Importing Blow Moulds from India to UAE and Africa: A Complete Buyer's Guide
By Ultra Mould Engineering Team · ultramould.com · January 2025
India has become one of the world's most competitive sources for precision PET and HDPE blow moulds. Buyers in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and across Africa are increasingly sourcing moulds from Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Pune — at a fraction of the cost of European or Chinese suppliers, and with competitive quality.
Ultra Mould exports to 20+ countries via Mundra Port, Ahmedabad. This guide is for international buyers who want to understand the complete process — from finding the right supplier to receiving your mould and running production.
Why Source Blow Moulds from India?
Factor
India
China
Europe
Price
★★★★★ Lowest
★★★★ Low
★★ High
Quality
★★★★ High
★★★ Medium
★★★★★ Premium
Communication
★★★★★ English
★★ Language barrier
★★★★ Good
Delivery
★★★★ 4–6 weeks
★★★ 6–10 weeks
★★★ 8–12 weeks
IP protection
★★★★ Good contracts
★★★ Moderate risk
★★★★★ Strong
"We ordered a 2-cavity PET mould from Ultra Mould for our water bottling plant in Lagos. The quality exceeded what we expected at this price point, and delivery was exactly 5 weeks as promised." — Buyer, Nigeria
How the Export Process Works
Send inquiry with bottle sample or drawing — WhatsApp a photo of the bottle you want to replicate, or share a CAD drawing
Receive quotation in USD within 24 hours — Including mould price, packing, and estimated freight to your port
Confirm order and pay 50% advance — Wire transfer (SWIFT) or LC accepted
Design approval (DAD) — We share a 3D mould drawing for your sign-off
Production: 4–6 weeks — You receive weekly photo/video updates
Production trial — We send a video of 500+ bottles running on the mould before shipment
Shipment from Mundra Port — All export documents provided: commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, HS code declaration
Balance payment before loading
Delivery to Dubai/Lagos/Nairobi/Riyadh: 7–18 days sea freight depending on destination
Export Pricing: What Does a Mould Cost in USD?
Mould Type
USD Price Range (FOB Mundra)
1-cavity PET water/oil bottle (500ml–1L)
$450 – $850
2-cavity PET beverage mould
$900 – $1,600
1-cavity HDPE jerry can (5L–20L)
$800 – $1,800
4-cavity PET mould, high-speed
$2,000 – $4,500
Custom liquor/spirit bottle
On quotation
Prices above are approximate and exclude freight, insurance, and destination customs duties. We provide a complete CFR/CIF quote for your specific destination if requested.
Shipping Routes and Transit Times from Mundra Port
Destination
Shipping Route
Approximate Transit
Dubai, UAE
Mundra → Jebel Ali
5–8 days
Dammam / Riyadh, KSA
Mundra → Dammam
8–12 days
Lagos, Nigeria
Mundra → Apapa
18–25 days
Mombasa, Kenya
Mundra → Mombasa
12–16 days
Accra, Ghana
Mundra → Tema
20–26 days
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Mundra → Chittagong
10–14 days
What to Ask a Potential Indian Mould Supplier
Do you have an IEC (Import Export Code) registered with DGFT India? (Mandatory for legal export)
Can you provide a Certificate of Origin from the Ahmedabad Chamber of Commerce?
Do you accept LC (Letter of Credit) payment for large orders?
Can you ship using CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) terms to our port?
Do you have export experience to our specific country?
Can you provide a production trial video before shipment?
Common Mistakes International Buyers Make
Not confirming machine compatibility: Indian suppliers may not know your local machine brand. Always provide the machine make, model, and specifications — or send a photo of the existing mould's mounting plate.
Ordering without design approval: Never pay full amount without approving a 3D drawing first. Design changes after machining begins are expensive.
Ignoring HS code: Blow moulds export from India under HS code 8480.71. Verify the import duty rate in your country before finalising the purchase.
Choosing the cheapest quote: A mould that costs 30% less but fails in 3 months costs far more. Focus on quality verification (trial video, steel spec, parting line tolerance).
Ultra Mould's Export Credentials
IEC code active — licensed to export from India
Exports to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and more
All shipments via Mundra Port, Gujarat
SWIFT payments accepted (USD, AED, EUR)
Letter of Credit (LC) accepted for orders above $5,000
Certificate of Origin available from Ahmedabad Chamber of Commerce
Ready to import blow moulds from India? Contact Ultra Mould for a USD quote within 24 hours.
Ultra Mould has been manufacturing precision PET and HDPE blow moulds for 10+ years, serving clients across India and 20+ countries. We offer a 24-hour quote turnaround and 4–6 week delivery.