Dehydrated White Onion Granules and Minced
Elysium Agri exports dehydrated white onion granules in 0.2–0.5 mm and 0.5–1 mm grades, and minced onion in 1–3 mm, milled from Mahuva onion. Granules flow freely and disperse evenly, which is why seasoning blenders and snack makers use them.
Every lot is sieved to the stated range, tested for moisture, ash and microbiology, and passed through magnets and a metal detector.
White Onion Granules Specification
Sizes
0.2–0.5 mm · 0.5–1 mm · minced 1–3 mm
Mesh
About 16–40 and 40–80 mesh
Moisture
6% max (5% typical)
Colour
Creamy white
Total Ash / AIA
≤ 5% / ≤ 0.5%
Hot-Water-Insoluble Solids
≤ 20%
Plate Count
≤ 10⁵ cfu/g; low-micro on request
Salmonella
Absent in 25 g
Packing
20–25 kg lined cartons
White Onion Granules: Full Export Specification
The standard export specification for our onion granules and minced onion, benchmarked to IS 4452:2009 and FSSAI. Send your own specification with your enquiry.
| General | Specification | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Dehydrated white onion (Allium cepa L.), granules and minced | Sukha pyaj |
| Size / cut | Granules 0.2–0.5 mm and 0.5–1 mm; minced 1–3 mm | Sieve analysis |
| Processing | Peeled, washed in chlorinated water, sliced, belt-dried, milled, sortexed, metal-detected | — |
| Colour / flavour | White to creamy white; typical pungent onion flavour, no burnt or off-odour | Sensory |
| Physical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Extraneous matter | ≤ 0.5% | IS 4452 |
| Flow | Free-flowing, no lumps | Visual |
| Metal | Nil (magnets + metal detector) | — |
| Chemical | Specification | Test method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 6% (5% typical) | Oven method; IS 4452 max 6% |
| Total ash | ≤ 5% | IS 4452; FSSAI |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤ 0.5% | IS 4452; FSSAI |
| Hot-water-insoluble solids | ≤ 20% | Buyer limit |
| Peroxidase | Negative | FSSAI |
| Sulphite / additives | None added | — |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HS code | 0712 20 00 (dried onions, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder) | Same code for flakes, chopped, minced, granules and powder |
| Packing | 20–25 kg poly-lined cartons · foil liners on request | Buyer's marks and private label on request |
| Container load | 20 ft: about 12–13 MT | See White Onion Granules Packing and Container Loading |
| Shelf life | 18–24 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) | — |
Onion Granules and Minced: Sizes and Uses
Granules sit between minced onion and powder.
| Grade | Size (mm) | Approx. US mesh | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minced | 1–3 mm | 8–16 | Dry rubs, dressings, meat products |
| Coarse granules | 0.5–1 mm | 16–40 | Seasoning blends, sprinkles |
| Fine granules | 0.2–0.5 mm | 40–80 | Snack coatings, spice mixes |
| Powder | < 0.18 mm | 80–100 | See White Onion Powder |
Onion Granule Options
Minced 1–3 mm
Visible bits.
Granules 0.5–1 mm
Standard seasoning grade.
Granules 0.2–0.5 mm
Fine, for coatings.
Other cuts: White Onion Chopped →White Onion Powder →
White Onion Granules Packing and Container Loading
| Pack type | Net weight | Units per 20 ft | Net per 20 ft | Net per 40 ft HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carton with liner | 20 kg | ≈ 600–650 | ≈ 12–13 MT | ≈ 22–24 MT |
| Carton with liner | 25 kg | ≈ 480–520 | ≈ 12–13 MT | ≈ 22–24 MT |
Where White Onion Granules Are Used
Seasoning Blends
Even distribution.
Snack Coatings
Chips, nuts and crackers.
Spice Rubs
BBQ and meat rubs.
Dressings and Dips
Dry mixes.
Retail Shakers
Onion granules for retail.
Meat Processing
Sausages and patties.
Onion Granules Price: What Sets It
Dehydrated onion is priced per kilo or per metric tonne FOB. India is the world's largest exporter, and Mahuva prices lead the Indian market.
- Fresh onion crop: the Gujarat white-onion harvest (about Feb–May) and its price set the cost; 8–9 kg of fresh onion make 1 kg dry.
- Cut and grade: fine, tightly sieved granules cost more.
- Micro grade: steam-sterilised low-micro lots cost more.
- Competition: Egypt, China and the USA also export; India averaged about US$ 1.96/kg in 2024.
- Freight: light cargo means fewer tonnes per container.
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.
- White onion from Gujarat farms; peeling, slicing
- 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 Onion Granules 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 onion granules?
Onion granules are dehydrated onion milled into small, free-flowing particles of about 0.2–1 mm, between minced onion and onion powder. They blend evenly and don't cake as easily as powder.
What is the difference between onion granules and onion powder?
Granules are coarser (0.2–1 mm) and flow freely; powder is fine (80–100 mesh) and dissolves into sauces. Granules give a little texture; powder gives none.
What is minced onion?
Minced onion is dehydrated onion cut to about 1–3 mm, larger than granules and smaller than chopped.
What is the specification of onion granules for export?
Typically 0.2–0.5 or 0.5–1 mm, moisture ≤ 6%, total ash ≤ 5%, acid-insoluble ash ≤ 0.5%, plate count ≤ 10⁵ cfu/g and Salmonella absent in 25 g.
Is dehydrated onion from India tested for Salmonella?
Yes. Every lot is tested for Salmonella, E. coli, coliforms, plate count and yeast and mould. Buyers who need low microbial counts can order steam-sterilised onion.
Does Indian dehydrated onion face EU border checks?
No. Dried onion from India is not listed for increased checks under Regulation (EU) 2019/1793. It must still meet EU limits for pesticides and contaminants.
Who exports onion granules from India?
Elysium Agri Corporation, based in Jamnagar, Gujarat, exports white onion granules and minced onion from Mahuva, tested for micro and pesticides.
