Import spice blends and masalas from India: standard and private label
Garam masala, curry powder, chai masala and custom blends made to a standard or your own recipe, tested, labelled and packed under your brand.
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What is blended masalas from India, and where is it grown?
Spice blends, or masalas, such as garam masala, curry powder, chai masala, chaat masala and biryani masala are made from several ground spices to a standard or a custom recipe. Vats Consultancy arranges blends made in licensed Indian facilities, from retail sachets to bulk bags and private label packs, with allergen declarations and the tests your market asks for, FOB or CIF.
| Also called | Masala, mixed spices, seasoning |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | A mixture of spices |
| Customs code (HS, indicative) | 0910.91 for mixtures covered by Note 1(b) to Chapter 9; some blends fall elsewhere, so confirm with your customs broker |
| Main growing areas | Made in licensed units across India, from spices sourced in the main growing regions |
| Season | Made to order through the year. |
| Forms we supply | Powder blends, Whole spice blends (such as whole garam masala), Custom formulations, Retail sachets, jars and bulk bags |
| Terms | FOB or CIF, other terms on request |
| Minimum order | From a pallet of retail packs; bulk usually by the container |
Last reviewed 2 November 2026. Customs codes are indicative: your customs broker has the last word.
Which blended masalas types and grades can I buy?
Tell us your use and we will recommend a grade, or match a specification you already have.
Garam masala and curry powder
The best-known blends, in standard recipes or tuned to your taste profile.
Chai, chaat, biryani, tandoori and sambar masala
Regional and dish-specific blends for ethnic food retail and foodservice.
Custom and private label
Your recipe, your heat level and your packaging, made in minimum runs agreed with the packing facility.
What quality checks do buyers use?
These are the points we agree in writing before we quote, and confirm with a sample or a laboratory test.
- Recipe and ingredient list. Written down in full, so that you can label and declare allergens correctly.
- Particle size and colour. Agreed by sample before production.
- Moisture and volatile oil. Set to keep the blend fresh.
- Microbiology. Salmonella and plate counts, with steam-treated ingredients where needed.
- Shelf life. Set by the recipe and the packaging. We agree it with you before the run.
How is blended masalas packed and shipped?
Packing and loading are agreed with you, and we confirm the exact loadable weight for your pack.
- Retail sachets, pouches, jars and tins, including private label.
- Bulk bags for food manufacturers.
- Full container load, or palletised smaller lots.
Who buys it:
- Retailers and private-label brands
- Restaurant and foodservice groups
- Ready-meal and snack makers
- Spice importers and distributors
- Ethnic food specialists
Which tests, documents and rules apply?
Importing markets differ in what they test and what they accept. We confirm the requirement for your product and your destination before we quote, and arrange the tests per lot.
- Allergen labelling. Blends can contain mustard, celery, sesame or wheat. These must be declared where your market requires, for example in the EU and the UK.
- Licensing. We work with food facilities licensed in India, and the paperwork follows the shipment.
- Pesticide residues and contaminants. We match the limits of your market, and test per batch where required.
- Microbiology. Salmonella and plate counts, per batch.
Documents we prepare
- Commercial invoice and packing list. Matched to your purchase order and to the container loading.
- Certificate of origin. States the true origin of the goods, and supports preferential duty where a trade agreement applies.
- Phytosanitary certificate. Issued by India's plant quarantine authority where your destination requires it.
- Quality and residue certificates. Test reports for pesticide residues, aflatoxin or other contaminants where your market requires them.
Spice export destinations by country | International markets | Spices Board India
How does an order work?
The same four steps apply whether you order one pallet or a full container.
Specification
You share the spice, grade, form (whole or ground), packing and destination port.
Quote and sample
We quote FOB or CIF and arrange a pre-shipment sample.
Contract
Price, quantity and payment terms are agreed in writing.
Shipping and documents
We arrange loading, shipping and the export paperwork.
Common questions about importing blended masalas from India
Can you make a blend to my own recipe?
Yes. Send us your recipe, or describe the taste, heat and colour you want, and we will arrange a sample for approval before a production run.
Can you supply private-label packs?
Yes. Retail sachets, pouches, jars and tins under your own brand, subject to the minimum run agreed with the packing facility.
How do I know what allergens are in a blend?
We write the full ingredient list for every blend. Mustard, celery, sesame and wheat are common allergens in spice blends, and the label must declare them where your market requires.
What is the shelf life?
It depends on the recipe and the packaging. We agree it with you before production and put the date on the pack.
What is the minimum order?
Retail packs of standard blends can start from a pallet. Custom recipes have a minimum run set by the facility.
Can I get a sample?
Yes. A sample lets you approve the taste, colour and aroma before you order.
Which terms do you quote?
FOB from an Indian port, or CIF to your port.
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