Dehydrated Garlic Flakes (Garlic Slices)
Elysium Agri exports dehydrated garlic flakes (dried garlic slices) made from Indian garlic, sliced 1.5–2 mm and dried to below 6% moisture. We supply Grade A (whole, white, root-free) and commercial grades, tested for volatile sulphur compounds, microbiology and pesticides.
Indian garlic is known for its strong pungency.
Garlic Flakes Specification
Thickness
1.5–2 mm slices
Grades
Grade A (without root) · commercial
Moisture
6% max
Colour
White to light cream
Total Ash / AIA
≤ 5% / ≤ 0.5%
Volatile Sulphur Compounds
≥ 0.3% (pungency)
Plate Count
≤ 10⁵ cfu/g; low-micro on request
Salmonella
Absent in 25 g
Packing
20 kg lined cartons
Garlic Flakes: Full Export Specification
The standard export specification for our garlic flakes, benchmarked to IS 5452:2008, FSSAI and Codex CXS 347-2019. Send your own specification with your enquiry.
| General | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Dehydrated garlic (Allium sativum L.), flakes (slices) | Sukha lahsun |
| Size / cut | Slices 1.5–2 mm thick; with or without root | Sieve analysis |
| Processing | Cloves split, peeled, washed and sanitised, sliced 1.5–2 mm, belt-dried to 4–6% moisture, milled and sortexed | — |
| Colour / flavour | White to light cream; strong, typical garlic flavour, no burnt or off-odour | Sensory |
| Physical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial grade | May include root and some broken / off-colour pieces | Visual |
| Extraneous matter | ≤ 0.5% | — |
| Metal | Nil (magnets + metal detector) | — |
| Chemical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 6% (Codex max 8%) | Oven method |
| Total ash | ≤ 5% (dry basis) | FSSAI 5.0%; IS 5452 5.5%; Codex 6.0% |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤ 0.5% | IS 5452; FSSAI; Codex |
| Volatile organic sulphur compounds | ≥ 0.3% (dry basis) | Codex CXS 347; FSSAI |
| Cold-water-soluble extract | 70–90% (dry basis) | Codex CXS 347 |
| Hot-water-insoluble solids | ≤ 20% | Buyer limit |
| Peroxidase | Negative | FSSAI |
| Food safety | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Total plate count | ≤ 10⁵ cfu/g standard | ISO 4833-1 |
| Yeast and mould | ≤ 10³ cfu/g | ISO 21527 |
| Coliforms | ≤ 100 cfu/g | ISO 4832 |
| E. coli | < 10 cfu/g | ISO 16649-2 |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25 g | ISO 6579-1 |
| Pesticide residues | Within EU / US / destination MRLs | LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS multi-residue screen |
| Ethylene oxide | Not used; not detected | GC-MS/MS on request |
| Commercial | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Packing | 20 kg poly bag in carton · foil liners on request | Buyer's marks and private label on request |
| Container load | 20 ft: about 9–11 MT | See Garlic Flakes Packing and Container Loading |
| Shelf life | 24 months in cool, dry storage | Cool, dry, ventilated storage away from odours |
| Documents | Certificate of Analysis (moisture, ash, micro, pesticides) · Phytosanitary Certificate (where required) · Certificate of Origin · FSSAI / health certificate (where required) | — |
Garlic Flake Grades Explained
Garlic flakes are graded by colour, wholeness and whether the root end is removed.
| Grade | What it means | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A (without root) | White, whole slices; root ends removed; few broken pieces | Retail, premium food makers |
| Commercial / Grade B | Some root, broken and off-colour pieces allowed | Milling into granules and powder, industrial use |
Garlic Flake Options
Grade A Without Root
White, whole slices.
Commercial
For milling and processing.
Other cuts: Garlic Chopped →Garlic Granules →Garlic Powder →
Garlic Flakes Packing and Container Loading
| Pack type | Net weight | Units per 20 ft | Net per 20 ft | Net per 40 ft HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poly bag in carton | 20 kg | ≈ 450–550 | ≈ 9–11 MT | ≈ 18–20 MT |
| Poly bag in carton | 12.5 kg | ≈ 720–880 | ≈ 9–11 MT | ≈ 18–20 MT |
Where Garlic Flakes Are Used
Seasoning Makers
Milled into granules and powder.
Soups and Sauces
Rehydrated in cooking.
Fried Garlic Toppings
Fried into crispy garlic.
Ready Meals
Pasta sauces, stir-fries.
Pickles and Chutneys
Garlic pieces.
Food Service
Kitchen-ready garlic.
Garlic Flakes Price: What Sets It
Dehydrated garlic is priced per kilo or per metric tonne FOB. China supplies most of the world's dehydrated garlic, so Chinese prices and Indian fresh-garlic prices both matter.
- Fresh garlic price: Mandsaur and Neemuch prices swing sharply by grade and season.
- Cut and grade: Grade A root-free flakes cost more than commercial grade.
- China: China supplies over half the world's dehydrated garlic and sets the benchmark.
- Micro grade: steam-sterilised low-micro lots cost more.
- Energy and freight: drying costs and container rates.
Prices move with the crop and the market, so we quote on the day. Tell us your grade, quantity and port for a current FOB, CFR or CIF price.
Tested, Certified and Traceable
Low-micro lots are steam-sterilised; we never use ethylene oxide.
- Indian garlic bulbs split, peeled and sliced
- Milling, sieving, sortex and magnets / metal detection
- Lot tests: moisture, ash, micro, pesticides
- Packing in lined cartons or bags and export documents
Documents with every shipment
Get a Garlic Flakes Quote
Share your cut, grade, quantity and destination, and we will send an FOB or CIF price with the spec sheet.
Thank you. Our dehydrated vegetables desk will send your price and spec sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are dehydrated garlic flakes?
Dehydrated garlic flakes are peeled garlic cloves sliced about 1.5–2 mm thick and dried to below 6% moisture. They are used whole in cooking or milled into garlic granules and powder.
What is the specification of garlic flakes for export?
Typically 1.5–2 mm slices, moisture ≤ 6%, total ash ≤ 5%, acid-insoluble ash ≤ 0.5%, volatile organic sulphur compounds ≥ 0.3%, plate count ≤ 10⁵ cfu/g and Salmonella absent in 25 g, in line with IS 5452, FSSAI and Codex CXS 347.
What does "without root" mean for garlic flakes?
It means the root ends of the cloves are removed before or after slicing, giving cleaner, whiter flakes. Flakes with root cost less and are usually milled.
What is the HS code for dehydrated garlic?
Indian exporters use HS 0712 90 20 for dehydrated garlic; the official description refers to garlic powder, and some flakes are filed under 0712 90 90. Confirm with your customs broker.
Does Indian dehydrated garlic face EU border checks?
No. Dried garlic is not listed for increased checks under Regulation (EU) 2019/1793. It must still meet EU pesticide and contaminant limits.
Who exports garlic flakes from India?
Elysium Agri Corporation, based in Jamnagar, Gujarat, exports dehydrated garlic flakes from Indian garlic in Grade A and commercial grades, tested for pungency, micro and pesticides.
