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Turmeric (Finger & Powder)

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Turmeric (Finger & Powder)

📋 GOHER EXPORTS — PRODUCT BROCHURE

✦ TURMERIC (HALDI) — Finger & Powder ✦

Premium Pakistani-Origin Spice for the Gulf Market


🏆 PRODUCT OVERVIEW — QUICK LOOK

AttributeDetails
Common NameTurmeric (Haldi / كركم)
Scientific NameCurcuma longa L. (syn. Curcuma domestica)
Product Forms AvailableWhole Finger (Unpolished/Polished) & Fine Ground Powder
HS Code (Pakistan)0910.3010 (Turmeric – Whole/Finger) & 0910.3020 (Turmeric – Powder)
Origin Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
Peak Buying Window (Gulf)September – November & January – March
Target Moisture Limit≤ 10% (Finger) / ≤ 9% (Powder)
Standard Export Packing25kg / 50kg PP Bags (Bulk); 100g / 200g / 500g / 1kg Stand-up Pouches (Retail)
MOQ (Bulk Supply)10 Metric Tons
MOQ (Retail Packing)1,000 Units per SKU
Payment TermsL/C (Letter of Credit) at Sight, T/T Advance (30% upfront + 70% against BL Copy)
FOB Price (Karachi)$1,200 – $1,600/MT (Finger) / $1,500 – $2,000/MT (Powder)
CNF Price (GCC Ports)$1,450 – $1,850/MT (Finger) / $1,750 – $2,300/MT (Powder)
Container Loading~ 18–20 MT per 40FT HC FCL (Finger) / ~ 20–22 MT (Powder)
Shelf Life24 months (Finger) / 18 months (Powder) from production

🧪 TECHNICAL & BOTANICAL INFORMATION

ParameterSpecification
Scientific NameCurcuma longa L.
FamilyZingiberaceae
Plant Part UsedRhizome (underground stem)
Curcumin Content2.5% – 6.5% (Pakistani variety: 3.5% – 5.0%)
Volatile Oil2.0% – 7.0%
Moisture (Max)10% (Finger) / 9% (Powder)
Ash Content (Max)7.0%
Acid Insoluble Ash (Max)1.0%
Lead (Max)≤ 2.5 ppm
Heavy Metals (Total)Compliant with GCC & EU standards
MicrobiologySalmonella – Absent, Yeast & Mold ≤ 1,000 CFU/g
Adulteration100% Pure – No added starch, lead chromate, or artificial color
Foreign Matter (Max)1.0% (Finger) / 0.5% (Powder)
PackingFood-grade PP bags / Multi-layer kraft + AL foil (retail)
StorageCool, dry place (< 25°C), away from direct sunlight
Packaging Type (Bulk)25 kg / 50 kg new PP woven bags with inner PE liner
Packaging Type (Retail)Stand-up pouches, zip-lock, tin containers, glass jars
Labeling LanguagesArabic + English (Gulf market compliance)

🌍 EXPORT — INCO TERMS & LOGISTICS

IncotermDetails
FOB (Free on Board)Karachi Port (KICT/PICT) – Port Qasim also available
CNF / C&F (Cost & Freight)Any GCC Port: Jebel Ali (Dubai), Hamad (Qatar), Dammam (KSA), Shuwaikh (Kuwait), Sohar (Oman), Khalifa Bin Salman (Bahrain)
CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight)Available on request
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)Quoted per specific buyer request
Transit Time (Karachi → GCC)5–12 days
Preferred PortKarachi Port (KICT)
Container Type20FT GP / 40FT HC FCL
Documents ProvidedPacking List, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, Bill of Lading, Lab Analysis Report, GOHER EXPORTS Certificate of Quality

🇵🇰 PAKISTAN PRODUCTION PROFILES — TURMERIC

📍 Major Producing Regions / Districts / Cities

ProvinceKey DistrictsRemarks
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)Dera Ismail Khan, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Karak, TankLargest producer region – accounts for ~65% of national output
PunjabRahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, RajanpurSecond largest share (~25%)
SindhMirpurkhas, Sanghar, Badin, TharparkarSmaller scale (~8%)
BalochistanKilla Saifullah, Qilla Abdullah, LoralaiLimited production (~2%)

💡 Key Insight: Dera Ismail Khan (DI Khan) is considered the "Turmeric Capital of Pakistan", producing the finest quality fingers known for deep orange-yellow color and high curcumin content.


