Carefully sourced
Selected from trusted farms following GAP. Tubers harvested at optimal maturity for peak eating quality and storage potential.
Fresh root vegetable - export quality
Sweet potato bulk supplier & exporter from India - VegTradeHub
VegTradeHub supplies export-quality sweet potato (shakarkandi) sourced from trusted growing regions across India. Hygienically handled, professionally graded, and packed according to export requirements for food processors, frozen food manufacturers, HORECA buyers, wholesale distributors, and retail chains across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America.
Product overview
Sweet potato at a glance
- Common name Sweet potato, Shakarkandi
- Botanical name Ipomoea batatas
- Category Fresh root vegetable
- Primary growing regions Odisha, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh
- Key varieties Orange-fleshed (Beauregard, Covington, Jewel, Garnet, CO-3, Sree Arun, Bhu Sona), White-fleshed, Purple-fleshed, local desi varieties (Pusa Safed, Pusa Lal, CO-1, CO-2, Sree Kanaka, Sree Bhadra)
- Available forms Fresh whole tubers, fresh-cut, IQF cubes, puree
- Harvest season Main: October-arch (Rabi); year-round in tropical regions
- Export markets Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman), Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand), Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, UK/Europe (ethnic markets), USA/Canada (diaspora markets), East Africa
Export-grade sweet potatoes packed in ventilated cartons for sea and air freight
Why choose VegTradeHub
Why choose our sweet potato
Hygienically handled
Post-harvest handling follows strict hygiene. Tubers cleaned, sorted, and graded in sanitized facilities by trained personnel.
Professionally graded
Every tuber graded for uniform size, smooth skin, vibrant flesh color, and freedom from defects, sprouts, or decay.
Suitable for international markets
Packed in ventilated export cartons or bulk bins compliant with international phytosanitary requirements, with full documentation.
Reliable supply chain
Year-round availability through staggered planting across multiple growing regions. Cold-chain infrastructure ensures consistent quality.
Quality checked before dispatch
Three-stage inspection: field selection, post-harvest grading, pre-loading check. Documentation includes weight, phytosanitary, and quality reports.
Origin advantage
India's sweet potato growing regions - strategic advantage
India is among the world's largest sweet potato producers with cultivation spread across diverse agro-climatic zones - Odisha, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, UP, MP, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu each offer distinct advantages for export supply.
Odisha and West Bengal lead in production volume with favorable tropical conditions; UP and Bihar provide substantial Rabi harvests. Southern states enable year-round tropical production - geographic diversity ensures continuous supply windows and weather-event risk mitigation.
Our Jodhpur base offers proximity to Mundra Port (~550 km), Delhi-umbai Industrial Corridor connectivity, Jodhpur rail freight terminal, and established cold storage and pack-house infrastructure - with an in-house documentation team for efficient phytosanitary certification.
- Diverse agro-climatic zones â' year-round harvest windows
- Major producing states across East, North, Central, and South India
- Established farming communities with varietal expertise
- Jodhpur logistics hub â' Mundra Port proximity (~550 km)
- Delhi-umbai Industrial Corridor connectivity
- Cold storage and pack-house infrastructure in Jodhpur region
- Phytosanitary certification via Jodhpur plant quarantine station
- Experienced export documentation team at Jodhpur head office
Technical data
Product specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Fresh sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) - whole tubers |
| Varieties available | Orange-fleshed (Beauregard, Covington, Jewel, Garnet, CO-3, Sree Arun, Bhu Sona), White-fleshed, Purple-fleshed, Local desi varieties |
| Grade | Export Grade / Class I (UNECE FFV-46 compliant) |
| Size range | 150-400 g per tuber (custom grading available: 150-250g, 250-400g, 400g+) |
| Shape | Uniform, elliptical to oblong; minimal lateral roots |
| Skin color | Copper/rose (orange flesh), cream/white (white flesh), deep purple (purple flesh) |
| Flesh color | Deep orange, creamy white, or vibrant purple - variety dependent |
| Dry matter content | Approx. 22-30% depending on variety |
| Defect tolerance | ≤ 2% by weight (mechanical damage, skinning, sprouting, decay) |
| Foreign matter | Nil (soil, debris, extraneous plant material) |
| Sprouting | Suppressed through proper curing and temperature management |
| Shelf life (reefer) | 2-4 weeks under proper cold storage conditions |
| Recommended storage temperature | 12-15degC - avoid temperatures below 10degC (chilling injury risk) |
| Relative humidity | 85-90% |
| Packaging | 10 kg / 15 kg / 20 kg ventilated corrugated cartons; 500 kg / 1000 kg bulk bins (plastic/wood) |
| Packaging features | Food-grade liners, ventilation holes, stackable, export marking compliant |
| Origin | India (Odisha / West Bengal / Assam / Uttar Pradesh / other major regions) |
| Certifications available | Phytosanitary certificate, Certificate of Origin, GlobalGAP (on request), FSSAI |
Quality assurance
Quality features at a glance
- Export grade - UNECE Class I compliant
- Uniform size - precision graded to narrow weight bands
- Excellent appearance - bright skin, vibrant flesh color
- Freshly harvested - optimal maturity selection
- Carefully sorted - multiple inspection points
- Professionally graded - trained QC personnel
- Hygienically packed - food-grade liners, sanitized crates
- Rich color - high beta-carotene (orange varieties)
- High market acceptance - proven in ME, SEA, EU, NA markets
- Suitable for long-distance transport - ventilated packing
- Multiple quality inspections - field, pack-house, pre-loading
- Consistent quality standards - SOP-driven processes
Packing solutions
Packaging options for export
Ventilated corrugated cartons
10-20 kg net. 5-ply BC flute, moisture-resistant, food-grade PE liner (25 micron), ventilation slots, stackable, pallet-friendly.
