Export & Logistics

Clear Terms. Reliable Freight. No Surprises at Customs.

From proforma invoice to port delivery, here is exactly how a Golden Saffron export order works — including the Incoterms, shipping methods and documentation you can expect.

Minimum Order

1kg

Trial orders · 5kg for wholesale contracts

Standard Lead Time

7–10 Days

From confirmed order to dispatch

Origin Ports

Mashhad / Tehran

Air freight and consolidated sea freight

Shipping To

Worldwide

Europe, GCC, Asia-Pacific and North America

The Process

From First Inquiry to Warehouse Delivery

Seven steps, fully documented at every stage — our export team manages the paperwork so your team only manages receiving.

Request a Quotation
1

Inquiry & Sample Request

Share your target grade, volume and destination; we send lab-tested samples with specification sheets within 3–5 business days.

2

Sample Evaluation

Test the sample against your own quality benchmarks — we welcome independent lab verification at your facility.

3

Formal Quotation

A proforma invoice is issued with agreed grade, volume, Incoterm, packaging and lead time, valid for 30 days.

4

Order Confirmation & Deposit

Order is confirmed against the proforma invoice with an agreed deposit; production is scheduled immediately.

5

Production, Grading & QC

Your batch is prepared, graded, and assayed under ISO 3632; a certificate of analysis is issued for your records.

6

Documentation

Certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, packing list and commercial invoice are prepared and shared for review.

7

Shipping & Delivery

Freight is booked under your agreed Incoterm, with tracking details shared through to arrival at destination.

Incoterms

Choose the Terms That Fit Your Operation

All terms below follow Incoterms® 2020. We can advise on the best structure for your first order.

Term Golden Saffron's Responsibility Buyer's Responsibility Best For
EXW Goods packed and ready at our Mashhad facility All freight, insurance, export & import clearance Buyers with their own freight forwarder
FOB Export clearance and loading at origin port Main freight, insurance, import clearance Buyers with an established shipping line
CFR Freight to destination port included Insurance and import clearance Buyers who self-insure cargo
CIF Freight and insurance to destination port Import clearance and local delivery First-time or lower-volume buyers
DDP Full delivery to buyer's warehouse, duties paid Receiving only Buyers wanting a fully hands-off import

Shipping Methods

Air Freight for Speed. Sea Freight for Volume.

Air Freight

The standard method for saffron given its high value-to-weight ratio — most orders under 100kg move by air.

  • 3–7 days transit to most international destinations
  • Temperature and humidity-controlled cargo handling
  • Ideal for samples, retail-ready orders and reorders
  • Available from Mashhad (MHD) and Tehran (IKA)

Sea Freight

Cost-efficient for larger bulk orders consolidated with other cargo, or full-container private-label shipments.

  • 18–35 days transit depending on destination port
  • Consolidated LCL or dedicated FCL options
  • Desiccant and moisture-control packaging included
  • Recommended for orders above 25kg

Global Shipping

We Ship Saffron Worldwide

  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • Kuwait
  • Oman
  • Turkey
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • Other destinations — ask us