For importers and large-scale distributors, ordering a full container load of produce can seem complex. However, when you partner with an experienced exporter, the process is straightforward, transparent, and secure. This guide breaks down the simple, step-by-step journey to getting a shipment of premium, fresh semi husked coconut from the farms of India to your destination port.
As a leading exporter based in Pune, India, we’ve perfected this process to ensure a seamless experience for our B2B clients.
Step 1: Your Inquiry & Defining Your Requirements
The process begins with you. The first step is to send a clear inquiry to our team. To help us provide a fast and accurate quote, please include the following:
Your Company Details: Name, location, and contact information.
Product: Fresh Semi Husked Coconut.
Quantity: Specify the container size you need (e.g., 1 x 40′ Reefer Container).
Destination Port: The seaport where you will receive the shipment.
Our team will respond within 24 hours to confirm your requirements and move to the next step.
Step 2: Receiving and Approving the Proforma Invoice
Once we have your requirements, we will issue a detailed Proforma Invoice (PI). This is a preliminary bill of sale that outlines all the terms of the agreement.
Your PI will include:
A full breakdown of our export quality specifications (e.g., nut weight 500-650g, origin: Pollachi).
The price per unit and the total value of the shipment.
The agreed-upon payment and delivery terms.
The estimated shipping timeline.
Review the PI carefully. Once you approve it and confirm the payment terms, the production process begins.
Step 3: Quality Sourcing and Expert Packing
This is where our team on the ground gets to work.
Sourcing: We procure the coconuts from our network of trusted farms in prime growing regions like Pollachi.
Grading & Packing: The coconuts are meticulously sorted for quality and then semi-husked. They are packed into durable PP bags (typically 25 nuts per bag) designed to protect them during transit.
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Step 4: Managing the Cold Chain for Optimal Freshness
For a “fresh” product, this is the most critical stage. We manage a seamless cold chain to maximize shelf life.
Pre-Cooling: The coconuts are pre-cooled to remove field heat.
Reefer Container: The packed bags are carefully loaded (“stuffed”) into a reefer container, which is a refrigerated container set to the optimal temperature (around 13-15°C) to keep the coconuts fresh.
Step 5: Documentation and Dispatch
While your container is being prepared, we handle all the necessary paperwork for a smooth customs clearance process at your end.
Key Documents: This includes the Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, and the mandatory Phytosanitary Certificate.
Dispatch: Once the container is sealed and all documents are prepared, it is transported to the port (e.g., Nhava Sheva, Mumbai) and loaded onto the vessel for its journey to you.
Step 6: Shipment Tracking and Arrival
We provide you with all the shipping details, allowing you to track the vessel’s progress. Upon arrival at your destination port, your clearing agent will use the documents we provided to clear the shipment through customs. You are then ready to receive your container load of fresh semi husked coconut.
A Simple Process with a Trusted Partner
Ordering a full container may seem daunting, but with a transparent, step-by-step process and an expert partner, it’s a straightforward path to securing a high-quality, profitable product for your market.
Ready to start the process? Contact Exim Internationals today to begin Step 1 and receive a detailed quote for your first container.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for a shipment?
The standard MOQ for a cost-effective shipment is a full container load. We can accommodate a 20-foot container for a trial order, but a 40-foot container offers the best value in terms of per-unit shipping cost.
2. How many coconuts are in a 40-foot container?
A 40-foot reefer container typically holds approximately 25,000 fresh semi husked coconuts.
3. What is a ‘reefer container’ and why is it necessary?
A reefer container is a refrigerated shipping container. It is absolutely necessary for maintaining the cold chain and preserving the freshness of perishable products like coconuts during the sea voyage.
4. What payment terms do you offer?
We offer secure, standard international trade payment terms. For new clients, this is often an Irrevocable Letter of Credit (LC) or a percentage of advance payment with the balance against shipping documents.
5. How long does it take from confirming my order to the container being shipped?
Typically, the lead time from order confirmation to dispatch from the port is between 10 to 15 days. This includes sourcing, grading, packing, and inland transportation.
6. What is a Phytosanitary Certificate?
It is a mandatory certificate for customs clearance issued by the Indian agricultural authorities. It certifies that the coconuts have been inspected and are free from pests and diseases, complying with the import regulations of your country.
7. Where are your coconuts sourced from?
We source our premium, export quality coconuts from the Pollachi region in Tamil Nadu, India, which is globally renowned for its high-quality coconuts.
8. Can I track my shipment while it is in transit?
Yes. Once the container is on board the vessel, we provide you with the Bill of Lading and all necessary details to track the shipment’s progress online until it reaches your destination port.
About us
Exim Internationals is a premier export company dedicated to delivering the finest products from India to international markets. Our mission is to establish India as a global export powerhouse, contributing to economic growth and showcasing the richness of Indian goods worldwide.
From the pashmina shawls and apples of the North to the spices of the South, the fruits and powders of the West, and the tea and bamboo of the East, we connect every corner of India with the global market.
Certification we have: FSSAI, APEDA, IEC, UDYAM, FIEO, Spices Board, Coconut
Contact us
Samin heritage, Sl building, Shop no. 19, Chandan wadi, Almeda road Thane west, Maharashtra, India-400601.
Email Us:support@eximinternationals.com
Call Us: +91 9820446601 | +91 9321559185
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