Carob Fairs and Sectoral Organizations
Carob products; Since it is traded in many different forms such as fruit, broken (granule), powder, seed, gum and extract, it does not reach its buyers through a single channel. Food manufacturers, ingredient buyers, organic product distributors and market chains come together in different sectoral organizations. For this reason, fairs in carob trade are one of the most effective ways to meet new buyers and strengthen the relationship with existing customers.
Read MoreCarob in Cyprus: "Black Gold"
Cyprus is one of the places where carob has left the deepest economic and cultural mark in the Mediterranean. According to a study on Turkish Cypriot folk culture, carob is popularly called "black gold" and has been the dominant element of the island's agricultural production for many years; Historical sources in Limassol also state that the analogy comes from the value of the product.
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Carob Export with Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW
What a price offer means in carob exports largely depends on the mode of delivery. There is a significant difference between the ex-factory delivery price for the same product and the price including freight and insurance to the destination port. The rules defining this difference and the responsibilities of the parties are the Incoterms rules published by the International Chamber of Commerce.
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Food Safety Certificates: ISO 22000, FSSC, BRC, IFS
The most frequently requested documents from suppliers in international food trade are food safety management system certificates. ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRCGS and IFS are the main standards that certify that a business systematically manages food safety risks through independent audits.
Read MoreCertificates in Carob Products: Organic, Halal, Kosher
Carob products are often sold in the international market with one or more certificates. Organic certification certifies the product's production method, while halal and kosher certifications certify the product's compliance with the relevant religious dietary guidelines. These certifications are an important part of access to specific markets and buyer confidence.
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HS Codes and Documents in Carob Exports
For carob exports, the correct customs tariff code (HS Code) and complete documentation are the basic conditions for the product to pass smoothly across the border and reach the buyer on time. Carob fruit, powder, seeds, gum and molasses may be in different tariff positions; misclassification can lead to delay, additional duty and penalty.
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Carob Production in the World: Countries and Figures
Carob is a product native to the Mediterranean basin and its production is concentrated in a few countries. Spain, Portugal, Italy, Morocco, Greece, Cyprus and Turkey provide most of the world's production. However, the answer to the question "how much carob is produced in the world?" varies significantly depending on which data source is looked at.
Read MoreQuestions to Ask When Choosing a Carob Supplier
Choosing the right supplier for a business that buys carob and carob products; It determines the quality of the product, consistency between batches, delivery reliability and food safety as well as the price. For this reason, the right questions to ask before working with the supplier prevent many problems that may occur in the future.
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