🌏 GLOBAL TRADE PROFILE

🏭 Largest Exporters Worldwide (Turmeric)

RankCountryMarket ShareAnnual Export Volume (approx.)
1🇮🇳 India~65-70%150,000 – 180,000 MT
2🇨🇳 China~6-8%12,000 – 15,000 MT
3🇲🇲 Myanmar~5-6%10,000 – 12,000 MT
4🇵🇰 Pakistan~4-5%8,000 – 10,000 MT
5🇳🇵 Nepal~3%5,000 – 6,000 MT
6🇮🇩 Indonesia~2%3,000 – 4,000 MT

📥 Largest Importers Worldwide (Turmeric)

RankCountryImport Volume (approx. MT/year)
1🇦🇪 UAE (Dubai – Re-export Hub)25,000 – 30,000 MT
2🇺🇸 United States12,000 – 15,000 MT
3🇮🇷 Iran10,000 – 12,000 MT
4🇩🇪 Germany6,000 – 8,000 MT
5🇯🇵 Japan5,000 – 6,000 MT
6🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia4,000 – 5,000 MT
7🇬🇧 United Kingdom3,500 – 4,500 MT
8🇰🇼 Kuwait1,500 – 2,000 MT
9🇶🇦 Qatar1,000 – 1,500 MT
10🇴🇲 Oman800 – 1,200 MT

📥 Top Importer Countries from Pakistan (GCC Focus)

RankCountryVolume from Pakistan (approx. MT/year)
1🇦🇪 UAE3,000 – 4,000 MT
2🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia1,500 – 2,500 MT
3🇰🇼 Kuwait600 – 1,000 MT
4🇶🇦 Qatar400 – 700 MT
5🇴🇲 Oman300 – 500 MT
6🇧🇭 Bahrain200 – 350 MT

✅ YES — ALL GCC COUNTRIES IMPORT TURMERIC FROM PAKISTAN


📅 SEASONAL PRODUCTION CYCLE

PhaseMonthsActivity
🌱 SowingMay – JuneLand preparation & rhizome planting
🌿 Growth & IrrigationJuly – OctoberVegetative growth, weeding, irrigation
🍂 Maturity & HarvestingNovember – JanuaryLeaves yellow; rhizomes ready
🧺 Curing (Boiling & Drying)December – FebruaryBoiling, drying, polishing, sorting
📦 Peak Export SeasonFebruary – April & September – NovemberBulk shipments to GCC

Peak Buying Window for Gulf Importers:

  • Window 1: September – November (pre-Ramadan stocking)
  • Window 2: January – March (post-harvest fresh crop)

🇵🇰 WHY PAKISTAN HAS AN EDGE OVER OTHER COUNTRIES?

FactorPakistan Advantage
✅ Natural ClimateIdeal conditions in DI Khan & Southern Punjab: semi-arid, hot summers + rich alluvial soil
✅ Higher CurcuminPakistani variety yields 3.5% – 5.0% curcumin — competitive with Indian Alleppey
✅ No Artificial ColoringNaturally deep yellow-orange — no adulteration needed
✅ Lower Production CostLabor & land costs lower than India in DI Khan belt
✅ Geographic Proximity to GCCKarachi → Jebel Ali = 5–7 days (vs India 8–12 days)
✅ Duty-Free / Preferential AccessPakistan + GCC FTA under negotiation; current tariffs are low (5% UAE)
✅ Iran Border TradeDirect land route via Taftan for Iranian buyers
✅ Halal & Organic PotentialEasy to certify for Gulf Halal market
✅ English + Arabic Labeling ExpertiseGOHER EXPORTS offers bilingual retail packaging ready for Gulf shelves
✅ Consistent SupplyTwo cropping regions (KPK & Punjab) = staggered harvest window

