Sri Lanka Sourcing Guide

Import Cardamom from Sri Lanka to Ecuador

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

Cardamom from Sri Lanka
தயாரிப்புஏலக்காய்HS 0908.31
குறிப்பீட்டு FOB$50–80 / kggrade-dependent
Tariff routeMFN (no FTA)see below
Sea transit~5–7 wksகொழும்பிலிருந்து

Fresh Cardamom crop typically lands அக்டோபர்–பிப்ரவரி, 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 Ecuador

There is no trade agreement between Sri Lanka and Ecuador, so goods from Sri Lanka enter at Ecuador’s standard (MFN) rate, with IVA and FODINFA on top.

Standard commercial documents and a certificate of origin from Sri Lanka. Confirm the current rate for your subpartida with SENAE.

Always confirm the current rate. Tariffs and preference schemes change. Check your exact HS line in the SENAE import guidance, and estimate duty + freight + insurance together with our இறங்கு-செலவு கணிப்பான். We don’t publish line-item tariff figures because they move and depend on your precise product and origin proof.

Import requirements for Ecuador

Typical requirements for bringing Cardamom into Ecuador include:

  • For Cardamom, an Agrocalidad phytosanitary import permit, processed through ECUAPASS, and importer registration with Agrocalidad.
  • A தாவர சுகாதாரச் சான்றிதழ் from Sri Lanka’s National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS).
  • Packaged food may need an ARCSA sanitary notification and Spanish labelling; confirm for your product and pack.

Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our ஏற்றுமதி ஆவணங்கள் சரிபார்ப்புப் பட்டியல் 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.

Shipping & lead time from Colombo

Roughly 5–7 weeks by sea from Colombo to Guayaquil / Posorja with transhipment (approximate; confirm with your forwarder). Most Cardamom moves FOB கொழும்பு or CIF Ecuador. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the கப்பல் கட்டணம் & தரையிறங்கும் செலவுக் கணிப்பானைப்.

தோராயமான விலை

Cardamom is indicatively $50–80 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our Ceylon சரக்கு விலைகள் page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.

Get quotes to import Cardamom into Ecuador

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.

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Is Cardamom from Sri Lanka duty-free into Ecuador?

There is no trade agreement between Sri Lanka and Ecuador, so goods from Sri Lanka enter at Ecuador’s standard (MFN) rate, with IVA and FODINFA on top. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the SENAE import guidance, or estimate your full landed cost with our இறங்கு-செலவு கணிப்பான்.

What does Cardamom from Sri Lanka cost?

சுட்டிக்காட்டத்தக்க வகையில் $50–80 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our Ceylon சரக்கு விலைகள் page, then request a firm quote.

How long does shipping from Colombo take?

Roughly 5–7 weeks by sea from Colombo to Guayaquil / Posorja with transhipment (approximate; confirm with your forwarder).

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