Hello friends, I am Narendra Maheshwari. Today, I will answer a simple but important question: Can you earn a profit margin of 20-35% by exporting to France?
The answer is yes! But only if you choose the right products. France, with a population of around 67 million, has high purchasing power and a strong retail network. Being one of the top importers in the European Union, France is an ideal market for Pakistani products.
Thanks to the EU’s GSP Plus status, many products exported from Pakistan to France enjoy zero or very low duties, making this opportunity even more profitable.
In this guide, you will learn:
Which products are being exported from Pakistan to France.
Where to source these products locally.
The top 5 most profitable products.
Best products to start with low investment.
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Top Products to Export from Pakistan to France
1. Home Textiles
France is one of the largest importers of home textiles in Europe. Pakistani home textiles are in high demand, including:
Bed sheets, bed covers, and duvet covers
Pillowcases
Kitchen towels
Sourcing: Faisalabad (Textile Hub), Lahore (Garment factories), Karachi (Korangi Industrial Area).
2. Ready-Made Garments
France is a fashion-conscious market with high demand for Pakistani garments. Top products include:
T-shirts and hoodies
Denim jackets and pants
Kits and fashion apparel
Strategy: Offer small sample quantities of high-quality products to direct buyers for profit margins of 20-30%.
Sourcing: Faisalabad, Lahore, Karachi.
3. Basmati Rice
Pakistani Basmati rice is highly demanded in French South Asian supermarkets. Only 11-21 Basmati rice is exported due to its premium quality.
4. Leather Products
France has a fashion-focused leather market. Exportable items include:
Leather jackets (cow and sheep leather)
Wallets, belts, gloves
Motorbike leather suits and bags
PVC and woven patches
Sourcing: Sialkot, Lahore, Karachi.
5. Surgical & Dental Instruments
Pakistan is globally known for surgical instruments. Products exported to France include:
Dental pliers
Stainless steel surgical tools
Manicure and beauty tools
Sourcing: Sialkot.
Other Exportable Items
Fruits: Mango, Jamun, Quinoa
Organic sesame seeds
Vermicelli, frozen fruits, plain paratha, pickles, roasted onions
Top 5 Most Profitable Products for Export
Textiles & garments
Basmati rice
Fruits (Mango & Jamun)
Surgical instruments
Patches & badges
Products for Low Investment Start
Garments & textiles – 100-500 pieces
PVC patches & badges – small quantities, investment under 1 lakh PKR
Leather products – 50-100 pieces
Tip: Perishable items like rice or fruits require more experience and infrastructure, so start with safer options.
How to Start Exporting
We have detailed guides on the export process, from sourcing to shipping. Check the links on our channel for step-by-step instructions.
If you want, we can also create a buyer hunting guide for France to help you find direct clients for your products.
By choosing the right products and strategies, you can realistically earn 20-35% profit margin while exporting from Pakistan to France. Start small, focus on quality, and scale gradually.
Allah Hafiz!
