Product Name: Dehydrated Red Onion Flakes
Forms Offered: Flakes (also available as Powder)
Shelf Life: 12 months
| Variety | Dehydrated Red Onion |
|---|---|
| Forms Available | Flakes (also available as Powder) |
| Raw Material | Fresh Onion |
| Particle Size | 3-5mm |
| Colour | Deep Red / Reddish-Purple |
| Taste & Aroma | Sharp, Pungent Flavor Typical of Red Onion |
| Application | Masalas, pickles, seasonings, restaurants, Instant Gravies, Instant soups, sauce, Ayurveda |
| Shelf Life | 12 months |
| Handling / Storage | The Material Shall be stored on pallets, away from wall, Infestation and rodent-free, Clean, dry, away from direct light, strong odour and dust |
| Packaging | Polybag with inner liner. Powder- 25 kgs; Flakes and other forms 12 or 14 kgs |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 1 Bag |
| Lead Time | Immediate dispatch |
| Certifications | ISO Certified, KCJ Kosher, Halal India, FSSAI Approved, Spices Board India, APEDA Registered, FIEO Member, MSME Certified |
| Country of Origin | India |
| HS code | 0712.20 |
| Incoterms | FOB, CIF, CNF |
What particle size is Dehydrated Veg's red onion flakes available in?
Our red onion flakes is cut to 3-5mm. We can also process to a custom mesh size on request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for red onion flakes?
25 kg for a trial order, and 100 kg and above for bulk and export orders.
What is the shelf life of red onion flakes, and how should it be stored?
Red Onion Flakes carries a 12-month shelf life from date of manufacture. Store in a cool, dry place below 20 degrees C, in a closed warehouse, away from humidity and dust, to retain the full shelf life.
How does dehydrated red onion compare to fresh red onion in substitution ratio and flavour strength?
Dehydrated red onion rehydrates at approximately 1:4, and the hot-air drying process retains the sharp, pungent flavour typical of red onion. We recommend requesting a free sample to test the exact substitution ratio and flavour intensity for your specific formulation.
How fast can you ship red onion flakes samples and bulk orders?
Stock items typically ship the same day. Custom orders (specific mesh size or packaging) usually take 2-3 working days.
Which industries use dehydrated red onion, and what are its common applications?
Red Onion Flakes is used across masala and spice blend manufacturing, instant noodles and soup mixes, snack seasoning, sauces, pickles and chutneys, ready-to-eat (RTE) and HoReCa food preparations, and frozen/canned food production.
Do you provide quality certifications and a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for dehydrated red onion?
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 red onion?
Dehydrated onion is commonly classified under HS Code 0712.20 (dried onions) within Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System - a dedicated onion sub-heading rather than the general dried-vegetable heading. Please confirm the exact sub-heading with your customs broker for your destination country.
Is Dehydrated Veg's red onion flakes safe for direct consumption?
Yes. Our red onion flakes is a food-grade, FSSAI-approved consumable ingredient, 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 Red Onion in India?
Dehydrated Veg (Dehydrated Veg Food Ingredients), based in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has manufactured and exported dehydrated Red Onion and other dehydrated vegetable ingredients since 2010. Our facility holds ISO Certified, KCJ Kosher, Halal India, FSSAI Approved, Spices Board India, APEDA Registered, FIEO Member, MSME Certified, and we ship worldwide direct from our own processing plant.
How is Dehydrated Veg's Red Onion 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: ISO Certified, KCJ Kosher, Halal India, FSSAI Approved, Spices Board India, APEDA Registered, FIEO Member, MSME Certified.
Is Dehydrated Veg's Red Onion vegan, gluten-free and allergen-free?
Yes. Dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion?
Yes, for regular buyers we can set up a recurring supply schedule for Red Onion 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 Red Onion before cooking?
Soak dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion from Dehydrated Veg in bulk?
Our regular buyers of Red Onion 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 Red Onion worldwide, or only within India?
We export dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion suitable for export markets?
Dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion instead of a trading house?
We are the manufacturer, not a trader — buyers deal directly with the facility producing Red Onion, 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 Red Onion for my formulation?
Yes, dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion?
Dehydrated Red Onion is grown, processed and dehydrated entirely in India, at our facility in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
What Incoterms does Dehydrated Veg offer when exporting Red Onion?
We export dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion from?
Export shipments of Red Onion typically move through Chennai, Tuticorin, Nhava Sheva, depending on your destination and preferred Incoterm.
What packaging is used for bulk orders of dehydrated Red Onion?
Standard export packaging for Red Onion is Polybag with inner liner. Powder- 25 kgs; Flakes and other forms 12 or 14 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 Red Onion?
Lead time for dehydrated Red Onion 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 Red Onion does Dehydrated Veg manufacture?
Dehydrated Veg manufactures Red Onion in Flakes (also available as 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 Red Onion?
Dehydrated Red Onion is manufactured under our certification portfolio (ISO Certified, KCJ Kosher, Halal India, FSSAI Approved, Spices Board India, APEDA Registered, FIEO Member, MSME Certified), 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 Red Onion?
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 Red Onion?
Payment terms for export orders of Red Onion 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 Red Onion?
Each batch of Red Onion follows the same sourcing, washing, slicing, dehydration, sieving, grading and metal-detection process under our certification portfolio (ISO Certified, KCJ Kosher, Halal India, FSSAI Approved, Spices Board India, APEDA Registered, FIEO Member, MSME Certified), so repeat bulk orders match the colour, flavour and specification of your original sample.
Description
Published 7 September 2026 · Updated 20 July 2026
Dehydrated Red Onion Flakes
Red onion’s colour comes from anthocyanins, the same class of pigment that gives red cabbage and purple grapes their colour — and like those, it shifts with heat and pH rather than staying fixed. That’s why the finished flake can run anywhere from deep red to reddish-purple within spec: the exact shade depends on the raw bulb’s pigment concentration going in as much as on the drying itself. Buyers grading strictly on colour uniformity should expect and plan for that natural range rather than treating it as a defect.
Why Flakes, Specifically
At 3-5mm, the flake keeps enough of the onion’s cell structure intact that its sharp, pungent character holds up better through storage than a powder milled from the same batch — less cut surface means less of the sulfur compounds that carry red onion’s flavour are exposed to air and lost before the product reaches your line. That’s the main reason pickle, chutney and RTE buyers who want both a visible piece and a flavour punch specify flakes rather than powder.
Processing
Red onion is inspected and graded by colour on arrival — pigment concentration varies by season and source, so incoming batches aren’t identical even before drying starts. After peeling, washing and slicing to 3-5mm, flakes go through controlled hot-air dehydration, then sieving and colour-sorting to group batches into a consistent shade range before packing.
Where This Gets Used
Masala and spice blend manufacturers take flakes where a fleck of red-purple colour needs to survive in the finished blend. Pickle, chutney and sauce manufacturers use it for the same visible-piece reason. Instant noodle and soup mix producers use flakes where the piece needs to rehydrate within the product’s own cook time rather than dissolve instantly the way powder would.
Specs at a Glance
Ships under HS Code 0712.20, out of Chennai, Tuticorin or Nhava Sheva. MOQ is 1 bag for a trial order; flakes pack 12-14kg in polybag with inner liner. Shelf life is 12 months from manufacture, stored below 20°C away from humidity and dust. If your formulation needs a finer format instead, we also supply red onion powder. Free samples (up to 50g, max 5 products per request) ship before you commit to a bulk order.
