By: Hiren Gandhi
The long-standing documentation and certification issues surrounding the import of Cassia and Star Aniseed between India and Vietnam have now been successfully resolved. With the proactive intervention of the InGlobal Business Foundation, the matter has been addressed, bringing significant relief to Indian importers, genuine Vietnamese exporters, and the concerned government agencies of both countries.
India is the world’s largest buyer of Cassia and Star Aniseed from Vietnam. These spices hold an important place in Indian kitchens, the pharmaceutical sector, and the food processing industry. However, in recent months, several consignments were held up due to stricter scrutiny of import-related documents, leading to delays and uncertainty in trade.
The root cause of the issue was found to be attempts to export low-quality Chinese Cassia by misdeclaring it as Vietnamese Cassia. Such material is not only inferior in quality but is also considered harmful to health. To curb these malpractices, the Government of India tightened import regulations, which inadvertently caused genuine traders to face difficulties as well.
Recognising the seriousness of the situation, the InGlobal Business Foundation intervened promptly. The organisation coordinated closely with the concerned departments of the Vietnamese government, including the forestry authorities and other officials. The process for obtaining authorised and certified documents proving that Cassia and Star Aniseed are of genuine Vietnamese origin was clearly defined and streamlined.
As a result of these efforts, the path for issuing valid certificates with proper documentation has now been cleared. This will enable genuine Vietnamese exporters to resume exports to India with confidence, while Indian importers will receive quality spices in a timely manner.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Hiren Gandhi, Secretary of the InGlobal Business Foundation, stated that the organisation has always been committed to upholding fair trade practices, quality, and transparency. He emphasised that resolving this issue was essential to protect the health of Indian consumers and the interests of importers from the risks posed by substandard Cassia. He also expressed gratitude to the Vietnamese government and officials for their cooperation.
This resolution is expected not only to address the immediate concern but also to strengthen trust, transparency, and long-term cooperation in the India–Vietnam spice trade. The InGlobal Business Foundation has appealed to all importers and exporters to deal only in spices of genuine origin, supported by proper documentation, and to ensure full compliance with applicable regulations.
Secretary — InGlobal Business Foundation (IBF)
Director — ReNis Agro International LLP, Ahmedabad, India
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