Dry Red Chilli
लाल मिर्च · Lal Mirch
Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) · Warangal (Telangana)
मिर्च पाउडरMirch powder
Chilli Powder (Ground)
India is the world’s largest chilli producer; Guntur supplies heat, Byadgi supplies colour, and blends are milled to a buyer’s ASTA/SHU brief.
- Spices
- Form: powder
- HS 0904.22
- ITC-HS 09042211
Origin
Where it grows.
- Guntur (Andhra Pradesh)
- Byadgi (Karnataka)
- Warangal (Telangana)
Ground chilli is specified on two numbers: ASTA colour value (carotenoid pigments) and pungency in Scoville heat units (capsaicinoids).
The science
Ground chilli is specified on two numbers: ASTA colour value (carotenoid pigments) and pungency in Scoville heat units (capsaicinoids).
Why Indian
India is the world’s largest chilli producer; Guntur supplies heat, Byadgi supplies colour, and blends are milled to a buyer’s ASTA/SHU brief.
What it does for your formulation
Heat and colour in one ingredient for spice blends, sauces, snacks and meat processing.
Profile summarised from published ingredient science; lot-specific data on the COA.
Typical specifications
The numbers we quote against.
| Appearance | Fine powder |
|---|---|
| Color | Bright to deep red |
| ASTA Color | As per requirement |
| Pungency (SHU) | As per requirement |
| Mesh Size | As per requirement |
| Moisture | ≤10% |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months |
| Packaging | Food-grade / customized |
| Storage | Cool & dry place |
Applications
- Spice blends
- Sauces
- Snack seasonings
- Meat processing
Who buys this
- Seasoning & spice blender
- Spice miller, grinder & repacker
- Sauce, soup & ready-meal manufacturer
- Ethnic & Asian food wholesaler
Compliance & documents
For your market.
- A scheduled spice under the Spices Board Act — ships under our Spices Board of India exporter registration (CRES), which appears on the paperwork.
- Ethylene oxide is never used as a treatment on our lots. Batch-level ETO-free declarations are available and are standard for EU shipments of Indian origin.
- Routinely tested for aflatoxin and pesticide residues (MRLs) at US and EU entry — the lab panel is available before shipment.
What to expect · US
- FDA Food Facility Registration and Prior Notice apply to the importer’s entry; we support with documentation.
- FSVP: your importer will ask for supplier verification records — we share specs, process summaries and lab reports.
- Labelling in English with net weight, lot, origin “Product of India”.
- Spice consignments carry Spices Board registration on the paperwork.
- Ethylene-oxide is not permitted as a treatment on our lots; ETO-free declarations available.
- Expect aflatoxin and pesticide residue testing at entry for spices; ask us for the lab panel before shipment.
Documents usually asked
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate (where applicable)
- Certificate of analysis
Incoterm we usually quote for US: FOB. FOB and CIF both available.
What to expect · EU
- EU MRL panel (pesticides) and heavy metals per Regulation (EC) 396/2005 and 2023/915 — ask for the lab panel before shipment.
- Indian spices and some dried vegetables are under increased official controls at EU borders; documentation must be complete and consistent.
- Labelling per Regulation (EU) 1169/2011; allergen statements available per product.
- Spice consignments carry Spices Board registration on the paperwork.
- Ethylene-oxide history for Indian origin means buyers ask for batch-level ETO-free certificates; available on request.
- Aflatoxin and pesticide MRL testing is routine at EU entry for this product.
Documents usually asked
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Health/phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of analysis
- ETO-free declaration (spices)
Incoterm we usually quote for EU: FOB. FOB and CIF both available.
What to expect · GCC
- GSO labelling: Arabic labelling requirements apply at retail; bulk industrial packs carry English labels with lot and origin.
- Importer registration on the destination food-import portal (e.g. UAE, SFDA) is handled by your side; we supply matching documents.
- Shelf-life declaration and production date on every pack.
- Spice consignments carry Spices Board registration on the paperwork.
- Aflatoxin testing on spices is commonly requested; lab panel available.
Documents usually asked
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin (attested where required)
- Certificate of analysis
- Health certificate
Incoterm we usually quote for GCC: CIF. FOB and CIF both available.
What to expect · SE Asia
- Import permits and product registration vary by country; your importer applies, we supply matching specs and certificates.
- Phytosanitary certificates are commonly required for whole spices and grains.
- Labelling in the destination language where required for retail; bulk packs in English.
- Spice consignments carry Spices Board registration on the paperwork.
- Aflatoxin and pesticide testing may be requested at entry; lab panel available.
Documents usually asked
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of analysis
Incoterm we usually quote for SE Asia: CIF. FOB and CIF both available.
HS classification is indicative; confirm with your customs broker for the destination tariff line.
Packaging & shelf life
How it ships.
- HDPE export bag (outer food grade)
- BOPP / brown kraft paper bag
- Multi-layer laminated bulk box
- 25 kg food-grade fibre drum
- Small pack sizes supported on request
Shelf life: 12–18 months in cool, dry, hygienic storage. FCL and LCL.
Seasonality
When to book.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Harvest
- New crop — best booking
- From stock
- Lean
Milled from the new crop from February; colour is best on fresh-season material.
Indicative windows from public Indian crop data. Ask us for the current season.
Get chilli powder moving.
Add it to a sample kit, download the spec sheet, or ask for today's price. Samples available — ask us.
