Planning to add Makhana (fox nuts) to your product range? Here is a simple step-by-step overview of how importers, wholesalers and snack brands usually import Makhana from India.
Step 1: Choose the product and grade
Decide whether you need plain Makhana or flavoured Makhana, and which size grade fits your market. In India, Makhana is graded by size as 4, 5, 6 or 7 Suta – the higher the number, the larger the pop. Premium retail packs usually use 6 or 7 Suta, while 4 and 5 Suta suit wholesale and processing.
Step 2: Check your country’s import rules
Every country has its own food import rules, labelling requirements and documents. Check these with your customs broker or local food authority before you place an order.
Step 3: Shortlist a registered Indian exporter
Work with an exporter that holds the right Indian registrations, such as FSSAI (food safety), APEDA (agricultural export) and IEC (import-export code).
Step 4: Request a quotation and spec sheet
Share the grade, quantity, packaging and destination. A good exporter will send a quotation along with a specification sheet so you know exactly what you are buying.
Step 5: Approve samples
Discuss samples to check size, colour and crunch before confirming a bulk order.
Step 6: Finalise packaging and labelling
Choose bulk packing for repacking, or private-label retail packs under your own brand. Makhana is light and bulky, so moisture-safe, protective packing matters.
Step 7: Confirm the order and shipping
Agree on payment terms, shipping terms and timelines, then the exporter prepares the goods and export documents for dispatch from India.
Start your Makhana import with Suiraa Global
Suiraa Global Pvt Ltd is an export-only company in Mumbai, registered with FSSAI, APEDA and IEC. We export Makhana in 4, 5, 6 and 7 Suta grades, flavoured Makhana, and Moringa products, with bulk and private-label packaging.
📱 WhatsApp: +91 90041 25561
📧 Email: suiraaglobal@gmail.com
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