Export market · New York · New Jersey · California
Saffron export to United States.
The US buys saffron on documentation. Specialty grocers, importers and food manufacturers all expect a certificate of analysis before the first pallet moves — which suits the way we work.
New YorkDischarge port
26–34 daysSea transit
4–6 daysAir freight
0% (indicative)Import duty
How we serve this market
What buyers in United States ask us for.
- Saffron enters the US free of duty under HS 0910.20 (confirm with your broker)
- FDA prior notice and importer-of-record documentation prepared with each consignment
- Lot-wise COA supplied as standard — the norm for US specialty buyers
- Air freight in 4–6 days for sample and first-order volumes
Documents with every consignment
| Commercial invoice | Every shipment |
|---|---|
| Packing list | Per carton |
| Certificate of Analysis (ISO 3632) | Per lot |
| Certificate of Origin | Every shipment |
| Phytosanitary certificate | Every shipment |
| Bill of lading / AWB | Every shipment |
Duty figures are indicative and change with the tariff schedule. Confirm the current rate with your customs broker before costing a landed price.
Recommended grades
What moves best into United States.
Based on what buyers in this market actually order. All five grades ship on this lane.
Next step
Sample first. Decide after.
Tell us the grade and volume you are working to and we will send an indicative offer, the specification sheet, and a sample dispatch window — normally within one working day.