Non-GMO Soyabean Meal (Soya DOC)
Elysium Agri exports Indian non-GMO soyabean meal (soya DOC) with 46–48% protein for poultry, aqua and dairy feed. India grows no GM soybeans, which makes Indian soymeal one of the few large sources of non-GMO meal for Europe and for organic and non-GMO-labelled feed.
India crushes soybeans mainly in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan. Indian soymeal usually costs more than Argentine or Brazilian meal, so it sells best where non-GMO status or short shipping distance counts: Europe, Nepal, Bangladesh and the Gulf.
Soyabean Meal Specification
Crude Protein
46–48% (SEA 48/2.5 grade)
Moisture
12% max
Oil
0.5–1.5%
Crude Fibre
6% max
Sand / Silica
2–2.5% max
Urease Activity
0.05–0.3 ΔpH (per contract)
Protein Solubility (KOH)
75–85%
Aflatoxin B1
≤ 20 µg/kg
Container Load
20 ft ≈ 20–22 MT
Soyabean Meal: Full Export Specification
The standard export specification for our soyabean meal, based on the SEA export grade 48/2.5 and Indian producer specifications. Urease and KOH solubility show whether the meal was toasted correctly. Send your own specification with your enquiry.
| General | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Solvent-extracted, toasted soyabean meal (soya DOC) | Hi-pro 48% and standard 46% |
| Raw material | Indian non-GMO soybeans | India permits no GM soybean cultivation |
| Origin | Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan | Crushing hubs: Indore, Latur, Kota |
| Form | Meal (powder) or grits | Specify on order |
| Proximate analysis (as fed) | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Crude protein | 46–48% (SEA grade 48) | Kjeldahl / Dumas |
| Moisture | ≤ 12% | Oven |
| Oil (ether extract) | 0.5–1.5% | Soxhlet |
| Crude fibre | ≤ 5–6% | AOAC 962.09 |
| Urease activity | 0.05–0.3 ΔpH (per contract) | AOCS Ba 9-58; checks toasting |
| Protein solubility (KOH) | 75–85% | 0.2% KOH; low = over-toasted |
| Physical / quality | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Sand / silica | ≤ 2–2.5% | Gravimetric; SEA grade 2.5 |
| Colour | Light tan to light brown | Visual |
| Smell | Fresh toasted; no burnt, rancid or musty smell | Sensory |
| Feed safety | Specification | Limit source / test |
|---|---|---|
| Aflatoxin B1 | EU / UK: ≤ 20 µg/kg (feed materials, 12% moisture) · ≤ 20–50 µg/kg per contract | EU Directive 2002/32/EC (undesirable substances in feed); HPLC or LC-MS/MS |
| GMO | Non-GMO; PCR test and identity-preservation (IP) certificate on request | — |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25 g (when the contract requires it) | ISO 6579; common buyer clause, not an EU legal limit for all feed |
| Live insects | Nil; fumigated before loading where required | Visual; phytosanitary inspection |
| Commercial | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| HS code | 2304 00 30 (meal of soyabean, solvent-extracted) | 2304 00 20 for defatted oil-cake. |
| Packing | 50 kg PP bags · bulk in containers with liner bags · bulk vessels | Buyer's marks and private label on request |
| Container load | 20 ft ≈ 20–22 MT (400–440 bags) · bulk vessels from Kandla | See Soyabean Meal Packing and Container Loading |
| Shelf life | 6–12 months in cool, dry storage | Cool, dry, ventilated storage away from odours |
| Documents | Certificate of Analysis (protein, fat, fibre, moisture, sand / silica, aflatoxin B1) · Phytosanitary Certificate · Certificate of Origin · Fumigation Certificate (where required) · Independent inspection (SGS or buyer's surveyor) on request | — |
Indian Non-GMO Soymeal vs South American Soymeal
Most of the world's soymeal comes from GM soybeans in Argentina, Brazil and the USA. India is one of the few large non-GMO sources.
| Factor | Indian soymeal | South American soymeal | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMO status | Non-GMO | Mostly GM | India wins for non-GMO and organic feed |
| Protein | 46–48% | 46–48% | Similar |
| Price (2026) | Higher | Lower | South American meal wins on price alone |
| Transit to South Asia and the Gulf | Short | Long | India wins for nearby markets |
Indian soymeal exports fell about 66% in April–June 2026 because Indian prices rose above world prices. Check our current quote.
