Product Name: Dehydrated Lemon Flakes & Powder
Forms Offered: Peel, Peel Powder
Shelf Life: 12 months from the date of manufacturing at recommended storage condition
| Forms Available | Peel, Peel Powder |
|---|---|
| Raw Material | Fresh Lemon Peel |
| Particle Size | Irregular sized peel |
| Colour, Taste & Aroma | Black, Typical & Free from Off Taste & Characteristics & Free from Off Odour |
| Application | Ayurvedic, Herbal oils, Skin/Hair/Personal care products |
| Shelf Life | 12 months from the date of manufacturing at recommended storage condition |
| Storage | Store in a cool & dry place, temperature below 20°C & should be kept in a closed warehouse, protected by humidity & dust |
| Packaging | PP bag with poly liner. Peel- 20 or 25 kgs; Powder- 25 kgs |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 1 Bag |
| Lead Time | Immediate dispatch |
| HS code | 0813.40 |
| Origin | India |
| Incoterms | FOB, CIF, CNF |
What forms and particle sizes of dehydrated lemon does Dehydrated Veg offer?
Dehydrated Veg offers lemon in peel and peel powder forms. We can also process to a custom mesh size on request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for lemon?
25 kg for a trial order. For bulk and export orders the typical minimum is 100 kg.
What is the shelf life of lemon, and how should it be stored?
Dehydrated lemon carries a 12-month shelf life from date of manufacture. Store in a cool, dry place below 20°C, in a closed warehouse, away from humidity and dust.
How does dehydrated lemon compare to fresh lemon in substitution ratio and flavour strength?
Dehydrated lemon rehydrates at approximately 1:4-1:5, and the hot-air drying process retains the natural citrus oils, so it carries a concentrated version of fresh lemon's tang and aroma. We recommend requesting a free sample to test the exact substitution ratio and flavour intensity for your specific formulation.
How fast can you ship lemon samples and bulk orders?
Stock items typically ship the same day. Custom orders (specific particle size or packaging) usually take 2-3 working days.
Which industries use dehydrated lemon, and what are its common applications?
Beverage and seasoning manufacturing, spice blends, instant soup mixes, snack foods, sauces and dressings, marinades, bakery flavouring, and HoReCa kitchens.
Do you provide quality certifications and a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for dehydrated lemon?
Yes, we provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and relevant quality documentation on request with each batch, covering parameters such as moisture, ash content and microbial testing. Share your specific certification requirement (FSSAI, ISO, HACCP, etc.) with our team before or during sampling.
What is the HS code for exporting dehydrated lemon?
Dehydrated lemon is commonly classified under HS Code 0813.40 (other dried fruit) within Chapter 8 - Edible Fruit and Nuts of the Harmonized System, since lemon is a fruit rather than a vegetable. Please confirm the exact sub-heading with your customs broker for your destination country.
Is Dehydrated Veg's lemon safe for direct consumption?
Yes. Our dehydrated lemon are food-grade, FSSAI-approved consumable ingredients, manufactured and packed under hygienic, quality-controlled conditions for direct use in food formulations.
Does Dehydrated Veg send free samples to customers?
Yes, we provide free samples of up to 50g per product, for a maximum of 5 products per request.
Who is a reliable manufacturer and exporter of dehydrated Lemon in India?
Dehydrated Veg (Dehydrated Veg Food Ingredients), based in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has manufactured and exported dehydrated Lemon and other dehydrated vegetable ingredients since 2010. Our facility holds FSSAI, ISO, APEDA, and we ship worldwide direct from our own processing plant.
How is Dehydrated Veg's Lemon different from other Indian suppliers?
Every batch goes through the same controlled process — sourcing, inspection, washing, slicing, dehydration, sieving, grading and metal detection — regardless of order size, so buyers get consistent colour, flavour and particle size across repeat orders, backed by our certification portfolio: FSSAI, ISO, APEDA.
Is Dehydrated Veg's Lemon vegan, gluten-free and allergen-free?
Yes. Dehydrated Lemon is a pure vegetable product with no additives, preservatives, gluten or animal-derived ingredients, making it suitable for vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free formulations. Share your specific allergen declaration format and we'll confirm in writing.
Can Dehydrated Veg accommodate recurring or annual supply contracts for Lemon?
Yes, for regular buyers we can set up a recurring supply schedule for Lemon with agreed pricing and volumes. Discuss your expected annual requirement with our export team to arrange a standing supply agreement.
How do I rehydrate dehydrated Lemon before cooking?
Soak dehydrated Lemon in warm water for 10-20 minutes (exact time depends on the form and cut size) until it returns to a texture close to fresh, then drain and use as you would the fresh vegetable. Powder forms can usually be added directly to liquids without pre-soaking.
Which industries buy dehydrated Lemon from Dehydrated Veg in bulk?
Our regular buyers of Lemon include spice and masala blenders, instant food and soup manufacturers, snack and seasoning producers, sauce and pickle makers, and HoReCa/food service distributors sourcing shelf-stable alternatives to fresh produce.
Does Dehydrated Veg export Lemon worldwide, or only within India?
We export dehydrated Lemon worldwide from India, shipping under FOB, CIF, CNF terms via Chennai, Tuticorin, Nhava Sheva and other Indian ports depending on destination. Domestic bulk supply within India is also available.
What makes Dehydrated Veg's Lemon suitable for export markets?
