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Filter Aid Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in Benin

Benin is a West African trading hub whose port of Cotonou supplies Niger and Nigeria, with cotton as the main export.. Hurain Engitech & Trade supplies filter aid to Benin — diatomaceous earth and perlite filter aids for fast, clear filtration in oil, sugar, beverage and chemical plants.

Currency: West African CFA franc (XOF)
Main ports: Cotonou
Sea transit from Gujarat: 25–40 days
Import taxes: Import duty plus VAT under the ECOWAS Common External Tariff
Our hours (local): 09:30–19:00 IST, Monday to Saturday

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Quick answer

Who is a reliable filter aid supplier and exporter for Benin?

Hurain Engitech & Trade, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports filter aid to buyers in Benin, including Porto-Novo, Parakou, Cotonou. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Cotonou with about 25–40 days sea transit and full export documents.

Why Benin needs filter aid

Benin is a West African trading hub whose port of Cotonou supplies Niger and Nigeria, with cotton as the main export.

Bleaching earth is consumed in every batch of refined edible oil, at roughly 0.5–2% of oil weight, so refineries order it on a fixed schedule.

Edible oil milling & refining in Benin

Edible-oil refineries in Benin depend on bleaching earth, filter aid, caustic soda and citric acid for every batch, plus conveyors to move seed and meal. We supply the consumables, handling equipment and packaging from one source.

In Benin, oilseed crushing mills and solvent extraction plants buy filter aid from us mainly for edible oil refineries (palm, soybean, sunflower, rapeseed, rice bran) and mineral and lubricant oil re-refining.

Who buys filter aid: Oilseed crushing mills · Solvent extraction plants · Edible oil refineries · Oil packers

Oil, gas & petrochemicals in Benin

Benin's hydrocarbon sector needs a steady supply of alloy and carbon steel piping, API-standard valves and spiral-wound gaskets. Plant maintenance teams value a supplier who ships the whole line list with EN 10204 3.1 documentation in one container.

In Benin, upstream oil & gas and refineries buy filter aid from us mainly for biodiesel and wax and paraffin purification.

Who buys filter aid: Upstream oil & gas · Refineries · Petrochemical plants · Fuel depots

Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals in Benin

Chemical and fertiliser plants in Benin handle corrosive media, so they buy stainless and alloy piping, PTFE and graphite seals and lined valves, and ship finished product in HDPE drums and barrels.

In Benin, petrochemical complexes and fertiliser plants buy filter aid from us mainly for juice, beer and sugar filtration and edible oil refineries (palm, soybean, sunflower, rapeseed, rice bran).

Who buys filter aid: Petrochemical complexes · Fertiliser plants · Speciality chemical makers · Chemical distributors

Typical uses: Edible oil refineries (palm, soybean, sunflower, rapeseed, rice bran) · Mineral and lubricant oil re-refining · Biodiesel · Wax and paraffin purification · Juice, beer and sugar filtration.

Top 5 cities for filter aid in Benin

Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of filter aid. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.

Importing filter aid into Benin: local guide

Practical facts for buyers in Benin — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.

Weekend	Saturday–Sunday (many trading firms also work Saturday mornings)
Our office hours in your time	09:30–19:00 IST, Monday to Saturday
Currency	West African CFA franc (XOF); quotations in USD
Customs system	GUCE Bénin single window
Tariff framework	ECOWAS / WAEMU common external tariff
Trade agreement with India	No India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies
Plan orders around	Ramadan and the Eid holidays, plus the Christmas–New Year period

Filter Aid specifications for Benin

Typical specification range for bleaching earth & filter aid; exact values are confirmed per order and matched to Benin's import requirements.

Activity	Natural, semi-activated, highly acid-activated
Particle size	Typically 75–80% passing 75 micron (200 mesh)
Moisture	Typically ≤ 12–15%
Bulk density	Approx. 500–700 g/L
Packing	25 kg bags; 500 / 1000 kg jumbo bags

Standards: COA per batch, FSSAI / food-grade on request or the standard your project specifies. Imports follow ECOWAS rules.

Price, duties & landed cost in Benin

Quotation currency	USD (EUR on request); you pay in West African CFA franc (XOF) through your bank
Incoterms	EXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Cotonou
Import taxes	Import duty plus VAT under the ECOWAS Common External Tariff
Import conformity	Imports follow ECOWAS rules.
Export documents	Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test certificates / COA where applicable
Payment	50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.

Packing for shipment to Benin

Powders are packed in 25 kg laminated HDPE or paper bags with PE liners, or in 500–1000 kg jumbo bags, palletised and stretch-wrapped. Hazardous chemicals carry UN-approved packing, labels and DG declarations.

How to order

How to import filter aid into Benin

01Share your requirement. Send product names, specifications or drawings, quantities, destination port and any required standards by form, email or WhatsApp.
02Receive a detailed quotation. We confirm specifications and reply with price (EXW, FOB, CFR or CIF), MOQ, packing, lead time and payment terms.
03Approve samples or drawings. Where needed we send samples, GA drawings or technical data sheets for approval before production.
04Production and sourcing. Your order is manufactured or sourced from qualified partner factories and tracked against the agreed schedule.
05Inspection and testing. Goods are checked for quantity, dimensions, finish and function; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
06Export packing and documents. Goods are packed for sea or air freight and shipped with invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading.

FAQ

Filter Aid in Benin — frequently asked questions

Do you export filter aid to Benin?

Yes. Hurain Engitech & Trade manufactures, supplies and exports filter aid from India to importers, distributors and project buyers in Benin, by sea (FCL or LCL) or by air, with full export documentation.

Which cities in Benin do you deliver filter aid to?

We deliver anywhere in Benin. The cities with the highest demand for filter aid are Porto-Novo, Parakou, Cotonou, Bohicon and Glo-Djigbé, because of their edible oil milling & refining industries.

How long does delivery of filter aid to Benin take?

Indicative sea transit from Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat) to Cotonou is about 25–40 days, plus production and inland time. The confirmed schedule is given in the quotation.

What does filter aid cost in Benin?

Price depends on the size, grade, quantity and packing of the filter aid you need, so we quote per enquiry in USD, which your bank converts to West African CFA franc. Mixed-product containers usually lower the landed cost per item.

What import rules apply to filter aid in Benin?

Import duty plus VAT under the ECOWAS Common External Tariff. Imports follow ECOWAS rules. Confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker; we provide the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and test certificates.

Is there a trade agreement between India and Benin?

There is no India-specific trade agreement with Benin, so standard (MFN) duty applies to filter aid. We supply a non-preferential certificate of origin with every shipment.

Can I combine filter aid with other products in one shipment to Benin?

Yes. Filter Aid can be consolidated with other bleaching earth & filter aid and products from our other divisions in one FCL or LCL container with one set of documents.

What is bleaching earth used for?

Bleaching earth is an activated clay used in edible oil and mineral oil refining to adsorb colour pigments, soaps, gums and trace metals, producing clear, light-coloured, stable oil.

How much bleaching earth is needed per tonne of oil?

Dosage typically ranges from about 0.5% to 3% of oil weight depending on the oil type, its crude colour and the activity of the clay. Our technical team can suggest a starting dosage from your oil data.

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