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Exporting to Germany

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Germany is a significant market for Indian agricultural exports, offering opportunities for a diverse range of products.

Data updated Jul 12, 2026 · 1 min read
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$96.04MAnnual agri-import value (from India)
+7.32%Year-over-year growth

Top imported products

Vegetable, Fruit, Nut Food Preparations
36%
Plants for Pharmacy, Perfume, Insecticides
82%
Oil Seeds and Oleaginous Fruits
10%
Flaxseed (Linseed)
4%
Peanuts (Ground-Nuts), Raw
1%

Tariffs & duties

HS codeProductDutyNotes
200190Vegetable, Fruit, Nut Food PreparationsVariesTariffs depend on specific product classification; many benefit from EU's Generalized Scheme of Preferences (GSP) reducing duties.
120400Flaxseed (Linseed)VariesSubject to EU Common Customs Tariff; GSP may apply, reducing duties for qualifying products.
120600Peanuts (Ground-Nuts), RawVariesTariffs depend on specific product classification; GSP may reduce duties for eligible products.
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Required documents & certifications

Certificate of OriginRequired

Verifies the product's origin, essential for customs clearance and determining applicable tariffs.

Phytosanitary CertificateRequired

Issued by India's plant quarantine authorities, certifying that the product is free from pests and diseases.

Commercial InvoiceRequired

Details the transaction, including product description, quantity, and value, necessary for customs valuation.

Packing ListRequired

Provides detailed information on the packaging, aiding in efficient customs inspection and clearance.

Logistics & shipping

Typical transit time
Approximately 4-6 weeks
Common route
Sea freight from major Indian ports to Hamburg or Bremen
Destination port
Hamburg or Bremen
Avg. freight cost
Varies

Freight costs fluctuate based on fuel prices, container availability, and shipping demand; obtaining current quotes is advisable.

Mandi price vs. landed price

ProductIndia mandi rateGermany landed priceMargin
Vegetable, Fruit, Nut Food Preparations$36.53M$40M+9.5%
Flaxseed (Linseed)$4.10M$4.5M+10%
Peanuts (Ground-Nuts), Raw$1.46M$1.6M+9.6%

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