Why Chinese buyers import direct from Pakistan
Chinese TCM houses, alfalfa importers, and spice traders have bought from Pakistan for over 40 years. Three reasons: (1) Pakistani Ma Huang (麻黄, Ephedra sinica) tests at 0.7–1.4% total alkaloids — meeting Chinese Pharmacopoeia TCM standards. (2) Pakistani licorice (甘草) has glycyrrhizin 4–6%, slightly higher than Xinjiang origin, with straighter roots better suited to extract production. (3) Pakistani alfalfa hay (苜蓿) at 19–22% protein lands in China 25–40% cheaper than US/Australian alfalfa. Kohenoor International has shipped to Chinese TCM traders and dairy importers since the 1970s.
📦 MOQ
1 × 20ft FCL · ≈18 MT seeds, ≈14 MT hay, ≈25 MT grain
⛴ Shanghai · Qingdao · Tianjin · Guangzhou
≈ 18 days from Karachi · FOB Karachi or Port Qasim
📜 Documentation
Phytosanitary · Halal · Origin · 3rd-party lab COA
💰 USD / RMB
30% T/T advance + 70% B/L copy · LC at sight for repeat buyers
Top SKUs for China (P.R.C.) buyers
Hand-picked product set based on actual import data and buyer demand from China (P.R.C.) importers over the past 5 years. Each SKU links to full spec sheet, FAQs, and downloadable PDF.
FAQ — 简体中文 / English
Real questions from China (P.R.C.) importers — answered in 简体中文 and English.
Karachi to Shanghai / Qingdao / Tianjin transit time? (海运时间)
Short answer: Shanghai ≈18 days, Qingdao ≈17 days, Tianjin ≈19 days, Guangzhou ≈15–16 days.
Detail: We ship FOB Karachi or Port Qasim. The route runs Hormuz → Indian Ocean → Malacca Strait → South China Sea. Major lines (COSCO, ZIM, Maersk, MSC, ONE) all run weekly direct services. We prepare the B/L and shipping docs to match Chinese customs requirements.
Detail: We ship FOB Karachi or Port Qasim. The route runs Hormuz → Indian Ocean → Malacca Strait → South China Sea. Major lines (COSCO, ZIM, Maersk, MSC, ONE) all run weekly direct services. We prepare the B/L and shipping docs to match Chinese customs requirements.
What is the MOQ for Chinese buyers? (最低订量)
Short answer: 1 × 20ft FCL.
Detail: A 20ft container holds ≈ 18 MT of dried seeds or herbs, ≈ 14 MT of alfalfa hay, or ≈ 25 MT of grains. LCL part-loads are negotiable for first-time buyers — typically with adjusted pricing of +8–15% to cover consolidation costs.
Detail: A 20ft container holds ≈ 18 MT of dried seeds or herbs, ≈ 14 MT of alfalfa hay, or ≈ 25 MT of grains. LCL part-loads are negotiable for first-time buyers — typically with adjusted pricing of +8–15% to cover consolidation costs.
What is the alkaloid content of Pakistani Ma Huang? (麻黄碱含量)
Short answer: 0.7–1.4% total alkaloids — meets Chinese Pharmacopoeia TCM-grade.
Detail: Pakistani wild-collected Ephedra sinica tests at 0.7–1.4% total alkaloids (ephedrine + pseudoephedrine), measured by HPLC. Available grades: thin-stem (細莖), thick-stem (粗莖), white-bg cleaned (白底), and standard raw (毛茶). 3rd-party lab COA on every shipment from a SGS or Bureau Veritas equivalent.
Detail: Pakistani wild-collected Ephedra sinica tests at 0.7–1.4% total alkaloids (ephedrine + pseudoephedrine), measured by HPLC. Available grades: thin-stem (細莖), thick-stem (粗莖), white-bg cleaned (白底), and standard raw (毛茶). 3rd-party lab COA on every shipment from a SGS or Bureau Veritas equivalent.
China customs HS codes & import documentation? (海关编码)
Short answer: Ma Huang 1211.90 · Alfalfa hay 1214.90 · Licorice 1211.90 or 1302.13 · Rose petals 1211.90 · Coriander 0909.21.
Detail: We prepare the full document pack to match Chinese customs requirements — commercial invoice with CIF + FOB breakdown, Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate (Pakistan Plant Protection), 3rd-party lab COA, and Halal certificate where applicable. Some restricted-list items (e.g., Ma Huang) require an Import License from your local CFDA office.
Detail: We prepare the full document pack to match Chinese customs requirements — commercial invoice with CIF + FOB breakdown, Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate (Pakistan Plant Protection), 3rd-party lab COA, and Halal certificate where applicable. Some restricted-list items (e.g., Ma Huang) require an Import License from your local CFDA office.
Payment terms? Currencies accepted? (付款条款)
Short answer: 30% T/T advance + 70% against B/L copy for new buyers. LC at sight or open account for repeat buyers.
Detail: We accept USD, RMB, EUR wire transfers. RMB transfers should go through a bank-supported cross-border channel (CIPS or SWIFT). For LC, we recommend ICBC, Bank of China, or HSBC as the issuing bank. We do not accept Alipay, WeChat Pay, or PayPal for B2B trade volumes.
Detail: We accept USD, RMB, EUR wire transfers. RMB transfers should go through a bank-supported cross-border channel (CIPS or SWIFT). For LC, we recommend ICBC, Bank of China, or HSBC as the issuing bank. We do not accept Alipay, WeChat Pay, or PayPal for B2B trade volumes.
Free samples? (样品)
Short answer: Yes — 100–250g free for serious commercial inquiries.
Detail: Samples ship via DHL or FedEx air courier (buyer covers air-freight cost, typically USD 60–90 to mainland China). Sample requests are processed within 48 hours of receipt. We require a verifiable business address and contact (WeChat ID, company website, or business license preferred).
