Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Indonesia Continues Groundnut Import Ban; India Seeks Action
Indonesia is still not allowing groundnut imports from India.
The issue is that Indonesia found problems with some shipments three months after they arrived, and Indian exporters don't agree with the testing methods.
Indian exporters also disagree with Indonesia's testing standards, saying they do not meet international standards.
This ban could affect Indian farmers and exporters as the new groundnut crop harvest is approaching.
The Indonesian Quarantine Authority (IQA) is also checking for high levels of aflatoxin in peanuts and wheat, which are poisonous compounds that can contaminate groundnuts.
Indonesia continues its ban on groundnut imports from India.
APEDA contacted Jakarta, but there has been no response.
Indian exporters disagree with Indonesia’s testing methods.
Exporters are concerned about the timing of the testing.
The new groundnut crop harvest begins in a month, raising concerns.
- Who
- India and Indonesia
- What
- Suspension of Indian groundnut imports
- When
- Effective September 3, 2025
- Where
- Indonesia
- Why
- Disagreements on testing standards and aflatoxin levels
India's Perspective
Indonesia's Perspective
Testing Standards
India's Perspective
Exporters claim Indonesia's standards don't meet WTO standards.
Indonesia's Perspective
The IQA reported issues with Indian groundnut quality.
Test Timing
India's Perspective
Exporters find the delay in testing after 3 months unacceptable.
Indonesia's Perspective
The IQA found issues with the groundnuts three months after arrival.
- Issue Date
- September 19, 2025
- Import Suspension Effective Date
- September 3
- Indonesia Imports (Last Fiscal)
- 2.77 lakh tonnes ($280 million)
- Total Indian Exports (Last Fiscal)
- 7.46 lakh tonnes ($795 million)
- Current Groundnut Price
- ₹5,682 per quintal
- Minimum Support Price
- ₹7,263 (for current crop year)
- Aflatoxin
- Poisonous compounds that can contaminate groundnuts