Export of Iranian Raisins

Export of Iranian raisins From the gardens of Shiraz to the vineyards of Qazvin, Iran is a major producer of grapes and its products such as raisins and raisins. Statistics say that currently, our country exports raisins to 80 different places in the world.
However, like other types of exports, we are facing problems in this field. The main importers of Iran’s raisins or dried grapes are the Persian Gulf countries (Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, etc.). If you intend to start a business in the field of raisin export, you must know this field very well and use the advice of professionals.

In this article, we will first examine which parts of our country produce better quality raisins and what are the opportunities and challenges facing this business. In this article, we will examine zero to one hundred raisin exports.

Persian Dried Fruit

Iran’s position in the production and export of raisins and grapes

First, let’s examine the export of raisins as a business and see to what extent it is possible to enter it in Iran. Iran is doing well in the field of agriculture and products like wheat and barley, but raisins are not one of our best-selling products. However, this product is exported. As you may have guessed, the export of raisins in any country is directly related to the ability to grow and produce grapes in it.

In Iran, the three regions of Kashmir, Takstan and Malair produce the highest quality products for export of raisins. There are many varieties of Iranian raisins.

Factors affecting export raisin pricing

One of the challenges in the process of exporting raisins is pricing. Many people who are new to this business offer their product at a desired price and without knowing anything, they easily lose their customers. What determines the price of Iran’s export raisins to other countries? First, we need to determine which raisins are selected for export. In Iran, several different types of raisins with different characteristics are produced:

• Golden Raisin
• Sultana raisin
• Sun Dried Raisin

Not necessarily all these raisins are exported. It should also be clear whether the seller bought the raisins at a wholesale price or adjusted his profit based on supply and demand. The quality (grading) of the product, the amount of poisons and impurities in the cultivation, etc., all affect the final price of raisins.

One of the other very important factors is the evaluation of the target country’s market. For example, in a country, the price of raisins may be low due to the large area of ​​vineyards.

Types of Export Persian Raisins

Different Persian Raisins are exported from Iran to other countries. Vineyard raisins, Malair raisins, Bowanat raisins, Golden raisins, Soltani, Tizabi, Pelui, etc. are among these raisins. Let’s know the features of each of them:

Malayer Raisin

This type of raisin is at the top of our country’s exports.

Malayer Raisins

This is the most exported raisin of Iran (which ranks first in the world market). In Iran, Malair is known as the world city of grapes, and besides its famous raisins, it also produces other varieties, most of which are exported. Russia, Latin and North America, the UAE, Iraq, Qatar and the Persian Gulf countries are among the importers of Malair raisins.

Golden Raisin export from Iran

In its process, the use of smoke and sulfur vapor reveals the most important secret of the golden color of this raisin. Golden raisins are also used as pilaf raisins. This raisin has a good rating for export. The spectrum of yellow-amber colors is quite evident in this raisin. It is known as Golden in European countries. It goes without saying that in Iran, some sellers also use the word “golden” in their transactions.

Raisin Vineyard

This city in Qazvin province has a large number of vineyards and is the second grape city in our country after Malair. Raisins produced in this city are mostly exported to Russia and East Asia, products like sultani and piloui raisins.

Iranian Sultana raisins for export

The process of preparing sultana export raisins is from a grape called Thompson. Its main origin is in the United States and its largest cultivation area is in California. One of the most important properties of this raisin is that it is a very good source of energy. Raisins produced from Thompson grapes are not rare in Iran. Qazvin vineyard is one of the cities where sultani raisins are produced.

Sunny Raisin export from Iran

In the production of this type of raisin, the grapes are immersed in hot water immediately after harvesting and then dried in the sun. This sun dried raisin has many applicants in other countries.

HS Code of Iranian Raisins for Export

HS code of Raisins for export and import in 2024 with the introduction of each item and list of products.

Raisin export steps guide

Iran produces three million tons of raisin products annually and ranks among the top exporters in the world. Any product from any garden in Iran, if it wants to be exported, must meet the following conditions:

• Certificate of standard or compliance with the standard
• Plant health certificate
• Absence of disease and impurity (sometimes the use of some special poisons cause raisins to be rejected)
• Suitable and standard packaging with a suitable label for the target country

Correct and appropriate pricing according to the target country

In order to export raisins, people must first obtain a commercial card (this card is issued by the Chamber of Commerce and allows you to export).