Import tea from India to Canada
Assam CTC and orthodox, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, green, white and herbal teas, sourced from Indian gardens and shipped to Canada, with export documentation prepared for your customs and food safety authorities.
- RegionAmericas
- Main portsVancouver, Montreal and Halifax
- Import notesCanadian Food Inspection Agency import requirements and standard customs entry apply, alongside any licence needed for the importer of record.
Request a quote for Canada
Tell us the tea type and volume. A specialist replies within one business day.
Shipping tea to Canada
Yes, you can import tea from India to Canada through Vats Consultancy. We source Assam, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, green, white and herbal teas from Indian gardens, quote FOB or CIF, ship to Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax, and prepare the export documents your customs and food safety authorities ask for.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency import requirements and standard customs entry apply, alongside any licence needed for the importer of record.
We quote FOB or CIF from the Indian port that suits your tea type and volume, and prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate and any quality testing your Canada customs and food safety authority will ask for.
Tea we ship to Canada
Tell us your target use and we will recommend a type and grade, or match a specification you already have.
- Ask about Assam tea
Assam CTC & orthodox
Strong, malty tea for tea bags, and fuller-leaf orthodox for loose-leaf retail.
- Ask about Darjeeling
Darjeeling
Muscatel-noted orthodox tea from the Himalayan foothills.
- Ask about Nilgiri
Nilgiri
Bright, brisk tea from the southern hills, popular for blends and iced tea.
- Ask about specialty tea
Green, white & herbal blends
Wellness-focused and speciality teas, including masala chai blends.
How an order to Canada moves
The same steps apply whether you order one pallet or a full container.
- Specification
- You share tea type, grade, packing and your Canada destination port.
- Quote and sample
- We quote FOB or CIF and can arrange a pre-shipment sample.
- Contract
- Price, quantity and payment terms are agreed in writing.
- Shipping and documents
- We arrange loading, shipping to Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax, and the export paperwork Canada requires.
Questions from Canada buyers
What is the minimum order quantity for Canada?
Minimums vary by tea type and packing. Tell us your target volume and we will confirm what is possible for shipments to Canada.
Can you quote FOB and CIF for Canada?
Yes. FOB suits buyers who arrange their own freight into Canada, and CIF suits buyers who want shipping and insurance included in the price.
Do you handle the export documents Canada requires?
Yes. We prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate, and coordinate with your local customs agent.
Can you supply private-label tea bags for Canada?
Yes, subject to minimum order quantities agreed with the packing facility.
How quickly will I hear back?
We reply to every enquiry within one business day.
Which types of Indian tea can I import to Canada?
We supply Assam CTC and orthodox, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, green, white and herbal teas, including masala chai blends, for shipment to Canada. Tell us your use (tea bags, loose-leaf retail or blends) and we will recommend a type and grade.
Which ports do tea shipments to Canada arrive at?
Tea shipments to Canada typically move through Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax. We confirm the best routing when we quote.
What import rules apply to tea in Canada?
Canadian Food Inspection Agency import requirements and standard customs entry apply, alongside any licence needed for the importer of record. Rules change, so confirm current requirements with your local customs agent; we coordinate with them and prepare the export side of the paperwork.
Who is Vats Consultancy?
Vats Consultancy is a consultancy with offices in Bengaluru, London, Central Hong Kong and RAKEZ, UAE. Tea sourcing is coordinated from our Bengaluru office, with shipping and documentation handled through our RAKEZ, UAE office.
Other destinations we ship tea to
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Sourcing is coordinated from our Bengaluru office, with shipping and documentation handled through our RAKEZ, UAE office.
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