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Red Chilli Powder Exporter & Bulk Supplier from India
VegTradeHub supplies ground red chilli powder, flakes and crushed chilli ground from selected Indian varieties for spice brands, food manufacturers and wholesalers. Colour, pungency and particle size are matched to your specification, with lab results for each lot.
- HS 0904.22
- Private label
- Samples on request
- Terms mutually agreed

Red Chilli Powder — overview
Ground red chilli with controlled colour, pungency and microbial limits.
We grind cleaned whole chillies to an agreed mesh and blend varieties to hit target colour and heat. Steam sterilisation is available for markets that require reduced microbial counts, and consumer packs can be produced for private-label programmes.
| Common names | Red Chilli Powder, Lal Mirch Powder, Ground Red Chilli, Chilli Powder, Cayenne |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Capsicum annuum |
| Category | Spices & Seeds |
| HS code (indicative) | 0904.22 — Fruits of the genus Capsicum, dried, crushed or ground |
| Origin regions | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh |
| Season / supply | Year-round |
| Available forms | Powder, flakes, crushed; bulk or retail packs |
Why buy red chilli powder from VegTradeHub
Target colour and heat
Variety blends to meet ASTA and SHU targets.
Lab-tested
Moisture, microbiology and contaminants reported per lot.
Mesh options
Powder, flakes and crushed to your mesh.
Private-label ready
Retail packs and bulk bags.
Specification
Typical export specification. Final limits are agreed in the contract and confirmed by the lot certificate of analysis.
| Parameter | Grade A (Export) | Grade B (Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Colour (ASTA) | As agreed | As agreed |
| Pungency (SHU) | As agreed | As agreed |
| Moisture | Max 10% | Max 11% |
| Mesh size | 40–60 mesh (customisable) | As agreed |
| Aflatoxin and Sudan dyes | Within destination limits | Within destination limits |
| Microbiology | Per buyer standard; steam sterilisation available | Per buyer standard |
| Packing | 10–25 kg bags; retail packs | As Grade A |
Packaging options
- 25 kg multiwall paper or PP bags with inner liner — Standard bulk packing for powders.
- Retail and private-label packs — Pouches, jars and sachets with your brand.
Storage & shelf life
Store in sealed, light-proof packaging in a cool, dry place.
Ground chilli powder keeps 12 months in sealed, light-proof packaging in cool, dry storage; colour fades with heat and light.
Applications & end uses
Spice brands
Consumer packs for retail and e-commerce.
Food manufacturing
Sauces, snacks, meat and ready-meal seasoning.
Food service
Restaurants and caterers.
Wholesale
Distribution to grocers.
Shipping & documents
Sea freight in 20 ft or 40 ft containers, or air freight for smaller lots.
Standard documents: commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, certificate of analysis, bill of lading or air waybill, plus treatment or health certificates where your authority requires them.
Red Chilli Powder export markets
We supply importers of red chilli powder in:
Frequently asked questions
Can you produce Kashmiri-style low-heat chilli powder?
Low-heat, high-colour varieties can be blended for a Kashmiri-style profile. Please share your target colour and heat values.
Do you offer samples of red chilli powder?
Yes. We can arrange a sample from the lot for your approval before a commercial order. Please send your delivery address and target specification.
What are the payment terms for red chilli powder?
Payment terms are agreed between buyer and seller for each order and recorded in the proforma invoice or sales contract. We aim for terms that suit both sides.
Which documents come with red chilli powder shipments?
Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, certificate of analysis and bill of lading or air waybill, plus any additional certificate your authority requires.
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Get your bulk quotation within 24 hours
Tell us the product, quantity and destination. We reply with availability, specification and pricing, and agree payment terms with you that suit both sides.
- Free samples on request
- Private-label packing
- Full export documents