Export & Import
Practical guidance on the export and import process, documentation, payment terms, Incoterms and logistics for Indian spice and agri-commodity trade.
Export & Import · Export Basics
How Indian Spice Export Works
A step-by-step overview of the typical Indian spice export process, from enquiry to delivery, and the key documents and decisions at each stage.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Export Documentation
Export Documentation Guide
An overview of the core documents used in Indian spice and food exports, what each one is for, and who typically issues it.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Incoterms
CFR vs CIF: What's the Difference?
A clear explanation of the difference between CFR and CIF Incoterms, and why it matters for buyers evaluating quotations.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Incoterms
FOB vs CFR: What's the Difference?
A clear explanation of the difference between FOB and CFR Incoterms, who bears which costs and risks, and why it matters when comparing quotations.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Payment Terms
TT vs LC: Comparing Payment Terms
A practical comparison of Telegraphic Transfer (TT) and Letter of Credit (LC) payment terms for spice and agri-commodity export orders.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Payment Terms
Understanding Irrevocable LC
What 'irrevocable' means in a Letter of Credit, why it matters, and what exporters should check before accepting LC terms.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Buyer-Seller Process
Buyer KYC: What Exporters Should Check
A practical explanation of buyer due diligence (KYC) for exporters — why it matters, what to verify, and common red flags before committing to a first order.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Container Logistics
Container Loading for Spice and Agri Exports
What buyers and exporters should know about container loading for spice and agri-commodity shipments — container types, stuffing considerations and common issues.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Export Process
Pre-Shipment Inspection: What Buyers Should Expect
What pre-shipment inspection covers, who typically performs it, and what buyers should ask for before a shipment is sealed and dispatched.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01
Export & Import · Export Documentation
Certificate of Analysis (COA) in Export Documentation
How the Certificate of Analysis fits into export documentation and LC compliance, and what buyers and banks typically expect from it.
Last reviewed 2026-09-01