Turmeric powder and fresh turmeric fingers before a Sangli field at sunrise
Est.1931
Sangli, Maharashtra

Shah Ratanshi
Khimji And Co.

Premium Turmeric & Spice Solutions

9 Decades of Purity, Tradition and Excellence

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Lot 01 — HeritageSangli Market Yard, since 1931
Heritage

Our Heritage of Trust

A Legacy Built on Quality Since 1931

1931

Founded in 1931

Established in Sangli, Maharashtra during India's pre-independence era, our journey began with a vision to bring the finest turmeric to the world.

RK

The "RK" Brand

For over 90 years, the RK brand has been a cornerstone of the Indian spice industry, setting benchmarks for quality and trust in domestic and international markets.

Now

Family Leadership

Today, under the guidance of Hardik Sharad Shah & Pratik Vijay Shah, great grandsons of our founder, we continue to blend traditional values with modern business excellence.

Fourth-generation proprietor at the Sangli warehouse, holding fresh turmeric powder beside stacked jute sacks

The warehouse floor, Vasant Market Yard — where every batch still begins.

0Years of Excellence
0Generations
∞Trust Built
Lot 02 — Backward LinkageQuality · Traceability · Supply
Sourcing

Our Proven Backward Linkage Program

Solving Industry Challenges: Quality • Traceability • Supply

01Direct Procurement

We source directly from farmers and MANDIS across multiple growing regions, eliminating middlemen to ensure year-round availability and fair pricing.

02Sourcing Intelligence

We provide market price forecasting (Teji and Mandi), sowing reports, and harvest insights to help partners make informed procurement decisions.

03Global Footprint

Our sourcing spans India (Maharashtra, Andhra, Karnataka, Tamilnadu, Telangana) and international origins including Myanmar and Ethiopia.

04Customized Programs

We offer specialized buying and selling programs tailored for traders, institutional processors, and bulk purchasers with flexible terms.

Our Edge

05Full Traceability & Organic

We provide fully traceable, IPM-grade & Organic turmeric, meeting strict global food safety standards with complete documentation.

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Lot 03 — Processing30,000 sq. ft. · Sangli, MH
Facility

Technical Authority & Processing Excellence

Precision Processing & Lab Excellence

Interior of the Sangli processing facility with cleaning, polishing and destoning lines
30,000 sq. ft. Facility

State-of-the-art processing designed for supplying high quality turmeric to masala, oleoresin, nutraceutical, snacks & namkeen, and food industries.

The "Golden" Standard

Strict control over Curcumin percentage, color value, and other parameters ensuring batch-wise consistency.

On-Site Laboratory

In-house testing for physical, chemical, and microbiological parameters ensures every shipment meets international standards.

Advanced Systems

Dedicated lines for cleaning, polishing, Destoning, and high-sensitivity metal detection.

Nutrition Preservation

Low-temperature grinding techniques protect natural oils and medicinal properties of the spice.

Processing Capabilities
  • Cleaning & Sorting
  • Polishing & Grading
  • Destoning
  • Powder Grinding
  • Metal Detection
  • Quality Testing
  • Customized Packing
Lot 04 — CertificationISO 22000:2018 · HACCP
Quality

Quality Certifications & Standards

International Food Safety Excellence

ISO

ISO 22000:2018

Food Safety Management Systems — fully certified ensuring comprehensive food safety protocols.

HACCP

HACCP Certified

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points — systematic preventive approach to food safety.

PhysicalTesting
ChemicalTesting
MicrobiologicalTesting

Our Quality Promise — every shipment undergoes rigorous testing to ensure compliance with international food safety standards. Our commitment to quality is unwavering, from farm to final delivery. Batch-wise consistency guaranteed with complete documentation and traceability.

On-site laboratory technician testing turmeric samples for curcumin and quality parameters
Lot 05 — Product LedgerRaw · Polished · Extraction-Grade
Products

Product Portfolio & Grades

Complete Turmeric Solutions for Every Need

Natural whole turmeric — available polish-wise, size-wise and variety-wise, as bits, bulbs or fingers.

