Import tea from India to Colombia
Assam CTC and orthodox, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, green, white and herbal teas, sourced from Indian gardens and shipped to Colombia, with export documentation prepared for your customs and food safety authorities.
- RegionAmericas
- Main portsCartagena and Buenaventura
- Import notesColombian food safety registration (INVIMA) and standard customs entry apply, and we confirm current duty and trade agreement treatment before quoting.
Request a quote for Colombia
Tell us the tea type and volume. A specialist replies within one business day.
Shipping tea to Colombia
Yes, you can import tea from India to Colombia through Vats Consultancy. We source Assam, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, green, white and herbal teas from Indian gardens, quote FOB or CIF, ship to Cartagena and Buenaventura, and prepare the export documents your customs and food safety authorities ask for.
Colombian food safety registration (INVIMA) and standard customs entry apply, and we confirm current duty and trade agreement treatment before quoting.
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 Colombia customs and food safety authority will ask for.
Tea we ship to Colombia
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 Colombia moves
The same steps apply whether you order one pallet or a full container.
- Specification
- You share tea type, grade, packing and your Colombia 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 Cartagena and Buenaventura, and the export paperwork Colombia requires.
Questions from Colombia buyers
What is the minimum order quantity for Colombia?
Minimums vary by tea type and packing. Tell us your target volume and we will confirm what is possible for shipments to Colombia.
Can you quote FOB and CIF for Colombia?
Yes. FOB suits buyers who arrange their own freight into Colombia, and CIF suits buyers who want shipping and insurance included in the price.
Do you handle the export documents Colombia 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 Colombia?
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 Colombia?
We supply Assam CTC and orthodox, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, green, white and herbal teas, including masala chai blends, for shipment to Colombia. 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 Colombia arrive at?
Tea shipments to Colombia typically move through Cartagena and Buenaventura. We confirm the best routing when we quote.
What import rules apply to tea in Colombia?
Colombian food safety registration (INVIMA) and standard customs entry apply, and we confirm current duty and trade agreement treatment before quoting. 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.
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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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