❤️ HEALTH BENEFITS OF TURMERIC

⚕️ الفوائد الصحية للكركم

BenefitArabicExplanation
Powerful Anti-Inflammatoryمضاد قوي للالتهاباتCurcumin blocks NF-kB, reduces chronic inflammation
Antioxidant Protectionحماية مضادة للأكسدةNeutralizes free radicals; boosts body's own enzymes
Joint Healthصحة المفاصلReduces arthritis symptoms (osteoarthritis & rheumatoid arthritis)
Brain Healthصحة الدماغCrosses blood-brain barrier; clears amyloid plaques (Alzheimer's)
Heart Healthصحة القلبImproves endothelial function, reduces LDL oxidation
Cancer-Fighting Potentialمكافحة السرطانInhibits cancer cell growth in lab studies (colon, breast, prostate)
Digestive Aidمساعد للهضمStimulates bile production; reduces bloating & gas
Liver Detoxإزالة سموم الكبدProtects hepatocytes from toxins; enhances glutathione
Blood Sugar Regulationتنظيم سكر الدمImproves insulin sensitivity
Wound Healingالتئام الجروحTopical application accelerates healing (traditional use)

🍽️ CULINARY BENEFITS & SPECIALTIES

🥘 الاستخدامات الطهوية للكركم

ApplicationArabic Dish / UseWhy It's Essential
Biryani & Pulaoبرياني / بيلاوGolden color + earthy aroma
Curries (Salna, Korma)كاري (صلنة / قورمة)Base spice for all Gulf and South Asian gravies
Harees & Jareeshهريس / جريشAdds depth & color to this Gulf favorite
Machboos (Kabsa)كبسة / مكبوسEssential spice in GCC rice dishes
Karak Tea / Golden Milkشاي كرك / حليب ذهبيTurmeric latte trend (with black pepper for absorption)
Pickles / AchariمخللاتPreservative + color agent
Marinades (Mandi, Shawarma)مندي / شاورماTenderizes & flavors meat
Daal / LentilsعدسDaily staple across the region
Fish (Samak Mashwi)سمك مشويRubbed on fish before grilling
Samosas & Spring RollsسمبوسةColor + flavor in fillings

Pro Tip for Absorption: Always consume turmeric with black pepper (piperine) — increases curcumin absorption by 2,000%.


🏷️ PRODUCT IDENTIFIERS & SKUs

🌐 International HS Codes

Product FormHS CodeDescription
Turmeric – Whole (Finger)0910.3010Turmeric, neither crushed nor ground
Turmeric – Ground (Powder)0910.3020Turmeric, crushed or ground
Turmeric – Organic Certification0910.3010/3020 (same, with organic cert)Certified organic variant

GOHER EXPORTS advises all shipments under correct HS Code to avoid customs delays in GCC.

🆔 Product SKUs (GOHER EXPORTS)

