White or Pink — Which to Specify
Both are processed to identical standards. The choice is driven purely by the colour and flavour intensity your end product needs.
Five Forms — Flakes to Powder
All five come from the same dried onion, cut or milled to the required particle size. Selecting the wrong form causes texture problems or poor dispersion in the final product.
Typical Specifications
Supplied preservative-free as standard. SO₂ treatment for colour retention is available only on specific request.
On specifications: the figures above reflect standard industry specifications for this product. Your actual batch values are confirmed on a NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis issued against your specific lot — provided with every shipment, and with sample orders before you commit to bulk. We do not ask buyers to take a specification on trust.
Why Buyers Switch from Fresh
Roughly 8 to 10kg of fresh onion yields 1kg dehydrated — a far higher concentration ratio than most dehydrated vegetables. The freight economics are compelling, but the labour saving usually decides it.
Documentation — Handled End to End
Onion products are regularly held at EU and US ports over Salmonella or pesticide findings. We prepare the full document set and hand over originals within 24 hours of the Bill of Lading date.
HS Code 0712.20 — distinct from garlic. FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 certified processing available on request.
How Ordering Works
MOQ is discussed at order stage based on form and destination. Lead time 10–18 days. Payment by advance TT, LC at sight, or DP/DA case by case.
Buyer Questions
Should I specify white or pink dehydrated onion?
White onion is milder and creamy-coloured, use it where colour neutrality matters such as white sauces, soups and mayonnaise. Pink or red onion is more pungent with a warm tan tone, better for savoury blends, snack seasoning and chutneys. Both are processed to identical food safety and moisture standards.
What is the difference between onion flakes, granules and powder?
Particle size. Flakes are 5 to 15mm for visible-onion applications, chopped is 5 to 10mm for ready meals, minced is 3 to 5mm for sauces, granules are 0.5 to 1mm for dry blends, and powder is 80 to 100 mesh for food manufacturing where full dispersion is needed.
What moisture content should dehydrated onion have?
Standard industry specification is a maximum of 5 percent. This is what delivers a shelf life of up to 24 months, prevents caking in powder and granules, and keeps microbial counts low. Your actual batch figure is confirmed on the NABL Certificate of Analysis.
What HS code applies to dehydrated onion?
Dehydrated onion in all forms is exported from India under HS Code 0712.20, which specifically covers dried onions. This is distinct from dehydrated garlic, which falls under 0712.90. Declaring the wrong code causes customs delays.
How much fresh onion does one kilogram of dehydrated represent?
Approximately 8 to 10 kilograms of fresh onion produces 1 kilogram of dehydrated onion. This high concentration ratio, combined with ambient storage and a 24-month shelf life, is what makes dehydrated onion substantially more economical to ship than fresh.
Can I get a sample with a COA before bulk?
Yes. Sample orders carry the same NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis standard as bulk shipments, so you can verify moisture, microbiology and pesticide results against your own requirements before committing.
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