Post by Trade facilitator on Jul 23, 2022 1:12:42 GMT 1
The Ultimate Guide To Export Of Turmeric: How To Prepare Tumeric For Export In Nigeria – Part 1
In our company we have contracts for both dry and fresh turmeric and demand has been increasing in the UK, and Europe in recent times.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is sub-specie of the Curcuma genus from the family of Zingiberaceae. There are about 100 species that belong to the Curcuma genus. Curcuma longa is the most popular one among them; other Curcuma species include Curcuma amada (mango ginger), Curcuma kwangsiensis, Curcuma zedoaria (zedoary) and Curcuma aromatica (wild turmeric).
If you have seen ginger before, I am sure most adults in Nigeria have seen and even used ginger. Turmeric belongs to the Ginger family known as Zingiberaceae, it is also known as Curcuma longa and commonly referred to as the ‘queen of spices’.
The difference in sight between ginger and turmeric is in the color of their outer coverings; Ginger is pale yellow while turmeric is orange or yellow.
Turmeric displays some characteristics such as; being pepperish, good aroma, sharp taste and has yellow to orange colour.
Turmeric is grown for both medicinal and economical values. It is used in the preparation of cosmetics, drugs, dye, in spicing or colouring food etc. Turmeric farming originated from Asia, and it forms a good part of their food seasonings.
The global market for turmeric estimated at 1.1 million metric tonnes as at last year 2021 and it is projected to reach 1.5 million metric tonnes by 2027.
In Nigeria, this brings a great opportunity for entrepreneurs and farmers to make money as it has a good return on investment (ROI).
Which European countries offer the most opportunities for turmeric?
The most attractive European countries for turmeric are the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Spain and Poland. These countries are the leading importers of turmeric to Europe. The imports to these countries have been steadily increasing. This trend is expected to continue for quite a long time due to the benefits associated with turmeric.
For Turmeric exporters from developing countries like Nigeria, the European market is promising. Turmeric has many health benefits that meet the needs of European consumers.
European buyers are already familiar with turmeric and its applications in the health product sector, which creates an opportunity for suppliers of turmeric.
There are usually two grades of turmeric on the European market. The Food-grade turmeric is sold as a spice in retail stores. Pharmaceutical-grade turmeric is sold in the form of supplements.
Food-grade turmeric is more common in Europe because of the high demand from the retail and food sectors.
Turmeric is traded under HS code 0910300000. The CAS Registry Number of turmeric is 458-37-7.
When planning to enter the European turmeric export market, you need to inform European buyers about your turmeric’s beneficial properties when approaching them, as well as displaying this information on your company website and marketing materials.
This is likely to increase your chances of entering the European market.
On quality the CBI said this: “European buyers seek turmeric with higher levels of curcumin content because it is connected to the anti-inflammatory activity of turmeric, which is important when formulating natural health products. Note that the percentage of curcumin in turmeric varies widely based on the geographical location, climate and growing conditions it is harvested and/or cultivated in, even within a country. Processing also influences the percentage of curcumin.”
Spoilage Factors: you have to take care of these factors when planning your export of turmeric. If you overlook these you will have your product rejected.
– Formation of dew on the product due to excess heat and improper ventilation.
– Microbial contamination due to increased humidity.
-Loss of aroma due oxidation reactions of aromatic compounds within the spice.
– Discolouration due to sunlight thus causing loss of the spices natural pigments.
– Ingress of moisture thus causing the spice to lose their free flowing property.
– Insect infestation
In the part 2 of the article, we are going to talk more on how to take care of the above problems, what to do and what not to do.
Stay with us as we are loaded with more on export of turmeric to the international market.
Our company is one of the best companies in Agro-Export Business in Nigeria today, we train individuals and corporate organizations on how to do Export Business the right way; if you are interested, please contact the admin of this forum now for further details.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is sub-specie of the Curcuma genus from the family of Zingiberaceae. There are about 100 species that belong to the Curcuma genus. Curcuma longa is the most popular one among them; other Curcuma species include Curcuma amada (mango ginger), Curcuma kwangsiensis, Curcuma zedoaria (zedoary) and Curcuma aromatica (wild turmeric).
If you have seen ginger before, I am sure most adults in Nigeria have seen and even used ginger. Turmeric belongs to the Ginger family known as Zingiberaceae, it is also known as Curcuma longa and commonly referred to as the ‘queen of spices’.
The difference in sight between ginger and turmeric is in the color of their outer coverings; Ginger is pale yellow while turmeric is orange or yellow.
Turmeric displays some characteristics such as; being pepperish, good aroma, sharp taste and has yellow to orange colour.
Turmeric is grown for both medicinal and economical values. It is used in the preparation of cosmetics, drugs, dye, in spicing or colouring food etc. Turmeric farming originated from Asia, and it forms a good part of their food seasonings.
The global market for turmeric estimated at 1.1 million metric tonnes as at last year 2021 and it is projected to reach 1.5 million metric tonnes by 2027.
In Nigeria, this brings a great opportunity for entrepreneurs and farmers to make money as it has a good return on investment (ROI).
Which European countries offer the most opportunities for turmeric?
The most attractive European countries for turmeric are the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Spain and Poland. These countries are the leading importers of turmeric to Europe. The imports to these countries have been steadily increasing. This trend is expected to continue for quite a long time due to the benefits associated with turmeric.
For Turmeric exporters from developing countries like Nigeria, the European market is promising. Turmeric has many health benefits that meet the needs of European consumers.
European buyers are already familiar with turmeric and its applications in the health product sector, which creates an opportunity for suppliers of turmeric.
There are usually two grades of turmeric on the European market. The Food-grade turmeric is sold as a spice in retail stores. Pharmaceutical-grade turmeric is sold in the form of supplements.
Food-grade turmeric is more common in Europe because of the high demand from the retail and food sectors.
Turmeric is traded under HS code 0910300000. The CAS Registry Number of turmeric is 458-37-7.
When planning to enter the European turmeric export market, you need to inform European buyers about your turmeric’s beneficial properties when approaching them, as well as displaying this information on your company website and marketing materials.
This is likely to increase your chances of entering the European market.
On quality the CBI said this: “European buyers seek turmeric with higher levels of curcumin content because it is connected to the anti-inflammatory activity of turmeric, which is important when formulating natural health products. Note that the percentage of curcumin in turmeric varies widely based on the geographical location, climate and growing conditions it is harvested and/or cultivated in, even within a country. Processing also influences the percentage of curcumin.”
Spoilage Factors: you have to take care of these factors when planning your export of turmeric. If you overlook these you will have your product rejected.
– Formation of dew on the product due to excess heat and improper ventilation.
– Microbial contamination due to increased humidity.
-Loss of aroma due oxidation reactions of aromatic compounds within the spice.
– Discolouration due to sunlight thus causing loss of the spices natural pigments.
– Ingress of moisture thus causing the spice to lose their free flowing property.
– Insect infestation
In the part 2 of the article, we are going to talk more on how to take care of the above problems, what to do and what not to do.
Stay with us as we are loaded with more on export of turmeric to the international market.
Our company is one of the best companies in Agro-Export Business in Nigeria today, we train individuals and corporate organizations on how to do Export Business the right way; if you are interested, please contact the admin of this forum now for further details.