SKU CodeProductPackingTarget Market
GE-TUR-FNG-B25Turmeric Finger – Premium Grade25 kg PP Bag (Bulk)Wholesale / Industrial
GE-TUR-FNG-B50Turmeric Finger – Premium Grade50 kg PP Bag (Bulk)Large volume buyers
GE-TUR-FNG-FCLTurmeric Finger – FCL Container Lot25 kg bags (20 MT)GCC Bulk Importers
GE-TUR-PWD-B25Turmeric Powder – Premium Ground25 kg PP Bag (Bulk)Food Processing
GE-TUR-PWD-B50Turmeric Powder – Premium Ground50 kg PP Bag (Bulk)Industrial
GE-TUR-PWD-FCLTurmeric Powder – FCL Container Lot25 kg bags (22 MT)GCC Bulk Importers
GE-TUR-RT-100Turmeric Powder – Retail Pouch100 g Stand-up PouchSupermarkets
GE-TUR-RT-200Turmeric Powder – Retail Pouch200 g Stand-up PouchSupermarkets
GE-TUR-RT-500Turmeric Powder – Retail Pouch500 g Stand-up PouchSupermarkets / Hypermarkets
GE-TUR-RT-1KGTurmeric Powder – Retail Pouch1 kg Stand-up PouchBulk retail / Food service
GE-TUR-JAR-100Turmeric Powder – Glass Jar100 g Glass Jar with LidPremium market
GE-TUR-TIN-200Turmeric Powder – Premium Tin200 g Tin ContainerGift / Premium segment
GE-TUR-ORG-B25Turmeric Finger – Organic Certified25 kg PP BagOrganic/Natural market
GE-TUR-ORG-PWD25Turmeric Powder – Organic Certified25 kg PP BagOrganic/Natural market

📦 PACKING DETAILS

📊 Bulk Export Packing

Packing TypeWeightMaterialBags per 40FT HC
PP Woven Bag with PE Inner Liner25 kgNew premium PP + food-grade PE~800 bags
PP Woven Bag with PE Inner Liner50 kgHeavy-duty PP + PE~400 bags
Jumbo Bag (FIBC)1,000 kg / 1 MTBulk bag with liner~20 bags
Carton Box25 kg (inner pouch)5-ply corrugated carton~800 cartons

🛍️ Retail Packing

FormatWeight OptionsMaterial
Stand-up Pouch (DOY)100g / 200g / 500g / 1kgMulti-layer PET/AL/PE with zipper
Flat Bottom Pouch200g / 500gKraft paper + AL foil + PE
Glass Jar100g / 200gGlass with metal/plastic airtight lid
Tin Container200g / 500gTinplate with resealable lid
Roll Pack (Sachet)25g / 50gAL foil single-serve sachets
LabelingBilingual: Arabic + EnglishFull nutritional data, Halal logo, expiry, GOHER EXPORTS branding

📦 CONTAINER LOADING CAPACITY ESTIMATES — 40FT HC FCL

Product FormContainer TypeNet Weight (approx.)Packing Configuration
Turmeric Finger – Bulk40FT HC18 – 20 MT25 kg bags (720–800 bags)
Turmeric Powder – Bulk40FT HC20 – 22 MT25 kg bags (800–880 bags)
Turmeric Finger – Retail Pouches40FT HC16 – 18 MTMaster cartons 20x500g (palletized)
Turmeric Powder – Retail Pouches40FT HC17 – 19 MTMaster cartons 20x500g (palletized)
Turmeric Powder – Glass Jars40FT HC14 – 16 MTCartons of 12 jars (maximized volume)
Mixed Load (Finger + Powder)40FT HC18 – 20 MTFlexible split as per buyer needs

Loading Note: All containers are palletized (Euro/ISO pallets) and shrink-wrapped for safe transit. Fumigation certificate (ISPM-15) for wooden pallets provided.


💰 PRICING SCHEDULE — BULK CONTAINER ORDERS

📊 FOB Karachi Prices (USD)

ProductGradeFOB Price (per MT)
Turmeric Finger – StandardGood Agricultural Practice$1,200 – $1,350/MT
Turmeric Finger – PremiumHigh Curcumin (>4%)$1,400 – $1,600/MT
Turmeric Powder – Standard100 mesh, no additives$1,500 – $1,750/MT
Turmeric Powder – Premium200 mesh, micronized$1,800 – $2,000/MT
Organic Turmeric FingerOrganic Certified$2,000 – $2,300/MT
Organic Turmeric PowderOrganic Certified$2,300 – $2,600/MT

📊 CNF GCC Port Prices (USD)

