GARLIC (LAHSUN)
Saurashtra Premium Grade · APEDA & Spice Board Certified · Year-Round Supply
Garlic — Export Quality from India
Garlic FROM INDIA
Indian garlic — particularly from the Saurashtra region of Gujarat — is renowned globally for its bold pungency, high allicin content, and firm, dense cloves. India is the world's second-largest garlic producer, and Saurashtra garlic commands premium pricing in Middle Eastern, European, and Southeast Asian markets for its superior quality and distinctive sharp flavour. Aethon Overseas sources directly from Saurashtra farms for fresh export, and from certified processing units for dried, peeled, and dehydrated garlic products. Also see our Dehydrated Garlic product page for all 5 dehydrated garlic formats.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bulb size | Grade A (55mm+), Grade B (45–55mm), Grade C (35–45mm) | Sieve grading |
| Clove count | 8–16 cloves per bulb (Saurashtra variety) | Manual count grading |
| Allicin content | Minimum 0.5% (fresh) | HPLC method |
| Moisture (fresh) | 63–68% | Gravimetric method |
| Moisture (dried whole) | Maximum 13% | Gravimetric method |
| Shelf life (fresh, cool) | 60–90 days at 0–4°C | Cold storage with ventilation |
| Shelf life (dried whole) | 6–12 months | Dry ventilated storage |
| Pesticide residue | Below EU MRL limits | Multi-residue LCMS testing |
| Country of Origin | India | APEDA certificate |
AVAILABLE FORMS & VARIANTS
Fresh Whole Garlic (bulbs)
Grade A and B, mesh bags or cartons, strong pungency
Dried Whole Garlic (bulbs)
Air-dried, moisture ≤13%, excellent shelf life, popular for Middle East
Peeled Garlic Cloves (fresh)
Machine-peeled, vacuum-packed, ready to use for food manufacturers
Dehydrated Garlic (5 formats)
Flakes, chopped, granules, minced, powder — see Dehydrated Products page
USES & APPLICATIONS
Food Manufacturing & Processing
- base ingredient for garlic paste, garlic oil, sauces, marinades, seasonings, processed foods
- garlic pickle manufacturing, garlic chutney, garlic-infused oil production
HoReCa
- restaurant and catering bulk garlic supply — Middle East, Europe, Southeast Asia, UK Indian restaurants
Retail
- fresh garlic packs for supermarkets and ethnic grocery stores in UK, UAE, USA, Canada, Australia
Pharmaceutical
- allicin extraction for cardiovascular health supplements and antimicrobial preparations
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
Packaging Options
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|---|---|
| Mesh bags (fresh/dried) | 5kg, 10kg, 20kg, 25kg | 1 MT |
| Jute bags (dried) | 25kg, 50kg | 1 MT |
| Corrugated cartons (fresh Grade A) | 5kg, 10kg | 500kg |
| Vacuum pouches (peeled cloves) | 500g, 1kg, 5kg | 200kg |
| Logistics | Air freight: 3–7 days | Sea freight (FCL): 15–35 days | Port: Mundra / Kandla / JNPT |
Shipping Information
- Air Freight: 3–7 days worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35 days
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra / JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
QUALITY ASSURANCE & DOCUMENTATION
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
APEDA Registration
Mandatory agri export certification
FSSAI License
Indian food safety compliance
Fumigation Certificate
ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
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