# Import Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka to Germany Source: https://srilankaexport.com/fr/import-ceylon-tea-to-germany/ Sri Lanka Sourcing Guide ## Import Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka to Germany What it takes to source Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka and bring it into Germany: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters. [Import from Sri Lanka to Germany: every product, one page →](https://srilankaexport.com/fr/import-from-sri-lanka-to-germany/) ProductCeylon TeaHS 0902 Indicative FOB$3.50–6.50 / kggrade-dependent Tariff routeEU GSP+see below Sea transit~3.5–4.5 wksfrom Colombo Germany is one of Sri Lanka’s largest export markets, taking US$626 million of goods in 2024 (UN Comtrade). Fresh Ceylon Tea crop typically lands year-round, with quality peaks Jan–Mar and Jul–Sep, [see the harvest calendar](/sri-lanka-harvest-calendar/). ### Why source Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka “Ceylon” is a globally protected mark of origin for Sri Lankan tea, sold through the transparent Colombo Tea Auction. Buyers can source by elevation (high / medium / low grown) and grade (BOP, BOPF, OP, FBOP, dust) with consistent quality and a clean, well-documented supply chain. Forms & grades: Black, green and specialty teas by elevation and leaf grade; bulk or private-label. Browse current listings on our [Ceylon Tea category page](/tea-beverages/). ### Duty & tariff treatment for Germany Sri Lanka is a beneficiary of the EU’s GSP+ scheme, which grants duty-free or sharply reduced tariffs on roughly two-thirds of EU tariff lines, covering most teas, spices and coconut products, provided origin is proven. Germany applies the EU’s common (TARIC) tariff, so the same GSP+ treatment applies as elsewhere in the EU. GSP+ benefit requires a valid proof of origin, 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 Germany Typical requirements for bringing Ceylon Tea into Germany include: - EU food-safety compliance: max residue limits (MRLs), contaminant and aflatoxin limits, and labeling per EU regulations. - A health / phytosanitary certificate as applicable to the product, and CHED pre-notification via the EU TRACES system for products under official control. - For organic goods: an EU organic certificate (COI) from an EU-recognized control body. 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/fr/sri-lanka-eu-organic-suppliers/)the EU organic rule plus a TRACES certificate per shipment - [Bio Suisse and Naturland suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fr/sri-lanka-bio-suisse-naturland-organic-suppliers/)private organic standards German and Swiss retailers ask for - [Organic Ceylon tea suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fr/organic-ceylon-tea-suppliers/)USDA organic tea companies - [FSSC 22000 certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fr/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/fr/sri-lanka-food-safety-certified-suppliers/)food safety schemes on certifier registers - [Fairtrade certified suppliers](https://srilankaexport.com/fr/sri-lanka-fairtrade-certified-suppliers/)FLOCERT - [All certifications](https://srilankaexport.com/fr/sri-lanka-certified-suppliers/)every scheme we track, with live counts ### Shipping & lead time from Colombo Roughly 3.5–4.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Hamburg/Bremerhaven; air freight a few days for samples and high-value lots. Most Ceylon Tea moves FOB Colombo or CIF Germany. 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 Ceylon Tea is indicatively $3.50–6.50 / 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 Ceylon Tea into Germany Tell us your grade, volume and destination. We’ll match you with verified Sri Lankan Ceylon Tea 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 Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka duty-free into Germany?Sri Lanka is a beneficiary of the EU’s GSP+ scheme, which grants duty-free or sharply reduced tariffs on roughly two-thirds of EU tariff lines, covering most teas, spices and coconut products, provided origin is proven. Germany applies the EU’s common (TARIC) tariff, so the same GSP+ treatment applies as elsewhere in the EU. 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 Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka cost?Indicatively $3.50–6.50 / 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 3.5–4.5 weeks by sea from Colombo to Hamburg/Bremerhaven; air freight a few days for samples and high-value lots. ### Related sourcing guides & tools #### Import Ceylon Tea to other markets [UK](/import-ceylon-tea-to-uk/) · [USA](/import-ceylon-tea-to-usa/) · [The Netherlands](/import-ceylon-tea-to-netherlands/) · [The UAE](/import-ceylon-tea-to-uae/) · [India](/import-ceylon-tea-to-india/) · [China](/import-ceylon-tea-to-china/) · [Australia](/import-ceylon-tea-to-australia/) · [Canada](/import-ceylon-tea-to-canada/) #### Other Sri Lankan products to Germany [Ceylon Cinnamon](/import-ceylon-cinnamon-to-germany/) · [Coconut Oil](/import-coconut-oil-to-germany/) · [Black Pepper](/import-black-pepper-to-germany/) · [Desiccated Coconut](/import-desiccated-coconut-to-germany/) · [Cloves](/import-cloves-to-germany/) · [Virgin Coconut Oil](/import-virgin-coconut-oil-to-germany/) · [Cardamom](/import-cardamom-to-germany/) · [Nutmeg & Mace](/import-nutmeg-to-germany/) · [Coir & Coco Peat](/import-coir-coco-peat-to-germany/) · [Coconut-Shell Activated Carbon](/import-activated-carbon-to-germany/) · [Essential Oils](/import-essential-oils-to-germany/) #### 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/)