ProductGradeCNF Price (per MT)
Turmeric Finger – StandardGood Agricultural Practice$1,450 – $1,600/MT
Turmeric Finger – PremiumHigh Curcumin (>4%)$1,650 – $1,850/MT
Turmeric Powder – Standard100 mesh$1,750 – $1,950/MT
Turmeric Powder – Premium200 mesh$2,000 – $2,300/MT
Organic Turmeric FingerOrganic Certified$2,200 – $2,500/MT
Organic Turmeric PowderOrganic Certified$2,500 – $2,800/MT

📊 Retail Pack Pricing (FOB – Per Unit)

SKURetail PackUnit Price (FOB)MOQ
GE-TUR-RT-100100 g Stand-up Pouch$0.85 – $1.101,000 units
GE-TUR-RT-200200 g Stand-up Pouch$1.50 – $1.901,000 units
GE-TUR-RT-500500 g Stand-up Pouch$3.20 – $4.001,000 units
GE-TUR-RT-1KG1 kg Stand-up Pouch$5.50 – $7.00500 units
GE-TUR-JAR-100100 g Glass Jar$2.20 – $2.80500 units
GE-TUR-TIN-200200 g Premium Tin$3.50 – $4.50500 units

Volume Discounts: 5% for orders > 5 MT | 10% for orders > 10 MT | Contact for FCL pricing


📋 MOQ SUMMARY

Order TypeMinimum Order QuantityRemarks
Bulk Supply (Finger)10 Metric TonsLCL or FCL basis
Bulk Supply (Powder)10 Metric TonsLCL or FCL basis
Retail Pack (Stand-up Pouch)1,000 units per SKUCan mix SKUs in same container
Retail Pack (Jar/Tin)500 units per SKUPremium packaging
Sample Order (Free)1 – 5 kgFreight charges borne by buyer

📝 INTERNATIONAL LABELING, PACKING & CERTIFICATIONS

🏅 Certifications Available (GOHER EXPORTS)

CertificationStatusRelevance
✅ Halal CertificateAvailable (recognized by GCC Halal bodies)Mandatory for Gulf market
✅ Phytosanitary CertificateIssued by Pakistan Dept. of Plant ProtectionRequired for customs clearance
✅ Certificate of OriginIssued by TDAP / Chamber of CommerceFor preferential duty claims
✅ Fumigation CertificateISPM-15 compliant (pallets)Wooden pallet requirement
✅ Lab Analysis ReportThird-party accredited labProves curcumin %, purity, microbiology
✅ Free Sale CertificateAvailableFor retail registration in GCC
✅ Organic CertificationAvailable on requestUSDA Organic / EU Organic / NOP
✅ HACCP / ISO 22000Available for processing facilityFood safety management
✅ BPA-Free PackagingStandard for retail pouchesConsumer safety
✅ EU Pesticide ComplianceAvailable on requestFor re-export to Europe

🏷️ Labeling Specifications (Arabic + English)

Label ElementEnglishArabic
Product NamePremium Turmeric Powderكركم ممتاز مطحون
BrandGOHER EXPORTSجوهر للتصدير
OriginProduct of Pakistanمنتج باكستان
Net Weight500 g e500 جم
Ingredients100% Pure Turmericكركم نقي ١٠٠٪
Best Before18 months from packingيفضل الاستخدام قبل
StorageStore in cool, dry placeيحفظ في مكان بارد وجاف
Halal LogoHalal Certifiedحلال
Nutritional InfoFull panel per GCC standardsبالعربية
BarcodeEAN-13 / UPC-AEAN-13
Lot NumberLOT: GE-XXXX-XXXرقم الدفعة
GOHER Contactinfo@goherexports.com—

🎯 CAN PAKISTANI TURMERIC COMPETE WITH COMPETITORS?

