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Frozen Chicken Whole Halal Export Quality Bulk Supplier

Verified Exporter  ·  EXP01001
Product Code  ·  NEP6446

Frozen Chicken Whole Halal Export Quality Bulk Supplier

Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh, India

Frozen whole chicken is processed under hygienic conditions and supplied in export-grade packaging. Suitable for wholesale buyers, distributors, and food processing industries. Available in bulk with halal certification and global export standards.

Shipping Information

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Minimum Order 5000
Origin Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh, India

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About This Product

Frozen whole chicken, Halal certified and export-grade, is processed and blast-frozen to meet the size grading, cleanliness, and cold chain standards that international bulk buyers verify before accepting a shipment. Andhra Pradesh is one of India's leading poultry-producing states, and integrators across the state have been building APEDA-registered freezing and packing facilities onto established poultry supply chains, extending decades of domestic production experience into export-grade processing. For retail distributors, traditional butchers, and wholesale importers, this means access to Halal-certified whole chicken with the documentation and cold chain reliability bulk international buyers require.

Product Specifications

AttributeDetails / Value
Product FormWhole chicken, eviscerated, ready to cut
Weight Grading900g-1.2kg, 1.2-1.5kg, 1.5-1.8kg, specify grading requirement
Processing MethodBlast frozen, individually or bulk packed
Core Temperature-18°C or below, maintained through processing and transit
Skin SpecificationSkin-on, standard for whole chicken
Packaging FormatIndividual poly-wrapped, bulk cartons, specify per order
Shelf Life12-18 months frozen, from processing date
Slaughter MethodHalal certified, zabiha method
Quality StandardAPEDA-registered processing facility compliance
HS Code0207.12.00 (frozen whole chicken, not cut in pieces), confirm with CHA

Choosing the Right Weight Grade for Your Market

Smaller Grades (900g-1.2kg): Retail and Household Positioning

Smaller whole chickens suit retail markets where household-sized birds move faster off the shelf, and this grade generally has a shorter growth cycle at the farm level, which can support more consistent supply availability. Buyers supplying general grocery retail in markets with smaller household sizes or a preference for quicker-cooking whole birds typically specify this range.

Larger Grades (1.5kg and Above): Foodservice and Butchery Use

Larger whole chickens suit foodservice operations and traditional butchers who portion the bird into multiple cuts, since a bigger bird yields more usable meat per piece processed and reduces the labor-to-yield ratio at the cutting stage. Buyers running their own portioning operation should specify this larger grade rather than a retail-sized bird, since the economics work differently when the buyer, not the processor, is doing the cutting.

Why Source from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh's established poultry production base has attracted meaningful investment in export-grade processing infrastructure, with integrators layering APEDA-registered freezing and packing capacity onto existing domestic supply chains rather than building export operations independently. This incremental infrastructure approach means Guntur-region processors combine deep whole-bird production experience with growing Halal certification and export documentation capability, both central to whole chicken bulk export specifically.

Trade and Order Details

Packaging Options

Individual poly-wrapped whole chickens for retail-ready presentation. Bulk cartons for high-volume foodservice and wholesale redistribution. Custom branding and private label packaging available.

Export and Logistics

  • MOQ: Confirm current minimum order quantity directly, as this varies based on weight grading and packaging format
  • HS Code: 0207.12.00 for frozen whole chicken not cut in pieces, confirm exact classification with your customs broker
  • Mode of Shipment: Reefer sea container standard for bulk orders, maintaining -18°C throughout transit; air freight available for smaller or urgent orders
  • Lead Time: Confirm current production and shipping lead time based on order volume and weight grading

Certifications

APEDA registration and export certification, Halal certification (zabiha slaughter method), FSSAI license, veterinary health certificate for every shipment, Certificate of Origin, cold chain temperature logs available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What weight grade should I order for whole frozen chicken?

Smaller grades (900g-1.2kg) suit retail markets favoring household-sized birds, while larger grades (1.5kg and above) suit foodservice operations and butchers portioning the bird themselves, since bigger birds yield more usable meat per unit of cutting labor.

Is the whole chicken Halal certified?

Yes, zabiha slaughter method certification is standard, meeting the requirements Middle East, Southeast Asian, and other Halal-market buyers require for import clearance.

How can I verify APEDA registration for a whole chicken exporter?

Ask for the exporter's APEDA registration number and processing facility approval documentation, which can be cross-checked against APEDA's published list of approved integrated abattoir-cum-meat processing plants before placing a first order.

What is the minimum order quantity for bulk whole frozen chicken export?

MOQ varies based on weight grading and packaging format. Confirm the current minimum for your specific requirement directly.

What HS code applies to frozen whole chicken exports from India?

Frozen whole chicken not cut into pieces is classified under HS code 0207.12.00, distinct from the 0207.14.00 code used for frozen chicken cuts. Confirm the exact classification with your customs broker before the first shipment.