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APEDA Certified • Nashik Belt Origin

Fresh Indian Export Onions &
Calibrated Size Sourcing

Procured straight from India’s primary onion growing belt in Nashik (Maharashtra) and Gujarat. We supply field-cured Nashik Dark Red, Light Red, Pink, and White processing onions with calibrated size grading (25mm to 60mm+) for global supermarket chains, central kitchens, wholesale distributors, and food processors.

Size Calibrations

25mm – 60mm+

Bulb Curing

100% Skin Cured

Transit Tolerance

Long-Life Storage

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Key Varieties

Nashik Dark Red • Light Red • White Onion • Pink Onion

100% Phytosanitary Cleared

Sprout & Decay-Free Loading Guarantee

Export Varieties Breakdown

Fresh Onion Categories & Industrial B2B Applications

International destination markets require distinct bulb sizes, pungency levels, and skin firmness. We sort and grade five commercial categories for global trade corridors.

STRONG PUNGENCY • GULF WORKHORSE Type 01

Nashik Dark Red Onion

India’s most celebrated export variety. Known for intense natural aroma, thick protective outer scales, tight necks, and outstanding transit storage tolerance.

Common Calibers: 45mm – 55mm / 55mm – 65mm+

Pungency Level: High Pungent

Target Markets: Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait), Wholesale terminal markets, Supermarkets.

SOUTH ASIAN PREFERENCE Type 02

Light Red Onion

Features a lighter skin tone with moderate pungency and crisp flesh. Highly demanded in Southeast Asian and neighboring Asian countries.

Common Calibers: 25mm – 35mm / 35mm – 45mm

Pungency Level: Medium-High

Target Markets: Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, HoReCa central kitchens.

HIGH-SOLIDS PROCESSING Type 03

White Onion (Gujarat / Mahuva)

High total soluble solids (TSS) white bulbs specifically cultivated for commercial dehydration, onion paste factories, and institutional food processing.

Common Calibers: 40mm – 60mm+

TSS Soluble Solids: 14° – 18° Brix

Target Markets: Dehydration plants, sauce processors, global canning factories, fresh salad suppliers.

CRUNCHY • PICKLING GRADE Type 04

Pink / Rose Onion

Compact spherical bulbs with distinctive reddish-pink coloration and high firmness. Outstanding for pickling and whole onion preservation.

Common Calibers: 20mm – 35mm (Small Sizing)

Texture: Extra Crisp & Crunchy

Target Markets: Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia), Pickling brands, Specialty retail.

EUROPEAN-STYLE MILD Type 05

Yellow Onion (Mild)

Golden-brown skin with mild to medium pungency and sweet undertones when caramelized. Handled with precision cold-chain management to cater to European culinary standards.

Caliber Range: 50mm – 70mm+ Large

Skin Layers: Multiple Tight Dry Scales

Flavour: Sweet / Mild Pungent

Target Markets: European retail supermarkets, Institutional central kitchens, Continental food service chains.

Export Quality Benchmarks

Fresh Onion Specification Sheet (TDS) & Size Calibrations

Our export packhouses perform mechanical size calibration, visual grading, and field curing verification before container loading.

Quality Parameter Standard Export Specification

Available Sizing Bands 25–35mm | 35–45mm | 45–55mm | 55–65mm+

Bulb Shape & Firmness Globular / Round, Hard, Tight Neck

Field Curing Condition 100% Cured & Dry Outer Skins

Sprouted / Green Bulbs Nil (< 0.5% Tolerance at Packing)

Decay / Rot / Black Mould Zero Tolerance (< 0.5% max)

Size Tolerance Off-Spec < 5.0% by Weight Maximum

Pesticide & Chemical Residues Within APEDA & Destination Country MRLs

Phytosanitary Certification Official Govt. Phytosanitary Certificate Included

Regional Destination Sizing Guide

Middle East (GCC): 45mm – 60mm+ (Medium/Large)
Malaysia & Singapore: 40mm – 55mm / Light Red
Sri Lanka & Bangladesh: 25mm – 40mm (Small/Medium)
European Markets: 55mm – 70mm+ (Mild Yellow/Red)

Curing & Ocean Transit Protection

Proper post-harvest field curing tightens the bulb neck, preventing fungal penetration during ocean voyages. Export containers are loaded with verified moisture-free mesh sacks and active ventilation settings.

Export Packing Formats

Export Packaging Formats & Container Capacities

High-airflow woven Leno mesh bags and ventilated jute sacks ensure continuous circulation, preventing condensation and mold build-up in transit.

Red Leno Mesh Bags

5kg, 10kg, 20kg, 25kg, 50kg Heavy-duty woven red mesh bags with tie-strings.

• The standard export format for Middle East & SE Asia

Traditional Jute Sacks

25kg / 50kg Natural breathable hessian jute sacks for specialized regional corridors.

• Excellent natural moisture-absorbing properties

Consumer Pre-Packs (OEM)

1kg, 2kg, 3kg, 5kg Small branded net mesh bags with custom barcode and country labels.

• Supermarket shelf-ready pre-packs

20ft Ventilated / Dry Container

12.5 - 13.5 Metric Tonnes

40ft High Cube (Reefer / Dry)

28 - 29 Metric Tonnes

Transit Setting

Ventilation + Controlled Temp

Trade Desk Direct Enquiry

Request a Fresh Onion Container Quotation (FOB / CIF)

Select your preferred onion variety, millimeter size band, packaging format, and destination seaport.

Fresh Indian Export Onions & Calibrated Size Sourcing