Dehydrated Lemon is FSSAI, ISO, Halal and Kosher certified with APEDA and Spices Board of India registration, moisture-proof export packaging, and a 12-month shelf life — the documentation and shelf stability international food safety authorities and importers typically require.
Why should a first-time importer choose Dehydrated Veg for Lemon instead of a trading house?
We are the manufacturer, not a trader — buyers deal directly with the facility producing Lemon, which means clearer quality accountability, the ability to request custom specifications, and pricing without a middleman markup. A free sample is available to verify quality before committing to a bulk order.
Can Dehydrated Veg customize the particle size or cut of Lemon for my formulation?
Yes, dehydrated Lemon can be processed to a custom mesh size, cut or particle size on request for bulk orders. Share your target specification (e.g. mesh number, flake size in mm) with our export team when requesting a quote.
What is the country of origin for Dehydrated Veg's Lemon?
Dehydrated Lemon is grown, processed and dehydrated entirely in India, at our facility in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
What Incoterms does Dehydrated Veg offer when exporting Lemon?
We export dehydrated Lemon under FOB, CIF, CNF terms. Confirm your preferred Incoterm and destination port when requesting a quote so we can provide accurate landed-cost pricing.
Which ports does Dehydrated Veg ship dehydrated Lemon from?
Export shipments of Lemon typically move through Chennai, Tuticorin, Nhava Sheva, depending on your destination and preferred Incoterm.
What packaging is used for bulk orders of dehydrated Lemon?
Standard export packaging for Lemon is PP bag with poly liner. Peel- 20 or 25 kgs; Powder- 25 kgs. Custom packaging sizes are available for bulk and export orders — ask our team for details.
What is the typical lead time to ship a bulk order of dehydrated Lemon?
Lead time for dehydrated Lemon is typically Immediate dispatch for stock quantities; custom particle size, packaging or larger export volumes may need additional processing time, which we'll confirm at the time of quotation.
What forms of dehydrated Lemon does Dehydrated Veg manufacture?
Dehydrated Veg manufactures Lemon in Peel, Peel Powder. Let us know your intended application and we can recommend the form and particle size best suited to it.
What quality certifications back Dehydrated Veg's Lemon?
Dehydrated Lemon is manufactured under our certification portfolio (FSSAI, ISO, APEDA), with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) available on request for each batch covering parameters such as moisture and microbial testing.
How do I request a quote or free sample of Dehydrated Veg's Lemon?
Submit your requirement — product form, quantity and destination — through our business enquiry form, the "Order Free Sample" button on this site, or WhatsApp/email our export team directly. We typically respond within one business day with pricing and a sample offer.
What payment terms does Dehydrated Veg offer for export orders of Lemon?
Payment terms for export orders of Lemon are agreed case-by-case based on order size and destination (commonly advance payment or LC for first orders). Discuss your preferred terms with our export team during quotation.
How does Dehydrated Veg maintain consistent quality across bulk batches of Lemon?
Each batch of Lemon follows the same sourcing, washing, slicing, dehydration, sieving, grading and metal-detection process under our certification portfolio (FSSAI, ISO, APEDA), so repeat bulk orders match the colour, flavour and specification of your original sample.
Description
Published 7 September 2026 · Updated 3 October 2026
Dehydrated Lemon Peel & Peel Powder
Dried lemon peel doesn’t stay yellow. As the rind dries, its oil glands oxidise and the colour shifts to a dark, near-black shade — a natural result of the process, not a quality defect, and it doesn’t cost the peel its aromatic oil content. That blackening is why our specification sheet lists colour as black rather than the citrus-yellow buyers sometimes expect on a first order; anyone sourcing lemon peel at scale should expect this shift and grade on aroma and oil retention rather than colour alone.
Peel and Peel Powder
We supply two forms: whole dried peel, in irregular pieces sized by however the rind naturally curls and breaks during drying, and peel powder, milled from the same dried peel. Peel suits applications where the raw material is macerated, infused or extracted on the buyer’s own line — herbal oil infusions and Ayurvedic formulations typically take peel directly. Powder is for anyone blending lemon peel into a finished mix — cosmetic and personal care formulations, herbal powders — where a consistent particle size matters more than the piece itself.
Processing
Fresh lemon peel arrives, is inspected for foreign matter, and is dried under controlled conditions without added heat treatments that would strip the volatile oils that give it aroma. Because the peel is irregular by nature — no two rind pieces dry into quite the same shape — we don’t cut to a fixed particle size for the peel form; powder is milled and sieved afterward for a uniform grade.
Where This Gets Used
Unlike most of our dehydrated vegetable lines, lemon peel is positioned primarily for Ayurvedic formulations, herbal oil extraction, and skin/hair/personal care manufacturing rather than as a food seasoning ingredient — that’s the application set our production is built around. It’s manufactured under the same hygienic, food-grade conditions as our other lines, so it’s suitable for food use as well if your formulation calls for it, but personal care and herbal buyers are the primary market for this product.
Specs at a Glance
Ships under HS Code 0813.40, out of Chennai, Tuticorin or Nhava Sheva. MOQ is 1 bag for a trial order; peel packs in 20 or 25kg PP bags with a poly liner, powder in 25kg. Shelf life is 12 months from manufacture, stored below 20°C away from humidity and direct light. Free samples (up to 50g, max 5 products per request) are available before you commit to a bulk order.