Soyabean Meal Grades
Hi-Pro 48%
SEA 48/2.5 export grade.
Standard 46%
For cattle and aqua feed.
Soyabean Meal Packing and Container Loading
| Pack type | Net weight | Units per 20 ft | Net per 20 ft | Net per 40 ft HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP bag | 50 kg | ≈ 400–440 | ≈ 20–22 MT | ≈ 26 MT |
| PP bag (pellets) | 50 kg | — | Higher than meal (denser) | — |
| Jumbo bag | 1,000 kg | ≈ 18–20 | Volume-limited | — |
Where Soyabean Meal Is Used
Poultry Feed
The main protein in broiler and layer feed.
Aqua Feed
Fish and shrimp feed.
Dairy and Cattle
High-protein supplement.
Pig Feed
Protein for growing pigs.
Non-GMO and Organic Feed
EU non-GMO poultry and dairy chains.
Pet Food
Protein ingredient.
Soyabean Meal Price: What Sets It
Soyabean meal is priced per metric tonne ex-Indore in India and FAS / FOB Kandla for export.
- Soybean crop: SOPA put the 2025 crop at 10.5 Mt, down from 12.6 Mt.
- World prices: Argentine and Brazilian meal set the benchmark.
- Domestic demand: India's poultry sector uses most Indian meal.
- Non-GMO premium: EU buyers pay more for non-GMO meal.
- Freight: Red Sea and West Asia disruption affects European routes.
Prices move with the crop and the market, so we quote on the day. Tell us your grade, quantity and port for a current FOB, CFR or CIF price.
Tested, Certified and Traceable
Urease and KOH solubility are tested so the buyer knows the meal is neither under- nor over-toasted.
- Lot sampling at loading
- Proximate analysis, sand / silica and aflatoxin B1 tests
- Phytosanitary, fumigation and export documents
Documents with every shipment
Get a Soymeal Quote
Share your grade, quantity and destination, and we will send an FOB or CIF price with the spec sheet.
Thank you. Our animal feed desk will send your price and spec sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Indian soyabean meal non-GMO?
Yes. India does not permit GM soybean cultivation, so Indian soyabean meal is non-GMO. We provide a non-GMO declaration and PCR test on request.
What is the protein content of Indian soyabean meal?
Indian soyabean meal is traded at 46–48% protein; SEA's export grade 48/2.5 means 48% protein and at most 2.5% sand / silica.
What is soya DOC?
Soya DOC (de-oiled cake) is the Indian trade name for solvent-extracted soyabean meal, the protein meal left after oil is extracted from soybeans.
What is urease activity in soyabean meal?
Urease activity shows whether the meal was heated enough to destroy anti-nutritional factors. A value of about 0.05–0.3 ΔpH is usually accepted; KOH solubility of 75–85% shows it was not over-heated.
What is the HS code for soyabean meal?
Soyabean meal is exported from India under ITC-HS 2304 00 30, meal of soyabean, solvent-extracted.
Which countries buy Indian soyabean meal?
Bangladesh, Nepal, the UAE and other Gulf countries, Vietnam, and European buyers in Germany and France who need non-GMO meal.
Can organic Indian soybean meal be exported to the USA?
Organic soybean meal from India faces US anti-dumping and countervailing duties (since 2022), so check the current rates before contracting.
Who exports soyabean meal from India?
Elysium Agri Corporation, based in Jamnagar, Gujarat, exports non-GMO soyabean meal at 46–48% protein from Kandla, with lot-wise testing.
