are near-tied as the top destination markets, per WITS/UN Comtrade 2024 data, with the USA, Malaysia and Morocco rounding out the top five. Curcumin content is the main quality differentiator and is confirmed per lot before shipment.
Indian turmeric for export
India grows and processes more turmeric than any other country, and Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu's Erode belt are the heart of that trade. We supply whole finger and bulb turmeric, cut/split forms, and powder — each graded principally by curcumin content, the compound that drives both colour and the extraction-industry demand for higher-grade lots.
Turmeric is harvested January-March, then boiled and sun-cured over several weeks before it's ready for market — a process that develops the colour and aroma buyers expect and gives the dried rhizome good storage life, which is why we can supply from stock through the year rather than only around harvest.
How should I specify turmeric?
- Form. Whole finger, whole bulb (mother turmeric, prized for extraction), cut/split pieces, or ground powder. Whole and cut forms travel and store better; powder is more convenient but shorter-lived.
- Curcumin content. The main quality lever. Standard culinary-grade turmeric runs from 2.5% curcumin upward; buyers supplying the curcumin-extraction or nutraceutical industry typically want 3-5%+ and we source specifically against that spec.
- Moisture and extraneous matter. Well-cured turmeric should run 10-12% moisture or below with minimal foreign material — both are confirmed on the certificate of analysis for your shipment.
Which markets buy Indian turmeric?
The UAE and Bangladesh are nearly tied for the top destination by value, with the United States, Malaysia and Morocco following — see the cited breakdown below. The UAE trade partly reflects Gulf re-export and food-service demand; Bangladesh is a large direct consumer market with strong culinary use of turmeric.
Turmeric export pricing
Turmeric pricing tracks curcumin content, form and current crop conditions in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Send us your required form, curcumin spec, quantity and destination port and we'll come back with a current FOB/CIF quote.
Key facts
- HS code: 0910.30 (turmeric/curcuma) — export policy: Free, no DGFT restriction
- Main sourcing: Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu (Erode)
- Forms: whole finger, whole bulb, cut/split, powder
- Curcumin content is the primary quality/grading lever (2.5% to 5%+)
- Leading markets: UAE, Bangladesh, USA, Malaysia, Morocco
- ~14-16 MT per 20ft container (bagged, whole/cut)
- Stores 12-24 months whole; powder best used within 12 months
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Turmeric specifications
| Parameter | Typical specification |
|---|---|
| Form | Whole finger, whole bulb (mother), cut/split, or powder — buyer specified |
| Curcumin content | 2.5% min (standard) to 5%+ (high-curcumin, buyer specified) |
| Moisture | ≤ 10-12% |
| Extraneous matter | ≤ 1-2% |
| Colour | Deep yellow-orange, characteristic of well-cured turmeric |
| Admixture / foreign matter | Free from stones, dust and foreign material |
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/HDPE bags for whole/cut forms; multi-layer paper or PP bags for powder; vacuum-packed pouches on request |
| Minimum order quantity | 1 × 20ft container; trial orders discussed |
| Loading capacity (20ft) | Approx. 14-16 MT in a 20ft container (bagged, whole/cut form) |
| Loading capacity (40ft) | Approx. 24-26 MT in a 40ft container |
| Shelf life & storage | 12-24 months for whole/dried turmeric in cool, dry storage; powder is best used within 12 months to preserve colour and aroma |
Loading figures are typical estimates — use the turmeric container load estimator for a planning figure, and confirm exact figures with us before booking.
Availability calendar
Typical availability for turmeric 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 turmeric
India's top destination markets for turmeric (HS 0910.30 (turmeric / curcuma)), 2024 (calendar year). India exported $327,989,520 of turmeric worldwide that year:
| Destination country | Export value (USD) | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $50,941,510 | 27,902,400 Kg |
| Bangladesh | $50,025,300 | 36,197,500 Kg |
| United States | $23,543,590 | 8,940,160 Kg |
| Malaysia | $17,890,140 | 8,462,800 Kg |
| Morocco | $14,934,220 | 8,282,310 Kg |
| Iran | $14,872,490 | 8,427,750 Kg |
| Saudi Arabia | $10,506,000 | 5,850,850 Kg |
| Germany | $10,145,080 | 4,216,330 Kg |
| United Kingdom | $8,991,300 | 3,896,850 Kg |
| Indonesia | $8,074,000 | 3,382,510 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 source (WITS/UN Comtrade), per-country USD values AND quantities both reported. India world total 2024: USD 327.99M across 177,738 MT. Cross-check: a separate trade-press figure puts FY2024-25 turmeric exports at USD 341.54M (up 50.7% YoY from USD 226.58M in FY2023-24) with India holding ~66% of world market share — that is a fiscal-year figure and not directly comparable to the calendar-2024 WITS number, so do not mix the two in one table. UAE and Bangladesh are near-tied as the #1 market.
Indian sourcing regions
Telangana (Nizamabad) and Andhra Pradesh are India's largest turmeric-producing states, with Tamil Nadu's Erode market a major trading and processing hub, plus Maharashtra, Karnataka and Odisha adding volume. Harvest runs January-March; curing (boiling and sun-drying) follows, after which turmeric stores well and moves to market through the year.
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 (where required by destination)
- Certificate of analysis — curcumin content, moisture, extraneous matter
- Spices Board registration documentation, where applicable to the shipment
- 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 Turmeric
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Turmeric export FAQs
Yes. Turmeric export from India carries no DGFT export restriction — it is classified Free under the current ITC-HS Schedule 2 export policy. Standard phytosanitary and spice-trade documentation still applies.
2.5% minimum is the common commercial-grade floor; buyers targeting extraction (oleoresin/curcumin manufacturing) often ask for 3-5%+. Tell us your end use and we'll source against the right curcumin band.
Whole finger and whole bulb (mother) turmeric give buyers control over their own grinding and are less prone to adulteration concerns in transit. Powder is more convenient for direct food use but has a shorter shelf life for colour/aroma retention. We supply both.
The UAE and Bangladesh are almost tied for the top spot, per 2024 WITS/UN Comtrade data, with the United States, Malaysia and Morocco next. The UAE anchors a wider Gulf re-export trade; Bangladesh is a direct high-volume consumer market.
25kg and 50kg PP or HDPE bags are standard for whole and cut forms. Powder is typically packed in multi-layer paper or PP bags to protect against moisture, with vacuum-sealed pouches available for premium retail-bound orders.
Well-cured whole turmeric stores 12-24 months in cool, dry conditions. Powder is more sensitive to light, heat and moisture and is best used within 12 months for full colour and aroma.
One 20ft container is our standard minimum. Get in touch with your target form (whole/cut/powder), curcumin spec and destination port for a quote.
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