Bulk bins (IBC / pallet boxes)
500 kg / 1000 kg capacity, HDPE plastic or treated wood, ventilated sidewalls and base, forklift accessible, stackable 3-high.
Modified atmosphere packs (MAP)
2-5 kg retail-ready trays with perforated film for Oâ‚‚/COâ‚‚ balance; extended retail shelf life, custom branding for air freight premium segment.
Packaging features & customization
- All materials food-grade compliant (EU Regulation 1935/2004, US FDA 21 CFR)
- Custom printing: buyer logo, variety name, net weight, origin, traceability code, QR code
- Private label programs supported - MOQ 5 MT per SKU
- Palletization: EUR-pallets (120x80 cm) or standard (100x120 cm), ISPM-15 heat-treated wood
- Corner boards, stretch wrap, strapping for container securement
- Ventilation design optimized for reefer airflow patterns
Post-harvest care
Storage & handling recommendations
Reefer container settings (sea freight)
- Temperature 12-15degC - never below 10degC
- Relative humidity 85-90%
- Ventilation Fresh air exchange as appropriate
- Transit duration Up to 3-4 weeks with proper pre-cooling
Cold storage (warehouse / distribution)
- Temperature 12-15degC
- Relative humidity 85-90%
- Air circulation Continuous, gentle airflow
- Stacking Max 2 pallets high; maintain airflow gaps
- Shelf life 2-4 weeks from packing date under proper conditions
Critical handling notes
- Chilling injury: Temperatures below 10degC cause irreversible pitting, internal breakdown, and decay susceptibility. Never store sweet potatoes in standard refrigeration (0-4degC).
- Ethylene sensitivity: Low sensitivity, but avoid storage with high ethylene producers (e.g., ripening bananas, apples) to prevent sprouting.
- Condensation control: Pre-cool tubers before loading. Avoid temperature fluctuations during transshipment.
- Sprouting: Proper curing + temperature management suppresses sprouting. Chemical sprout suppressants not used (residue concerns for export markets).
- Retail handling: Display at 15-20degC, avoid water misting, rotate stock FIFO.
Shelf life
Expected shelf life under recommended conditions
| Condition | Temperature | RH | Max Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reefer container (sea) | 12-15degC | 85-90% | 3-4 weeks | Pre-cooled, ventilated cartons |
| Air freight (hold) | 12-15degC | 85-90% | 2-3 weeks | Shorter transit, less vibration |
| Cold store (importer) | 12-15degC | 85-90% | 2-4 weeks | From packing date |
| Wholesale / distribution | 15-20degC | 70-80% | 1-2 weeks | Ambient display, good airflow |
| Retail shelf | 15-20degC | 60-70% | 1-2 weeks | No misting, FIFO rotation |
Note: Actual shelf life varies by variety, curing quality, harvest maturity, and handling. Orange-fleshed varieties generally have slightly shorter storage potential than white/purple types due to higher respiration rates. VegTradeHub provides lot-specific shelf-life guidance with each shipment.
End uses
Applications & market segments
Wholesale & distribution
Fresh market supply to importers, terminal markets, and regional distributors in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Singapore, UK, Netherlands, USA.
Retail chains
Supermarket and hypermarket fresh produce programs - loose bulk, pre-packed trays, conventional lines. Private label supported.
Hotels & restaurants (HORECA)
Chef-ready sizing for roasting, baking, mashing, fries. Consistent quality for menu standardization.
Catering & institutions
Volume supply for airlines, hospitals, schools, industrial canteens. Bulk bins (500/1000 kg) for central kitchen processing.
Food processing
Sweet potato fries, chips, wedges, mash, puree, flour, starch, noodles, bakery inclusions. High dry matter varieties preferred.
Frozen foods
IQF sweet potato cubes, fries, mash pellets. Varieties with 25%+ dry matter for fry color control.
Ready-to-eat meals
Pre-cooked, retort, or HPP-processed sweet potato components for meal kits, baby food, pet food.
Ingredient manufacturing
Sweet potato starch, flour, fiber, natural color (anthocyanin from purple varieties), beta-carotene extract.
Export distribution
Re-export hubs (Dubai, Singapore, Rotterdam) for onward distribution to GCC, SEA, EU markets.
