Product

Byadgi Chilli Whole (Deep Red ASTA)

Premium export-grade whole Byadgi dry red chillies prized for exceptional deep red colour (high ASTA 100–160), low heat (10,000–25,000 SHU), and distinctive wrinkled pods β€” ideal for oleoresin extraction, curry bases, and food manufacturing.

100-160

ASTA Colour

10k-25k

SHU Low Heat

Kaddi/Dabbi

Export Grades

Byadgi Chilli Whole (Deep Red ASTA)
Jute bags with inner poly liner (25 kg / 50 kg)PP bags (25 kg / 50 kg)Corrugated cartons (10 kg / 15 kg)Compressed bales / Vacuum-sealed bags (on request)Private labelling & custom branding available
Origin

Byadgi & Haveri (Karnataka), India (processed & packed in Gujarat, India)

HS Code

0904.21

Heat Level

10,000 – 25,000 SHU (Low Heat, Mild Pungency)

Moisture

≀ 10% – 12%

Purity

100% pure & natural Byadgi Whole Chillies; Sudan dye free (I–IV), no artificial colour, chemical polish, or foreign matter

Shelf Life

12–18 months from packaging date

Private Label

Available

MOQ

1 MT

Storage

Cool, dry and well-ventilated warehouse away from sunlight (cold storage recommended for optimal color retention)

Botanical Name

Capsicum annuum var. Byadgi

Monthly Supply Capacity

Bulk & container loads (100+ MT/month)

Applications

  • Natural red food colouring & oleoresin extraction
  • Commercial curry powders, sambar masala & spice blends
  • Sauces, marinades, gravies & kimchi seasoning
  • Culinary & foodservice industries worldwide

Available Sizes

Whole Chillies with StemWhole Chillies Stemless (Cut Stem)Crushed Chilli Flakes / Coarse Cut25 kg / 50 kg export bulk bags

Varieties / Grades

Byadgi Kaddi (Slender, Wrinkled, High Colour)Byadgi Dabbi (Broad, Plump, Ultra-High ASTA Colour)Stemless / With-Stem Graded

Appearance & Aroma

Deep wine-red to dark crimson wrinkled whole pods with high natural shine and ASTA colour values (100–160 ASTA depending on grade).

Mildly pungent, fruity, and earthy aroma without overpowering burning heat; imparts brilliant red color and rich aroma.

Tasting Notes

Deep crimson colour with a gentle, fruity warmth and low pungency. The premier Indian chilli for brilliant natural colour without harsh heat.

Quality & Purity Standards

  • 100% pure & natural Byadgi whole chillies
  • Sortex cleaned, destoned & hand-picked grading
  • 100% Sudan dye (I to IV) free β€” NABL certified
  • High natural capsanthin pigment retention

Moisture & Contaminant Control

Moisture content ≀ 10%–12%; strictly tested for Total Aflatoxin (≀ 4 ppb for EU compliance), Ochratoxin A, Salmonella, and pesticide residues meeting EU / US-FDA / GCC standards.

Processing Methods

  • Hygienic sun-drying on concrete yards
  • Multi-stage machine cleaning, destoning & Sortex optical grading
  • Manual stem removal (stemless grade)
  • Hydraulic bale pressing / bulk bag packing

Quality & Export Assurances

  • APEDA Registered
  • Spices Board of India Certified
  • Phytosanitary & Certificate of Origin
  • Third-party inspection supported: SGS / Intertek / NABL