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Red & White Onions

India is one of the world's leading producers and exporters of onions, with major growing belts in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. Indian onions are valued globally for their pungency, aroma, long shelf life, and consistent quality. They form a foundational ingredient in cuisines across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, with India's diverse growing regions enabling multi-season supply.

Geodhara International exports premium Indian red and white onions sourced from the leading growing regions of Maharashtra and Karnataka. Available in Red Onion and White Onion varieties, our produce is carefully harvested, cured, graded by size, and packed for export. Each consignment meets phytosanitary and quality requirements of destination countries.

We are equipped to supply trade buyers, wholesalers, supermarket chains, food processors, and distributors in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, the UAE, and Nepal, with reliable, season-appropriate supply, competitive pricing, and complete export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana)

Botanical NameAllium cepa

HS Code0703.10

Available VarietiesNashik red, Bellary red, white onion

Size Grades30 mm - 45 mm, 45 mm - 60 mm, 60 mm - 80 mm, 80 mm and above

ColourDeep red to purple red (red onion); white (white onion)

CuringField cured then shade cured before grading

QualityFirm, single centred, free from rot, sprouting and pest damage

Packaging5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg and 25 kg mesh or jute bags

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Storage TemperatureAmbient and ventilated in transit; 0 - 2 degrees C at 65% - 70% relative humidity for long storage

Shelf Life3 - 6 months properly cured and stored

CertificationPhytosanitary, APEDA

GMO StatusNon-GM

Harvest PeriodArrivals Mar - May, Oct - Dec and Jan - Mar

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 25 MT

Quantity:Approx. 27 MT

Uses

Uses of Red & White Onions

Fresh onions for retail, wholesale and food service across Indian, Middle Eastern, European, Asian and African cuisines.
Dehydrated onion flakes, onion powder and fried onions for food manufacturers.
Chutneys, pickles, sauces and relishes.

Known As

EnglishOnion

Hindiप्याज (Pyaz)

Bengaliপেঁয়াজ (Peyaj)

Sinhalaලූනු (Lunu)

MalayBawang Besar

Arabicبصل / بصل أحمر (Basal / Basal Ahmar)

Nepaliप्याज (Pyaj)

IndonesianBawang Bombay

FAQs

What onion varieties do you export?

We export Red Onion and White Onion. Red onion is the most widely traded variety from India and is available in the largest volumes.

What sizes are available?

We supply Small (40–60 mm), Medium (60–80 mm), and Large (80+ mm) grades. Size selection depends on buyer specification and destination market preference.

How are onions packed for export?

Onions are packed in 10 kg, 20 kg, or 25 kg mesh or jute bags. They are loaded in ventilated containers to prevent moisture buildup and premature sprouting.

What certifications and documentation do you provide?

We provide phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, fumigation certificates (where required), and full shipping documentation for every consignment.

Are onions available year-round?

India has two main onion crop seasons (Rabi: Nov – Feb harvest; Kharif: Jun – Aug harvest), enabling broad availability throughout the year. Pricing and variety availability can vary by season.