Is Vilora Impex a registered Indian rice exporter?

Yes. Vilora Impex is an Indian trading house registered in Rajkot, Gujarat, with FSSAI, APEDA, ISO 22000, Spices Board of India, and IEC (Importer-Exporter Code from DGFT). Every shipment ships with phytosanitary, FSSAI, certificate of origin, and lab/COA paperwork within 48 hours of sail.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for rice export from India?

Our standard MOQ is one 20ft FCL container (approximately 25 metric tonnes of rice, or 18–22 MT for dry fruit). We also accept LCL consolidated shipments on a case-by-case basis for new buyers and sample-trial orders.

Which Indian rice varieties does Vilora Impex export?

We export the full premium long-grain range — 1121 Basmati (Sella, Steam, Raw), 1509 Basmati, Sona Masuri, IR64 (parboiled and raw), and Idli rice. All lots are sortex-cleaned to buyer-specified grading (5%–25% broken), bagged in 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 kg PP, BOPP, jute or private-label packaging.

Which ports does Vilora Impex ship from?

We stuff and ship containers from Mundra Port and Kandla Port in Gujarat, with onward routing to 12+ destination ports across the Gulf (Jebel Ali, Dammam, Doha, Salalah, Sohar), the Levant (Aqaba, Beirut), East Africa (Mombasa, Dar es Salaam), the Maldives (Malé), and Southeast Asia (Singapore, Port Klang).

What payment terms do you offer?

Standard terms are 30% advance and 70% against the scan copy of the Bill of Lading, or an irrevocable Letter of Credit at sight from a reputed bank. We also accept TT / wire transfer in USD, AED and EUR. Incoterms supported: FOB Mundra/Kandla, CIF, and CFR.

How long is the lead time from order confirmation to shipment?

After spec sign-off and sample approval, typical lead time is 10–14 days to container stuffing at port, plus the steamer lay-time. Documentation (phyto, FSSAI, COO, BL) is couriered within 48 hours of sail. Live arrival tracking is shared with the buyer until sign-off at port of arrival.

Can you offer private label or buyer-branded packaging?

Yes. We offer private-label and contract-manufacturing packaging in 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg and 50 kg sizes, including BOPP printed bags, woven PP, jute, and retail cartons. Artwork can be supplied by the buyer or co-developed with our packaging desk.

How can a buyer verify Vilora Impex's credentials?

Each credential (IEC on DGFT, FSSAI on FoSCoS, APEDA, GSTIN) can be verified directly on the relevant Government of India registry — links are provided on our provenance page. Request the actual numbers via the inquiry desk; we share them on signed buyer request, not publicly, to prevent misuse.

Do you ship spice and dry fruit alongside rice?

Yes. Alongside rice we export Indian spices (chilli, turmeric, cumin, coriander, fennel, cardamom, garam masala blends), dry fruit and nuts (cashew W180–W400, almond, raisin, fig), pulses (toor, chana, moong), and seasonal fresh produce (Kesar, Alphonso and Banganapalli mangoes) on cold-chain.

Where is Vilora Impex based?

Vilora Impex is headquartered in Rajkot, Gujarat, India. Origin sourcing covers Gujarat, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kashmir and Rajasthan, with consolidation at Mundra Port and Kandla Port for export.

Basmati Rice Export from India to United Kingdom | Vilora Impex

Vilora Impex exports premium Indian basmati rice to United Kingdom from Mundra via Felixstowe, London Gateway, Southampton. Transit time 22–28 days. FSA (Food Standards Agency), DEFRA, Trading Standards (post-Brexit, UK has its own regulatory regime) compliance. India–UK FTA in negotiation as of 2025; bilateral framework signed. No active preferential tariff for basmati at present..

United Kingdom export corridor facts

Loading port: Mundra, Gujarat, India
Arrival port: Felixstowe, London Gateway, Southampton
Sea transit: 22–28 days
Lead time, PI to warehouse: 34–44 days
Regulator: FSA (Food Standards Agency), DEFRA, Trading Standards (post-Brexit, UK has its own regulatory regime)
Trade agreement: India–UK FTA in negotiation as of 2025; bilateral framework signed. No active preferential tariff for basmati at present.
Currency: GBP (Pound Sterling)
Halal certification: Optional. Halal cert relevant for South Asian diaspora retail (HMC, HFA, or Indian-body certificates).
Labelling: English
Typical MOQ: 20ft FCL or 40ft FCL
Payment terms: L/C at sight, or 30% advance + 70% against BL
Preferred basmati variety: 1121 Steam, 1121 Raw (Indian diaspora retail preference for white), 1121 Sella, 1509 Steam, premium aged

Documentation packet for United Kingdom clearance

Phytosanitary certificate, FSSAI licence copy, APEDA registration, certificate of origin, original Bill of Lading, independent lab COA, sortex pass log, weighbridge slips and pre-stuffing photographs. UK-specific labelling, FSA microbial spec, pesticide-residue MRL report, COO, halal cert (HMC commonly accepted for retail).

Market notes — United Kingdom

Second-largest basmati market in Europe. Indian diaspora is a major consumer base — UK retail (Tesco, Sainsbury's, ASDA, Morrisons, Indian-owned chains like East End Foods) all stock basmati. UK consumers often prefer 1121 Raw over Sella (white over golden), distinct from Gulf preference. Brexit has added UK-specific labelling compliance.

Contact the export desk

Email: exports@viloraimpex.com

Vilora Impex, Rajkot, Gujarat, India

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