Polish Wise

  • Unpolished
  • Single Polish
  • Double Polish

Size Wise

  • FAQ
  • Good Grade
  • Europe
  • Japan
  • Bold
  • Deluxe
  • Medium

Variety Wise

  • Rajapuri
  • Salem
  • Basmat
  • Nizamabad
  • 5% CC
  • Alleppey
  • Cuddappah
  • Desi Cuddappah

Form

  • Bits
  • Bulbs
  • Fingers

Colour Wise

  • Saffron
  • Kesari
  • Orange
  • Golden
  • Yellow
  • Lemon Yellow
Curcumin Wise1% – 6%Curcumin content, tested batch-wise
Particle Size Wise30# – 80#Mesh sizes ground to your specification
Farm Fresh

Sourced direct from growing regions and delivered in bulk to extraction and oleoresin plants.

High Curcumin

Extraction-grade curcumin percentages available on request, batch-tested and documented.

Bulk Supply

Long-term contracts and supply security for large-volume institutional processors.

Mother turmeric — whole mother rhizomes
Mother TurmericFarm Fresh · Bulk Supply
Curcumin-wise also availableSize-wise specification also availableIPM and Organic also available
Lot 06 — PackagingTamper-Proof · Food-Grade
Packaging

Packaging

Tamper-proof, food-grade and packed to your specification. We use materials that preserve aroma, colour and freshness — critical qualities for premium spices.

  • 01
    Tamper-Proof, Food-Grade

    Materials that preserve aroma, colour and freshness.

  • 02
    Private Label & Export-Ready

    Packed under your brand, to export labelling standards.

  • 03
    Customized Packing

    Pack sizes and formats built to your requirement.

  • 04
    Bulk & Retail-Ready

    Raw material for grinding and extraction, or finished powders ready for shelf.

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Packaging line filling and sealing branded turmeric pouches
Lot 07 — ServicesProcurement · Storage · Supply
Services

Services We Offer

Tailored Solutions for Every Business Need

01Customized Procurement

Tailored buying programs built around your volumes and delivery schedules, for traders, institutional processors and bulk purchasers.

02Storage Contracts

Secure warehousing with stock held and released to your requirement, so you carry less risk and less working capital.

03Long-Term Supply Security

Guaranteed availability through contracted, multi-region supply — protection against seasonal shortfall and price spikes.

04Market Intelligence

Price forecasting (Teji and Mandi), sowing reports and harvest insights shared with partners for informed procurement decisions.

Whether you need raw material for grinding & extraction or retail-ready powders, we deliver exactly to your specifications with complete flexibility in quantities and delivery schedules.

Lot 08 — Global ReachIndia + International
Reach

Global Procurement Presence

Extensive Sourcing & Procurement Network

Multi-Region Sourcing

Strategic presence across prime turmeric-growing regions.

India Coverage — 7 states highlighted

Andaman and Nicobar IslandsAndhra PradeshArunachal PradeshAssamBiharChandigarhChhattisgarhDadra and Nagar HaveliDaman and DiuDelhiGoaGujaratHaryanaHimachal PradeshJammu and KashmirJharkhandKarnatakaKeralaLakshadweepMadhya PradeshMaharashtraManipurMeghalayaMizoramNagalandOdishaPuducherryPunjabRajasthanSikkimTamil NaduTelanganaTripuraUttar PradeshUttarakhandWest Bengal
  • Maharashtra
  • Karnataka
  • Andhra Pradesh
  • Telangana
  • Tamil Nadu
  • Assam
  • Meghalaya

Market Position

01
Benchmark Pricing

Market leader reference.

02
Major Buyer & Supplier

Key industry player.

03
Domestic & Export

Global reach.

0Across India + International

International

Sourcing origins beyond India

Myanmar
Vietnam
Ethiopia
Lot 09 — Customer RegisterDiverse Industries, Tailored Solutions
Industries

Customer Segments We Serve

Diverse Industries, Tailored Solutions

Masala & Spice

Masala & Spice Companies

Premium turmeric for spice blenders and masala manufacturers requiring consistent quality and curcumin content and colour.

Bulk SupplyConsistent QualityColour
Food

Pickle & Food Producers

High-quality turmeric for pickle manufacturers and food processing companies demanding vibrant color and purity.

Vibrant ColourFood-Grade
Pharma

Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical

High-curcumin extraction grades for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries with full traceability.

