Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Dried cassava (manioc) in Oman is an import-supplied market, reflected in recorded imports under HS 071410 ("Manioc, fresh or dried"). In 2024, Oman imported HS 071410 at about USD 362.23 thousand (about 503,953 kg) in UN Comtrade data presented via WITS; in 2023 the same HS line shows higher import value and indicates India and the UAE among the main reported suppliers. Import clearance is compliance-driven: Oman’s Directorate General of Customs publishes permit workflows for plant products (including phytosanitary documentation) and for animal feed/components (including test certificates and product information attachments). Public sources reviewed do not quantify the split of dried cassava use between food and feed in Oman, so downstream demand structure is treated as a data gap.
Market RoleNet importer
Domestic RoleImport-dependent market for dried cassava supply; downstream end-use split (food vs. feed) not publicly quantified in sources reviewed
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
SeasonalityAvailability is primarily driven by import scheduling and inventory management rather than domestic harvest seasonality.
Specification
Physical Attributes- Dried cassava chips should be free from filth/foreign matter and should not appear mouldy (reference product specification standard).
Compositional Metrics- Reference specification example for dried cassava chips: moisture maximum 12% and hydrogen cyanide maximum 10 mg/kg (EAS 739:2010); Oman-specific limits were not located in the cited sources.
Packaging- When imported as animal feed/components, permit guidance indicates product information should cover ingredients and production/expiry dates, and supporting attachments include chemical composition and intended species (as applicable).
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Exporter drying/packing (chips/pieces/pellets) -> sea freight -> Oman customs single window/permit workflow -> quarantine/inspection by competent authority -> importer storage -> distribution to downstream users
Temperature- Typically handled as an ambient product; moisture control is critical to reduce mold risk during transit and storage.
Shelf Life- Shelf-life is highly sensitive to moisture ingress (packaging integrity, condensation risk, and storage humidity).
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighOman import clearance for dried cassava can be blocked or delayed if the shipment is not aligned to the applicable permit pathway and documentation set (e.g., plant products permit requiring phytosanitary certificate and other documents, or animal feed/components permit requiring test certificate and origin documentation when used as feed). Authorities also indicate that inspection is mandatory for plant products permits and that the competent department may refuse entry for feed permits.Confirm intended end-use classification (food vs. feed) before contracting; run a pre-shipment document checklist against the relevant Oman Customs permit page, and ensure the exporter can provide the required certificates in the correct shipment name/HS description.
Logistics MediumBecause dried cassava is typically freight-intensive (bulk/low unit value), ocean freight rate volatility and transit delays can materially impact landed cost and increase moisture/quality risk during longer storage/transit windows.Use moisture-protective packaging and desiccant/liner practices where appropriate; build buffer inventory in Oman for continuity and include freight adjustment clauses for longer-term contracts.
Food Safety MediumQuality rejection risk increases if dried cassava shows mold/foreign matter or does not meet buyer compositional expectations (e.g., moisture and hydrogen cyanide limits referenced in common product specifications), and Omani authorities indicate unfit foodstuffs may be rejected at port of entry.Specify moisture/contaminant limits contractually, require COA/test reports consistent with end-use (food vs. feed), and perform pre-shipment inspection focused on mold/foreign matter and packaging integrity.
FAQ
Which documents are commonly required to import dried cassava (as a plant product) into Oman?Oman Customs’ plant products permit guidance lists a phytosanitary certificate, manifest or bill of lading, entry certificate, and a certificate of origin among the required documents, and notes that inspection is mandatory.
If dried cassava is imported as an animal feed ingredient/component, what additional permit and documents are indicated?Oman Customs publishes a veterinary permit for importing animal feed and its components. It indicates the permit should be applied for before the shipment is exported and lists a test certificate and certificate of origin as required documents; it also notes that supporting information may include chemical composition, ingredients, intended species, and production/expiry dates.
Who were the main reported supplier countries for Oman’s HS 071410 (manioc/cassava, fresh or dried) imports in 2023?UN Comtrade data presented via World Bank WITS lists India and the United Arab Emirates as the largest reported suppliers by import value for Oman’s HS 071410 in 2023, followed by Sri Lanka and Kenya.