Bottle Gourd from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.
Bottle Gourd, known locally as Doodhi or Lauki, is an exceptionally hydrating and
easily digestible vegetable featuring pale green, smooth skin and tender white
flesh. Heavily consumed across South Asian communities for its cooling
properties, we export perfectly straight, unblemished bottle gourds packed
carefully with protective netting to prevent transit bruising.
Aethon Overseas supplies bottle gourd available as long doodhi, round doodhi, doodhi powder. From trial samples to multi-container annual contracts, every lot is cleaned, graded and quality-checked before shipment — with a Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary certificate and full export documentation included.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|
| Grade/Size | Length 20-40cm | Uniform straight grading |
| Moisture | 93-96% | High hydration content |
| Colour | Light green / pale green | Smooth skin without spots |
| Shelf Life | 5-7 days | Refrigerated (10-15°C) |
| Pesticide MRL | Compliant | Tested before harvest |
Nutritional Information
Typical values per 100 g, edible portion — sourced from USDA FoodData Central and the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN, 2017). Lot-specific values are documented on the NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis shipped with every consignment.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Energy | 14 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Total Fat | 0.02 g |
| Carbohydrate | 3.4 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | — |
Minerals
| Mineral | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 26 mg |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 11 mg |
| Phosphorus (P) | 13 mg |
| Potassium (K) | 150 mg |
| Sodium (Na) | 2 mg |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.1 mg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 10.1 mg |
| Vitamin E (alpha-toco) | — mg |
| Vitamin K | — µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.029 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.022 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.32 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate | 6 µg |
Functional / Quality Markers
| Marker | Typical value / range |
|---|
| Water content | 96% |
| Soluble fibre | Notable |
References: USDA FoodData Central · Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN 2017) · category-specific industry quality benchmarks. Values vary by variety, growing region, season and processing — request a per-lot COA for actual shipment values.
Available Forms & Variants
- Long Doodhi: Standard cylindrical shape, excellent for slicing
- Round Doodhi: Spherical shape, often used for stuffing/sweets
- Doodhi Powder: Dehydrated variant for health supplements
Uses & Applications
- Ethnic supermarkets
- Fresh produce aisles
- Farmers markets
- Lauki juice (weight loss/detox)
- Health elixirs
- Digestive tonics
- Indian curries and koftas
- Traditional sweets (Lauki Halwa)
- Soups
Packaging & Shipping
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|
| Corrugated Cartons | 5kg, 10kg | 500 kg (Air) / 1 MT (Sea) |
| Cold Chain Req. | Maintained at 10-15°C | Wrapped individually in PE bags/netting |
| Fumigation/Phyto | Yes | Careful handling mandatory |
- 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
Indicative Pricing & Lead Time
| Grade / Form | MOQ | Indicative FOB | Lead Time |
|---|
| Trial sample | Small sample | Free + freight at cost | 5–7 days |
| Standard grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Premium grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Bulk container (FCL) | 10–25 MT | Volume discount | 3–4 weeks |
| Annual contract | Multi-container/year | Negotiated pricing | Multi-shipment schedule |
Lab-Tested