High CurcuminTraceable
Snacks

Snacks & Namkeen

Quality turmeric for snack manufacturers and namkeen producers requiring consistent flavor and color profiles with microbiology passing parameters.

Flavor ConsistencyBulk Orders
Trade

Bulk Purchasers & Traders

Competitive pricing and reliable supply for bulk buyers and spice traders with flexible procurement options.

Competitive PricingFlexible Terms
Institutions

Institutional Processors

Customized programs for large-scale institutional processors with long-term contracts and supply security.

Custom ProgramsLong-Term Contracts
Lot 10 — Operations RegisterReal-Time · Zero Delay
Systems

Our Integrated Management Systems

Real-time dashboards behind every order, sample, shipment and payment — from order intake to final delivery.

Order-to-delivery monitor — live task list with delay flags
Live doer dashboard · sample data
SYS · 01

Order to Delivery Monitoring System

A real-time dashboard that tracks every stage of fulfillment — from order receipt to dispatch and final delivery — ensuring zero delays in your supply chain.

Delivery-to-payment tracker — invoice ageing and payment status
Accounts dashboard · sample data
SYS · 02

Delivery to Payment System

A seamless end-to-end financial tracking system that monitors invoice generation, due dates, and payment status to maintain healthy, transparent business relationships.

Sample tracker — courier dockets and delivery status per sample
Sales dashboard · sample data
SYS · 03

Structured Sample Management System

Our internal tracking dashboard records every sample sent to customers — dispatch timelines, courier tracking numbers, delivery status, and supporting photo proof — so our sales team can proactively manage delays and ensure a smooth customer experience.

Inventory monitor — grade-wise opening, inward, outward and closing stock
Warehouse dashboard · sample data
SYS · 04

Inventory Management System

A real-time inventory monitoring system tracking stock levels, inward and outward movement, and planned vs. actual dispatch — preventing stock-outs, reducing excess holding, and ensuring uninterrupted supply.

Daily production checklist — planned versus actual completion times
Plant checklist · sample data
SYS · 05

Digital Checklist System

A multi-layered digital checklist governs every stage of production and maintenance, replacing manual logs with a real-time "Planned vs. Done" dashboard for tasks like machine hygiene and quality sampling.

Automated alerts — dispatch and delivery messages pushed to buyers
Notification log · sample data
SYS · 06

Automated WhatsApp Notification System

Instant alerts for every milestone, from inward stock movement to final dispatch, each with real-time logistics data — vehicle numbers and driver contacts — alongside full batch traceability.

Lot 11 — The Case For UsYour Competitive Advantage
Why Us

Why Partner With Us?

Your Competitive Advantage in Turmeric Sourcing

01

90+ Years Heritage

Four generations of trust and expertise in the spice industry.

02

Direct Farmer Relations

Consistent supply, fair pricing and quality control at the source.

03

Full Traceability

Complete documentation from farm to delivery — IPM, RFA and UEBT options.

04

30,000 sq. ft. Facility

State-of-the-art processing with advanced technology and systems.

05

ISO & HACCP Certified

Meeting international food-safety standards with rigorous controls.

06

Market Intelligence

Price forecasting, sowing reports and harvest insights for informed decisions.

07

Customized Programs

Tailored procurement solutions for traders and institutional processors.

08

Multi-Region Sourcing

Reducing supply risk through diverse geographic presence.

For you, this means
On-Time Deliveryevery dispatch tracked to its planned date
Specifications Matchedcurcumin, colour and size to your spec
Sourcing Systemdirect, multi-region and fully traceable
Family-driven values combined with professional management for trusted partnerships.
Lot 12 — Our CommitmentCore Values
Values

Our Commitment to Excellence

Core Values That Drive Our Business

Q

Quality Assurance

Every shipment undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our high standards and your expectations. Quality is not negotiable.

S

Sustainable Sourcing

We support farming communities through fair practices and long-term partnerships, ensuring sustainable supply chains that benefit everyone.

I

Innovation & Tradition

We blend modern processing technology with time-honored values, preserving the essence of the traditional spice trade while embracing innovation.

  • Consistent quality with every order
  • Transparent pricing and fair dealings
  • Reliable supply and on-time delivery
  • Dedicated customer support
  • A long-term partnership approach
RK leadership meeting a supplier, inspecting fresh turmeric fingers in hand