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한국어 Import Cardamom from Sri Lanka to Bangladesh
What it takes to source Cardamom from Sri Lanka and bring it into Bangladesh: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters.
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Fresh Cardamom crop typically lands October–February, see the 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.
Duty & tariff treatment for Bangladesh
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are both members of the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) (and APTA), giving tariff concessions on covered products. Sensitive items sit on a negative list, and as Bangladesh produces its own tea, confirm whether your product is eligible.
SAFTA preference requires a SAFTA Certificate of Origin meeting the agreement’s value-addition and consignment rules.
Import requirements for Bangladesh
Typical requirements for bringing Cardamom into Bangladesh include:
- Import through a Bangladeshi importer (usually on a letter of credit) meeting BSTI standards and labeling.
- A phytosanitary / health certificate for plant and food products.
- Confirm the product is not restricted under the SAFTA negative list.
Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our 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.
- Halal certified supplierscertified by the Halal Accreditation Council
- FSSC 22000 certified suppliersGFSI food safety, asked for by most importers and retailers
- BRCGS, ISO 22000 and HACCP suppliersfood safety schemes on certifier registers
- All certificationsevery scheme we track, with live counts
Shipping & lead time from Colombo
About 5–9 days by sea from Colombo to Chittagong, a short regional route; air freight a couple of days for samples. Most Cardamom moves FOB Colombo or CIF Bangladesh. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the freight & landed-cost 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 page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.
Get quotes to import Cardamom into Bangladesh
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 →Want to check quality first? Order a sample. Or, for a Sri Lankan grocery store, see grocery wholesale.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cardamom from Sri Lanka duty-free into Bangladesh?
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are both members of the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) (and APTA), giving tariff concessions on covered products. Sensitive items sit on a negative list, and as Bangladesh produces its own tea, confirm whether your product is eligible. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the Bangladesh Customs (NBR), or estimate your full landed cost with our landed-cost 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 page, then request a firm quote.
How long does shipping from Colombo take?
About 5–9 days by sea from Colombo to Chittagong, a short regional route; air freight a couple of days for samples.
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