# Import Cardamom from Sri Lanka to Spain

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Sri Lanka Sourcing Guide

## Import Cardamom from Sri Lanka to Spain

What it takes to source Cardamom from Sri Lanka and bring it into Spain: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters.

ProductCardamomHS 0908.31

Indicative FOB$50–80 / kggrade-dependent

Tariff routeEU GSP+see below

Sea transit~3–4.5 wksfrom Colombo

Fresh Cardamom crop typically lands October–February, [see the harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/).

### Why source Cardamom from Sri Lanka

Ceylon cardamom (true cardamom, Elettaria cardamomum) is grown in Sri Lanka’s cool central highlands and prized for its aroma and bold green pods. Available whole or ground, conventional or organic.

Forms & grades: Green pods (bold / AGEB grades), whole or ground; conventional or organic. Browse current listings on our [Cardamom category page](/spices-herbs/).

### Duty & tariff treatment for Spain

As an EU member state, Spain applies the EU’s GSP+ scheme for Sri Lanka, when origin is proven. Check the current EU rate for your CN code in TARIC.

GSP+ benefit requires a statement on origin from a Sri Lankan exporter registered in the EU REX system.

Always confirm the current rate. Tariffs and preference schemes change. Check your exact HS line in the [EU TARIC tariff lookup](https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/dds2/taric/), and estimate duty + freight + insurance together with our [landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/). We don’t publish line-item tariff figures because they move and depend on your precise product and origin proof.

### Import requirements for Spain

Typical requirements for bringing Cardamom into Spain include:

- EU food-safety compliance: pesticide residue (MRL) and contaminant limits, and EU labelling (Spanish); check whether your product from Sri Lanka is under any increased-control listing before shipping.
- A phytosanitary certificate from Sri Lanka’s National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS) where required, with pre-notification via TRACES for products under official control.
- For organic goods: an EU organic certificate of inspection (COI) in TRACES.

Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our [export documents checklist](/sri-lanka-export-documents-checklist/) for the full set.

### Certificates this market asks for

Lists of Sri Lankan suppliers holding each one, taken from the scheme’s own public register. A certificate covers named products, so our Trade Desk confirms it covers your order.

- [EU organic certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/de/sri-lanka-eu-organic-suppliers/)the EU organic rule plus a TRACES certificate per shipment
- [FSSC 22000 certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/de/sri-lanka-fssc-22000-certified-suppliers/)GFSI food safety, asked for by most importers and retailers
- [BRCGS, ISO 22000 and HACCP suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/de/sri-lanka-food-safety-certified-suppliers/)food safety schemes on certifier registers
- [All certifications](https://srilankaexport.com/de/sri-lanka-certified-suppliers/)every scheme we track, with live counts

### Shipping & lead time from Colombo

Roughly 3–4.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Valencia, Algeciras or Barcelona via Suez (approximate; longer if routed around the Cape). Most Cardamom moves FOB Colombo or CIF Spain. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the [freight & landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/).

### Indicative pricing

Cardamom is indicatively $50–80 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our [Ceylon commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.

### Get quotes to import Cardamom into Spain

Tell us your grade, volume and destination. We’ll match you with verified Sri Lankan Cardamom exporters and get you firm FOB/CIF quotes, free, no obligation.

[Request quotes →](/post-a-requirement/)
Want to check quality first? [Order a sample](/samples/). Or, for a Sri Lankan grocery store, see [grocery wholesale](/grocery-wholesale/).

### Frequently asked questions

Is Cardamom from Sri Lanka duty-free into Spain?As an EU member state, Spain applies the EU’s GSP+ scheme for Sri Lanka, when origin is proven. Check the current EU rate for your CN code in TARIC. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the [EU TARIC tariff lookup](https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/dds2/taric/), or estimate your full landed cost with our [landed-cost calculator](/freight-calculator/).

What does Cardamom from Sri Lanka cost?Indicatively $50–80 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our [Ceylon commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) page, then [request a firm quote](/post-a-requirement/).

How long does shipping from Colombo take?Roughly 3–4.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Valencia, Algeciras or Barcelona via Suez (approximate; longer if routed around the Cape).

### Related sourcing guides & tools

#### Import Cardamom to other markets

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#### Other Sri Lankan products to Spain

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#### Sourcing tools

[Commodity prices](/ceylon-commodity-prices/) · [HS code finder](/sri-lanka-hs-codes/) · [Harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/) · [Container calculator](/container-load-calculator/) · [Freight calculator](/freight-calculator/) · [Incoterms explained](/incoterms-explained/) · [GSP+ / DCTS duty guide](/duty-free-sourcing-sri-lanka/) · [Export documents](/sri-lanka-export-documents-checklist/)