Export logistics
Export information & documentation
Shipping modes
- Sea freight (reefer container) - 20' RF (10-12 MT), 40' RF (20-24 MT) - primary mode for ME, EU, SEA
- Air freight - belly hold or main deck - for premium retail, urgent orders, trial shipments
- LCL (Less than Container Load) - consolidated reefer shipments from Jodhpur/Mundra
- FCL (Full Container Load) - dedicated containers, direct port loading
Standard export documents
- Commercial invoice (INR / USD)
- Packing list (pallet-level detail)
- Certificate of Origin (Chamber of Commerce / DGFT)
- Phytosanitary Certificate (PPQS, Govt. of India) - mandatory for fresh tubers
- Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
- FSSAI Health Certificate (on request)
- GlobalGAP / GRASP certificate (where applicable)
- Vegan / Non-GMO / Allergen-free declarations (on request)
Key export compliance notes
- Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) requires phytosanitary certification for most importing countries under IPPC standards.
- MRL compliance: VegTradeHub follows FSSAI and Codex MRL standards. Pre-shipment residue testing available on request (buyer's account).
- Varietal declaration: Orange (high beta-carotene), White (starch/flour), Purple (anthocyanin) - specified on phytosanitary certificate.
- Port of loading: Mundra (primary), Nhava Sheva, Pipavav - accessible from Jodhpur pack-house.
- Transit times (sea): Mundra â' Jebel Ali, Mundra â' Port Klang, Mundra â' Rotterdam - vary by route.
- Payment terms: LC at sight, CAD, TT (30% advance / 70% against BL copy) - negotiable for established accounts.
Global reach
Markets we serve
Middle East & GCC
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain. Primary market - high per capita consumption, strong cold-chain, year-round demand.
Southeast Asia
Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam. Growing demand for orange-fleshed varieties; processing sector expanding.
Europe
Netherlands (Rotterdam hub), UK, Germany, France. Stringent MRL and quality standards met; conventional lines. Seasonal peak Oct-ar.
North America
USA (West/East Coast), Canada. Air freight dominant for fresh; sea freight for processing. Phytosanitary compliance critical.
Africa
Mauritius, Seychelles, South Africa, Kenya. Regional hubs for re-export and local consumption. Shorter transit from Indian ports.
Indian Ocean Islands
Maldives, Madagascar, RÃ(c)union. Regular weekly/bi-weekly shipments via Colombo or direct feeder services.
Partnership
Why choose VegTradeHub
Direct farm sourcing
No middlemen; transparent pricing, traceable to farm plot.
Reliable export partner
Years of experience serving B2B buyers across multiple countries.
Consistent quality
SOP-driven grading, curing, and packing; lot-level traceability.
Flexible quantities
From trial orders to annual programs. LCL consolidation for new markets.
Timely shipment
Weekly loading schedules during season; committed vessel space.
Professional documentation
Complete export document set prepared in-house, error-free.
Competitive pricing
Farm-gate procurement plus efficient logistics for better landed cost.
Dedicated account support
Single point of contact from inquiry to delivery.
Customized packaging
Private label, retail packs, bulk bins, MAP - to your specifications.
Long-term relationships
Multi-year supply agreements with volume commitments.
Market intelligence
Regular crop updates, price trends, regulatory alerts.
Sustainability focus
Water-efficient farming, reduced packaging waste, carbon-conscious logistics.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for sweet potato?
Standard MOQ is 10 MT (one 20' reefer). Trial/air freight: 2-3 MT minimum. LCL sea freight from 5 MT.
Can you provide customized packaging and private labeling?
Yes - custom carton printing, retail tray designs, bulk bin labeling, and private label programs. MOQ 5 MT per SKU; design support available.
Do you export sweet potato worldwide?
Yes - 25+ countries across Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, Africa, and Indian Ocean islands. Phytosanitary arranged per destination.
How do you maintain quality during long sea voyages?
Proper curing, pre-cooling to target core temperature, ventilated packaging, reefers at 12-15degC / 85-90% RH, and per-container temperature loggers.
What shipping methods do you offer?
Sea freight (FCL/LCL reefer) primary for cost efficiency. Air freight for urgent or trial orders. Multimodal via ICD Jodhpur to Mundra/Nhava Sheva.
Can I mix sweet potato with other vegetables in one container?
Yes - mixed containers (sweet potato + onion + potato + carrot) from our Jodhpur facility. Temperature/humidity compatibility verified before loading.
What sweet potato varieties do you supply?
Orange-fleshed (Beauregard, Covington, Jewel, Garnet, CO-3, Sree Arun, Bhu Sona), white-fleshed (starch, processing), purple-fleshed (anthocyanin-rich).
How is pricing determined?
Quote-based on variety, grade, size, packaging, volume, destination, shipping mode, and Incoterms (FOB Mundra / CFR / CIF). Contact us for current quotation.
What certifications can you provide?
Phytosanitary, Certificate of Origin, FSSAI, GlobalGAP (selected farms), GRASP, non-GMO, allergen-free, vegan. Organic available on specific farm lots.
What is the lead time from order confirmation to shipment?
Sea freight: 7-10 days. Air freight: 3-5 days. New buyer onboarding adds 2-3 days for KYC and document setup.
Quote request
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