Detail: Samples ship via DHL or FedEx air courier (buyer covers air-freight cost, typically USD 60–90 to mainland China). Sample requests are processed within 48 hours of receipt. We require a verifiable business address and contact (WeChat ID, company website, or business license preferred).
Pakistani vs Xinjiang/Inner Mongolia licorice — what's the difference? (甘草对比)
Short answer: Same species (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Pakistani origin runs slightly higher glycyrrhizin (4–6%) with straighter roots.
Detail: Pakistani licorice grows at lower altitude with more sun, producing roots with smoother bark and more uniform diameter — well-suited to extract production. Many Chinese TCM extract houses blend Pakistani + Xinjiang for cost optimization. Grades available: unpeeled, half-selected (半选), hand-selected (精选), powder (粉).
Detail: Pakistani licorice grows at lower altitude with more sun, producing roots with smoother bark and more uniform diameter — well-suited to extract production. Many Chinese TCM extract houses blend Pakistani + Xinjiang for cost optimization. Grades available: unpeeled, half-selected (半选), hand-selected (精选), powder (粉).
Do you support WeChat communication? (微信沟通)
Short answer: Yes — WeChat ID: usmanhayat.
Detail: WeChat is our preferred channel for Chinese buyers. Replies typically within minutes during Pakistan business hours (09:00–18:00 PKT, Sun–Thu). We speak English and Urdu directly; for technical Mandarin discussions we have a partner translator on standby. Voice messages and WeChat video calls supported.
Detail: WeChat is our preferred channel for Chinese buyers. Replies typically within minutes during Pakistan business hours (09:00–18:00 PKT, Sun–Thu). We speak English and Urdu directly; for technical Mandarin discussions we have a partner translator on standby. Voice messages and WeChat video calls supported.
Can you do private-label packaging? (代工贴牌)
Short answer: Yes.
Detail: Private-label and OEM available. Standard packaging is 25/50 KG PP-woven food-grade bags. Premium options: vacuum-sealed cartons, foil-laminated barrier bags, custom-printed branded packaging, IBC drums for industrial buyers. Private-label production has a 4-week lead time after artwork approval. We can match RMB-denominated cost analysis on request.
Detail: Private-label and OEM available. Standard packaging is 25/50 KG PP-woven food-grade bags. Premium options: vacuum-sealed cartons, foil-laminated barrier bags, custom-printed branded packaging, IBC drums for industrial buyers. Private-label production has a 4-week lead time after artwork approval. We can match RMB-denominated cost analysis on request.
Fastest way to reach the sales team? (联系方式)
Short answer: WeChat usmanhayat or WhatsApp +923104929292.
Detail: WeChat replies in minutes during Pakistan business hours (09:00–18:00 PKT, Sun–Thu). WhatsApp also active. Email [email protected] for formal RFQs and large-volume contracts. We respond to every inquiry within 24 hours.
Detail: WeChat replies in minutes during Pakistan business hours (09:00–18:00 PKT, Sun–Thu). WhatsApp also active. Email [email protected] for formal RFQs and large-volume contracts. We respond to every inquiry within 24 hours.
How long is sea freight from Karachi to Shanghai / Qingdao / Tianjin?
Karachi to: Shanghai ~18 days, Qingdao ~17 days, Tianjin ~19 days, Guangzhou ~15–16 days. We ship FOB Karachi or Port Qasim.
What is the MOQ?
Standard MOQ is 1 × 20ft FCL holding ≈ 18 MT seeds/dried herbs, ≈ 14 MT alfalfa hay, or ≈ 25 MT grains. LCL part-loads negotiable.
What is the alkaloid content of Pakistani Ma Huang?
Wild-collected Pakistani Ephedra sinica typically tests at 0.7–1.4% total alkaloids, meeting Chinese Pharmacopoeia TCM-grade. Available in thin-stem, thick-stem, white-bg cleaned, and standard raw grades. Lab COA per shipment.
Do you handle China customs HS codes and import documentation?
Ephedra HS 1211.90; Alfalfa hay 1214.90; Licorice root 1211.90 or 1302.13; Rose petals 1211.90; Coriander seeds 0909.21. Full commercial invoice (CIF+FOB), Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary cert, and 3rd-party lab COA prepared per Chinese customs requirements.
Payment terms? Currencies accepted?
First-time buyers: 30% T/T advance vs. PI, 70% vs. B/L copy. Repeat buyers: LC at sight or open account. USD, RMB, EUR wire transfers accepted.
Do you provide free samples?
Yes — 100–250g free samples for serious inquiries. Buyer covers DHL/FedEx. Sample requests processed within 48 hours.
How does Pakistani licorice compare to Xinjiang/Inner Mongolia origin?
Pakistani Glycyrrhiza glabra is the same species as Xinjiang origin but grown at different altitude/climate: glycyrrhizin content typically 4–6% (slightly higher than Xinjiang), with straighter roots and smoother bark — well-suited to extract production. We supply unpeeled, half-selected, hand-selected, and powder grades.
Do you support WeChat communication?
Yes — WeChat ID: usmanhayat. We speak English and Urdu and partner with Mandarin-speaking representatives. WeChat replies typically within minutes during Pakistan business hours 09:00–18:00 PKT, Sun–Thu.
Can you do private-label packaging?
Yes — private-label available. Standard packaging is 25/50 KG PP-woven food-grade bags; premium includes vacuum-sealed cartons, foil-laminated bags, custom branded packaging. Private-label MOQ + 4-week lead time.
Fastest way to reach sales?
Fastest: WhatsApp +923104929292 (response in minutes during PKT business hours). WeChat usmanhayat. Email [email protected]. English, Urdu spoken; Mandarin via partner.