Why Luxembourg Importers Choose Pakistani Fenugreek Seed
Luxembourg food importers work under the ALVA (Administration luxembourgeoise vétérinaire et alimentaire) and supply Cactus, Delhaize, Auchan and cross-border customers that expect full EU documentation in French and German. Importers in Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette and Bettembourg work with Kohenoor International because:
- EU-MRL and ETO tested per lot — Each lot is tested against Regulation (EC) 396/2005 maximum residue levels and for ethylene oxide before loading, with the accredited report sent ahead of the shipment for your quality team and the ALVA.
- Not on the increased-control list — Pakistani single-spice fenugreek is not listed under Regulation (EU) 2019/1793, so consignments clear the Antwerp border control post under standard official controls and move to Luxembourg in free circulation.
- Pharmacy and organic-shop grade — Extra-clean whole seed with heavy-metal and microbiology reports and organic options for the pharmacies, Naturata-type organic shops and supplement brands selling fenugrec for lactation and blood sugar.
- Bold golden grade for grocers and distributors — Uniform bold seed for the Portuguese, Cape Verdean, Indian and Arab grocers and for food distributors serving the Greater Region.
- Feed-grade for the equine and dairy sector — Regular grade in 1 MT big bags at feed pricing for horse-feed and dairy premix makers in Luxembourg and the surrounding region.
- Trilingual documents and Bettembourg logistics — Invoices and certificates in French and German (English on request); delivery to the Bettembourg-Dudelange logistics hub or your warehouse.
The Luxembourg Fenugreek Market: International Communities, Pharmacies and the Greater Region
Luxembourg’s population is the most international in the EU, and its food trade reflects it: Portuguese grocers sell feno-grego, Indian and Pakistani shops sell methi, Arab and Cape Verdean grocers sell hulba, and mainstream retailers Cactus, Delhaize and Auchan list fenugreek in curry blends and organic ranges. Pharmacies and organic shops sell fenugrec seed and capsules for lactation, appetite and glycaemic support, and the country’s high purchasing power favours organic and tested products.
Luxembourg-based food distributors and the Bettembourg-Dudelange logistics hub serve the Greater Region — Lorraine, Wallonia, Saarland and Rhineland-Palatinate — so a Luxembourg importer can sell into four countries. The equine and dairy sectors use fenugreek as a feed palatant. Supply arrives via Belgian and German traders from India; Luxembourg importers who want direct container pricing via Antwerp and a documented second origin are qualifying Pakistan.
Who Buys Pakistani Fenugreek in Luxembourg
Food Distributors (Greater Region)
Bettembourg, Luxembourg City
Container volumes, trilingual documents
Distributors serving Luxembourg, Lorraine, Wallonia and Saarland.
Recommended: Bold grade, 25 kg, FCL
Pharmacies & Organic Shops
Nationwide
Organic option, heavy-metal reports
Pharmacies and organic retailers selling fenugrec seed and capsules.
Recommended: Organic bold grade, 500 kg–2 MT
Portuguese, Indian & Arab Grocers
Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette
Retail-ready packs
Ethnic grocers and their wholesalers selling feno-grego, methi and hulba.
Recommended: Bold grade, private label
Spice Packers & Retail Private Label
Luxembourg City
Even grind, bold golden seed
Producers of curry blends for Cactus, Delhaize and Auchan.
Recommended: Bold grade, 25 kg paper bags
Equine & Dairy Feed Makers
Luxembourg and Greater Region
Feed-grade price, aroma
Horse-feed and dairy premix producers using fenugreek as a palatant.
Recommended: Regular grade, 1 MT big bags
Herbal-Tea & Supplement Brands
Nationwide
Clean whole seed
Tea blenders and supplement makers using fenugreek.
Recommended: Bold grade, 500 kg–1 MT
Résumé en français / Zusammenfassung auf Deutsch : graines de fenugrec du Pakistan pour les importateurs luxembourgeois
Kohenoor International (depuis 1957) exporte des graines de fenugrec triées optiquement (Trigonella foenum-graecum, code NC 0910 99) vers les distributeurs alimentaires, pharmacies, épiceries et fabricants d’aliments pour animaux du Luxembourg. Pureté 99,5 %, humidité ≤10 %, chaque lot analysé (LMR UE, oxyde d’éthylène, aflatoxines), certificat d’analyse et certificat phytosanitaire. Expédition FOB Karachi ou CIF Anvers avec livraison par camion au Luxembourg en 24-30 jours, commande minimale 1 tonne. — Auf Deutsch: sortex-gereinigte Bockshornkleesamen, Reinheit 99,5 %, jede Partie geprüft, Lieferung nach Luxemburg in 24-30 Tagen, Mindestmenge 1 Tonne, Dokumente auf Französisch und Deutsch. WhatsApp +92-310-4929292 / export@kohenoorint.com.
