🥜 Peanut Butter Import from India – Complete Guide
🥜 Peanut Butter Import from India – Complete Guide
Introduction
India is fast emerging as a reliable hub for peanut butter manufacturing and export. With good raw material availability, skilled processing, and cost advantages, Indian peanut butter appeals to global buyers. In this guide, we will also introduce Alka Enterprises and their flagship peanut butter brand OwnChoice, so you (as importer) know whom you can trust.
Why Import Peanut Butter from India?
India is one of the top peanut producers in the world.
Competitive pricing gives you good margins.
Many manufacturers offer customization, private labeling, and various flavors (creamy, crunchy, chocolate, unsweetened).
Growing global demand for healthy spreads.
About Alka Enterprises & OwnChoice
Who is Alka Enterprises?
Alka Enterprises is the parent company behind the OwnChoice peanut butter brand. ownchoice.in+2Scribd+2
It is based in Delhi, India. ownchoice.in
The company was established in 2023 and is focused on manufacturing premium quality peanut butter with strong emphasis on quality control and food safety standards. Scribd+2Imimg+2
They operate in private label / OEM / contract manufacturing as well. ownchoice.in+2ownchoice.co.in+2
Their GST / IEC details are publicly listed (on trade directories). ownchoice.in
About OwnChoice Brand
OwnChoice is the branded peanut butter line produced by Alka Enterprises. ownchoice.co.in+2Scribd+2
Some product features and offerings:
They offer unsweetened, creamy, crunchy, chocolate-infused, etc. variants. Scribd+2ownchoice.co.in+2
No added preservatives, natural, non-GMO peanuts, zero cholesterol—these claims are part of their product literature. Scribd+1
Available in different pack sizes (e.g. 850g, 1 kg, 250 gm) depending on product line. ownchoice.in+2Scribd+2
They also provide private label / contract manufacturing services: you as an importer can ask them to create your own brand using their manufacturing line. ownchoice.in+1
How to Import from Alka Enterprises / OwnChoice
When you decide to import from them (or any Indian manufacturer), you can follow the same import steps as described earlier, but here are tips specific to dealing with Alka / OwnChoice:
| Step | Tips When Dealing with Alka / OwnChoice |
|---|---|
| Supplier Verification | Ask them to share IEC certificate, FSSAI number, quality certifications, lab test reports. Because Alka is relatively new (since 2023), validating their credentials is crucial. Scribd+2ownchoice.in+2 |
| Product Samples | Request sample jars of different variants (unsweetened, chocolate, crunchy) to test taste, stability, shelf life. |
| Private Label / Branding | Since Alka / OwnChoice offers private label & OEM services, you can negotiate label, packaging, formulation changes under your brand name. ownchoice.in+1 |
| Quality & Certifications | Insist on third-party lab tests for microbiology, fat content, aflatoxin levels, and food safety compliance. Also check whether they can meet your country’s import standards (FDA, EU, health certifications). |
| MOQ & Pricing | Clarify minimum order quantity (MOQ), unit cost (FOB / CIF), packaging cost, documentation cost. Because Alka is a newer/midsize player, they might be flexible. |
| Logistics & Shipping | Decide whether you want them to deliver port-of-shipment (FOB) or door-to-door (CIF). Verify their packing quality to avoid damage in transit. |
| Payment Terms | Use secure terms — e.g. partially advance, balance on L/C or escrow. |
| After-Sales Support | Ask about shelf-life guarantee, replacement in case of defects, and consistent supply capability. |
Documents & Compliance (Reiterated)
When importing from any Indian supplier (including Alka / OwnChoice), you’ll need:
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Phytosanitary / Health Certificate
Test Reports & Lab Analysis
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Insurance
Compliance with your country’s import norms (e.g. FDA, EU food rags)
Benefits of Importing from Alka / OwnChoice
Benefits
Being a manufacturer + brand, they can offer better pricing (no middleman).
Flexibility in custom orders and packaging.
Fresh, direct supply.
Ability to build a partnership with manufacturer (for future scaling).