Exporting turmeric powder – Discovering the process of exporting turmeric starch

Exporting turmeric powder is one of the important commercial activities, especially in the food and spice sector of Vietnam’s agricultural industry. So what are the steps involved in exporting turmeric starch? Let’s find out more details with Viet Linh in the article below.

Advantages of Vietnamese turmeric starch products

Vietnam is one of the countries with the largest turmeric growing area in the world, with more than 50,000 hectares. Turmeric is very suitable for Vietnam’s soil so that it can be grown in all regions of Vietnam, but mainly in the Central and Central Highlands provinces, such as Quang Nam, Quang Ngai, Gia Lai, Kon Tum, Dak Lak, Dak Nong … Vietnamese turmeric products are highly appreciated for their quality and high curcumin content, from 3-5%.

According to data from the General Department of Customs, Vietnam’s turmeric starch export turnover reached 9.8 million USD in the first 9 months of 2023, an increase of 15% over the same period in 2022. Vietnam’s main export markets are the US, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and European countries.

Additionally, emerging markets such as the Middle East, Africa and Latin America also have great potential for turmeric due to increased population, income and interest in natural and organic products. .

In addition, turmeric starch is considered a natural and organic food that is highly beneficial for health. Not only that, it is also used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and food processing industries. For that reason, the turmeric powder export industry has been regarded as a remarkably potential market that can bring lucrative outcomes for Vietnam’s economic resources.

Detailed instructions on procedures for exporting turmeric starch as a spice

It can be seen that technology has been being applied practically in various industries. Therefore, exporting this product to the international market is opening up strongly. To ensure effective export, businesses need to prepare full export documents, register customs declarations, determine product HS codes and fully comply with importing countries. 

Prepare customs documents

The preparation for application step includes the following documents

• Commercial Invoice: This is an important document that confirms the purchase transaction, providing detailed information about the quantity, value, and description of the goods. It plays an important role in the customs and payment process.
• Packing list: This document details how the goods are packaged, number of packages, its dimensions, and weight. This helps strictly manage the transportation process and makes customs inspection more straightforward.
• Sales Contract (commercial contract): it’s the official record of the terms and conditions of a sales transaction. This contract defines the rights and responsibilities of both parties, which forms an important legal basis.
• Certificate of Food Safety Qualified Facility: This is a certificate confirming that the production facility fully meets food safety standards, ensuring the quality and safety of the product.
• Phytosanitary Certificate (plant quarantine): This certificate certifies that the goods do not carry plant diseases that can harm crops and the local environment.
• C/O form B, C/O form AK, C/O form D,… (Certificate of origin): These are documents proving the origin of goods, helping to decide on the application of import tax  and trade incentives.

Businesses need to fully prepare the above documents to prove the transparency, integrity and legality of this product purchase and sale transaction. It fosters the customs clearance to be completed quickly and accurately.

HS code and export tax of spice turmeric powder

HS Code for turmeric powder: 09103000

• Export tax: 0%
• VAT: 0%

Exporting businesses need to refer to the importing country’s goods management policy to fully supplement information and specific requirements for this item.

Plant quarantine registration procedures for turmeric powder

Exported turmeric starch needs to be specifically inspected for plant quarantine before export. And the plant quarantine registration dossier for this product includes:

• Plant quarantine registration certificate for export
• Bill of Lading
• Sales Contract (commercial contract)
• Packing list (Goods packing slip)

Turmeric powder plant quarantine process:

  Plant quarantine is conducted before export customs clearance, which is pursuant to Circular No. 65/2012/TT-BNNPTNT of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, plant quarantine takes place in the following 4 steps:

Step 1: Register for plant quarantine of turmeric powder

At least 24 hours before the export date, businesses must register for plant quarantine on the one-stop portal.

Step 2: Submit application

Submit documents directly to the plant quarantine agency at the department receiving documents and returning results.

Step 3: Receive and check documents

The plant quarantine agency receives and checks the completeness and validity of the application for certification according to regulations. If the application is complete and valid, the application will be accepted. In case the dossier is not complete or valid, the enterprise is requested to supplement and complete the dossier.

Step 4: Inspect goods and issue certification

The plant quarantine agency inspects goods. Based on the inspection results, the plant quarantine agency will issue or not issue a certificate. In case a certificate is not issued, the business will receive a notice with a specific reason.

Procedures for exporting turmeric starch products to international markets

After fully preparing customs documents and food quarantine registration procedures. Enterprises begin the process of exporting turmeric products to international markets as follows:

Step 1: Prepare complete customs documents mentioned above

Before starting the export process, businesses need to ensure that all important documents have been carefully prepared, including Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Sales Contract, Certificate of Qualified Facility Food safety, Phytosanitary Certificate, and Certificate of Origin.

Step 2: Submit the customs declaration to the competent authority

After completing the documents, the enterprise will submit the customs declaration to the competent customs authority. This declaration will contain detailed information about the goods, value, origin, and other important information.

Step 3: Customs authorities check the declaration according to current law

The customs authority will check the customs declaration and compare the information with other supporting documents. These checks ensure accuracy and compliance with customs and legal regulations.

Step 4: Sort customs declarations

Depending on the inspection results, customs declarations will be classified into different streams such as green, yellow, or red. Each flow type will require different follow-up procedures.

Step 5: Customs clearance of goods

If the customs declaration is accepted and cleared, the business can continue with the goods transportation process. The customs authority will issue a Customs Clearance Certificate, allowing the goods to leave the port and import into the destination country.

Points to note when exporting turmeric starch

To ensure the circulation of goods takes place quickly and accurately, there are some essential notes to help businesses go through customs quickly, including:

• Prepare a complete set of documents: make sure that your export documents fully and accurately meet the importer’s requirements. Note that each country will have a different requirement.
• It is necessary to accurately grasp goods management and requirements of the importing country. Understanding and understanding will help your business fully prepare as required.
• During the shipping process, liaise with customs authorities, shipping agents and business partners to ensure information is transmitted correctly and consistently between all parties.
• Track the steps taken in the export process, from customs declaration to customs clearance of goods. This helps you detect and resolve any problems that may arise early.

Summary

Through this article, businesses have clearly understood the process of exporting turmeric powder to the international market. Domestic businesses are in need of support in terms of legal documents, Or any foreign business that wants to collaborate with a business in Vietnam to bring turmeric products to your country, please contact Viet Linh for the best support.

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