Fenugreek Seeds Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Botanical Name | Trigonella foenum-graecum L. |
| Common Names | Fenugreek, Methi, Hulba, Bockshornklee, Fenugrec, Alholva |
| Grade | Bold (golden-yellow) and Regular; whole seed, food/grinding/tea/extraction grade |
| Purity | 99.5% minimum, sortex-cleaned and de-stoned |
| Moisture | ≤10% |
| Admixture | ≤0.5% |
| Pesticide Residues | Tested per lot against EU Regulation (EC) 396/2005 MRLs; report supplied |
| Ethylene Oxide | Tested per lot (ETO + 2-chloroethanol); report supplied |
| Aflatoxin (B1 / total) | Lab-tested per lot; Certificate of Analysis with every shipment |
| Microbiology | Salmonella absent in 25 g; steam-sterilised lots available on request |
| Harvest | March–May (new crop available from May) |
| Shelf Life | 24 months in cool, dry storage |
| Origin | Sindh & Punjab, Pakistan |
| HS Code | 0910.99 |
| Packaging | 25/50 kg PP or multi-wall paper bags; 1 MT big bags; private label available |
| MOQ | 1 Metric Ton (500 kg trial lots and free samples available) |
| Incoterms | FOB Karachi / CFR / CIF |
| Documents | Phytosanitary Certificate + Certificate of Analysis + Certificate of Origin with every shipment |
Shipping & Logistics: Karachi to Luxembourg
We load at Karachi Port (KICT / SAPT). Luxembourg is served through Antwerp or Rotterdam with truck or rail delivery to the Bettembourg-Dudelange hub:
| Destination Port | Typical Transit Time | Serves |
|---|
| Antwerp + truck | 23-29 days + 1 day | Luxembourg City, Bettembourg; main route; FASFC border control post |
| Rotterdam + truck | 22-28 days + 1 day | Alternative gateway |
| Zeebrugge + truck | 24-30 days + 1 day | Alternative gateway |
| Le Havre + rail/truck | 26-30 days + 1-2 days | Alternative routing via France |
Documentation for the ALVA, Luxembourg Customs and EU Border Control
Fenugreek enters the EU as a food of non-animal origin under Regulation (EU) 2017/625, checked at the Antwerp or Rotterdam border control post and delivered to Luxembourg in free circulation; the ALVA oversees the product on the Luxembourg market and your customs agent handles any Luxembourg formalities. Every Kohenoor consignment to Luxembourg includes:
- Phytosanitary Certificate — issued by Pakistan’s Department of Plant Protection for entry into the EU
- Certificate of Analysis — pesticide residues (EU MRL), ethylene oxide, aflatoxin, heavy metals, moisture, purity and microbiology per lot
- Certificate of Origin — Chamber of Commerce certificate; statement of origin where GSP+ preferences apply
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List — with NC code 0910 99, weights, lot numbers and seal numbers, French and German translations supplied
- Bill of Lading & Insurance — original B/L or telex release and marine insurance certificate; CMR for the truck leg
How Importers in Luxembourg Order From Us
- Step 1 — Enquiry & Quote: Send your target specification, volume, and destination port via our order page or WhatsApp. We respond with a firm FOB Karachi / CFR / CIF quotation within 24 hours, valid for a stated period against current crop pricing.
- Step 2 — Sample Approval: We courier a representative sample to your facility or laboratory in Luxembourg so you can verify the lot against the Certificate of Analysis before committing.
- Step 3 — Contract & Payment: We issue a proforma invoice covering quantity, specification, packing, Incoterms, and payment terms (T/T or irrevocable LC at sight). Processing and container booking begin on confirmation.
- Step 4 — Shipment & Documents: Container stuffed, sealed, and loaded at Karachi; the complete document set is couriered or released per agreed terms before arrival at your port in Luxembourg.
Why Kohenoor International
Luxembourg distributors serve four countries and their customers expect flawless documentation. Kohenoor International tests before loading, ships with French and German paperwork and already supplies fenugreek, fennel and sesame to importers in Belgium, France, Germany and the Netherlands.
- Exporting Since 1957 — Nearly seven decades of continuous agricultural export experience from Hyderabad, Sindh, across three generations of the business.
- 70+ Countries Served — Our seeds, herbs, spices, and Himalayan salt ship to buyers in more than 70 countries across five continents.
- ISO 9001:2015 + HACCP Certified — Documented quality management and food-safety controls across sourcing, processing, and packing.
- 60+ Product Portfolio — Alfalfa, Rhodes grass, berseem, sesame, fennel, fenugreek, Himalayan salt, and dozens more — consolidate several products into one container from one audited supplier.
- Industry Memberships — Hyderabad Chamber of Commerce, Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP), and the International Seed Federation (ISF).
- Full Traceability & Testing — Every lot is lab-tested and shipped with a Certificate of Analysis; samples are couriered before you commit.
