Merchant exporters are crucial in the global trade ecosystem, bridging the gap between producers and international buyers. Their role ensures high-quality products reach diverse markets efficiently. R. Harilal & Co. (Calcutta) a prominent name in the jute industry, exemplifies excellence in this field. With a legacy of quality and transparency, the firm handpicks and nurtures skilled jobbers to maintain high standards. R. Harilal & Co. stands out for its open approach, allowing customers to oversee production through each stage and is among the top 10 merchant export companies of 2024. They use government-authorized inspectors for random quality checks, ensuring compliance with international standards. By providing continuous updates and facilitating adjustments with detailed progress reports, R. Harilal & Co. guarantees that products meet exact specifications, thereby preventing costly rework and ensuring customer satisfaction.
From Order to Export
The firm begins its production process by understanding the customer's specific requirements, whether for Hessian cloth, bags, or other products. Once the deal is finalized, the fabric is manufactured according to the client's specifications, with weight and quality checks at multiple stages. The fabric packed into different cuts and bales for export, or customized into specified roll lengths, such as 8 or 10 meters, and shrink-wrapped as required.
Every step, from yarn procurement to final product conversion, is meticulously managed to meet customer expectations.
The firm develops attractive alternatives to traditional items to meet market demands. The R&D efforts include advanced packaging solutions with barcoding, retail inserts, and flexo and digital printing, allowing us to ship ready-to-sell goods directly to retail stores, saving customers time and labor costs. “We experiment with materials, blending jute with cotton, nylon, and synthetic yarns, and creating unique products like decorative webbings, rugs, shopping bags, table runners, and upholstery. Our R&D team sends out samples globally, striving to create market-leading products. Unlike traditional units, we invest in experimental machinery and infrastructure changes to produce samples, viewing these efforts as long-term investments”, says Rishit Shah, Partner.
By integrating stringent quality checks and embracing innovative practices, R. Harilal & Co. ensures that each product reinforces commitment to delivering excellence in the global trade landscape
A Legacy of Integrity
R. Harilal & Co. a family-owned business established in the year 1947 with three-generation legacy, prides itself on its transparent and honest approach. The firm was founded by Late Shri Harilal Shah. Sanjay Shah who shaped the goodwill of the company establishing a firm foothold in the Domestic market succeeded him. Joined by his sons Rishit and Jineet Shah, the company has strengthened its presence in import and export markets, achieving new heights with a focus on sustainable growth. By using advanced planning software, they ensure timely contract fulfillment without over-commitment.
“We at R. Harilal & Co. welcome inspections from any agency, including SGS, Intertek , TUV, etc. ensuring complete transparency. Unlike many large manufacturers, we are open to inspections to verify our capacity and operations. We adhere to the highest standards in jute product manufacturing, offering goods for inspection before shipment”, adds Jineet Shah, Partner. The firm is committed to quality, pursuing ISO certification and registration with industry bodies like the Jute Product Development and Export Promotion Council and the Gunny Traders Association. It imports high-quality raw materials from Bangladesh and maintains strong supplier relationships. As a one-star export house, the firm adheres to jute standards and buyer-specific requirements, ensuring excellence through government-authorized inspections before shipment.