✅ Price Competitiveness

CompetitorPrice Range (FOB/MT)Pakistan Position
🇮🇳 India (Alleppey)$1,400 – $2,200/MT🇵🇰 Pakistan 10–20% cheaper
🇮🇳 India (Madras/Salem)$1,300 – $1,800/MT🇵🇰 Pakistan comparable or slightly lower
🇨🇳 China (Yunnan)$1,200 – $1,500/MT🇵🇰 Pakistan slightly lower quality but competitive price
🇲🇲 Myanmar$1,100 – $1,400/MT🇵🇰 Pakistan better quality, slightly higher price
🇳🇵 Nepal$1,300 – $1,700/MT🇵🇰 Pakistan comparable price & quality

✅ Quality Competitiveness

ParameterPakistanIndiaChinaMyanmar
🌟 Curcumin Content3.5–5.0% ✅2.5–6.5%1.5–3.0%2.0–4.0%
🎨 ColorDeep orange-yellow ✅Deep yellowPale yellowYellow
🧪 Adulteration RiskLow ✅Moderate (lead chromate cases reported)ModerateLow
🌱 Organic PotentialHigh ✅HighLimitedLimited
🚢 Freight to GCC5–7 days ✅8–12 days14–18 days14–20 days
🏷️ Halal TrustStrong ✅ (Muslim country)StrongModerateModerate

📌 VERDICT: YES — Pakistani turmeric competes VERY effectively on both price AND quality for the GCC market. For Gulf buyers, Pakistan offers the best price-to-quality-to-proximity ratio globally.


📍 PORT DESTINATIONS IN GCC / GULF

GCC CountryPreferred PortsTransit from KarachiCNF Surcharge (approx.)
🇦🇪 UAEJebel Ali (Dubai)5–7 days+$200–250/MT
🇸🇦 Saudi ArabiaDammam / Jeddah6–10 days+$250–350/MT
🇶🇦 QatarHamad Port (Doha)6–8 days+$250–300/MT
🇰🇼 KuwaitShuwaikh / Shuaiba7–10 days+$300–400/MT
🇴🇲 OmanSohar / Muscat (Sultan Qaboos)5–7 days+$200–250/MT
🇧🇭 BahrainKhalifa Bin Salman6–8 days+$250–300/MT

GOHER EXPORTS provides door-to-door DDP quotes on request for all GCC destinations.


📄 DETAILS ABOUT BULK EXPORT (GOHER EXPORTS PROCESS)

StepProcessTimeline
1Buyer issues LOI / InquiryDay 1
2GOHER EXPORTS sends Proforma Invoice (PI)Day 1–2
3Buyer opens L/C or sends T/T AdvanceDay 3–7
4Product sourcing & quality check at warehouseDay 7–14
5Third-party inspection (SGS/Bureau Veritas or buyer's nominee)Day 14–18
6Packing & labeling per buyer specificationDay 15–20
7Customs clearance & loading at Karachi PortDay 20–25
8BL issuance & shipping documents sent to buyerDay 28–30
9Transit to GCC PortDay 30–40
10Customs clearance & delivery at destinationDay 40–45

📞 CONTACT GOHER EXPORTS

Contact PointDetails
CompanyGOHER EXPORTS
CountryPakistan
SpecializationPremium Spices, Rice, Dry Fruits, Herbs
Target MarketsGCC, Middle East, Europe, USA
Bulk Orders10 MT – FCL quantities
Retail SupplyPrivate labeling & branded retail packs
Certification SupportHalal, Organic, HACCP, ISO

📌 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

🚫 Common Adulteration Risks — GOHER EXPORTS Guarantees Purity

AdulterantRiskGOHER EXPORTS Policy
Lead Chromate (yellow dye)Toxic, banned globallyZero tolerance — strict lab testing
Starch (tapioca/cassava)Dilutes curcumin100% pure turmeric tested
Chalk / TalcAdds weightNo mineral additives
Old stock / FumigatedLow volatile oilFresh crop only supplied
Artificial Color (Metanil Yellow)CarcinogenicBanned — rejected on detection

♻️ Sustainability & Ethical Sourcing

  • Direct sourcing from smallholder farmers in DI Khan & Rahim Yar Khan
  • Fair trade pricing model ensures 15–20% premium over market to growers
  • Women employed in sorting & packing (community empowerment)