

Walk into any supermarket aisle, and you’ll find garlic everywhere — from ready-to-eat soups to seasoning mixes, sauces, and instant noodles. But here’s the twist: it’s rarely fresh garlic. What powers these products is dehydrated garlic granules and garlic powder, sourced in bulk from trusted suppliers across India.
For global food processors, wholesalers, and distributors, the challenge isn’t whether to use dehydrated garlic — that’s a given. The real challenge is choosing a supplier who delivers purity, consistency, and compliance at scale. Because in international trade, one small slip — a moisture imbalance, an unclean batch, or missing export paperwork — can cost a company both money and reputation.
This is why the question that matters most isn’t “Why garlic granules?” but rather “Who should we trust to supply them?”
Let’s break it down — starting with why dehydrated garlic matters so much in the first place.
When garlic is dehydrated, you’re not just drying a bulb — you’re creating a stable, global commodity. Here’s why:
Long shelf-life: Fresh garlic lasts 4–6 weeks in storage, but dehydrated garlic powder and granules last 12–18 months without losing more than 20–30% of their natural potency. For importers, that difference is the line between profit and loss.
Ease of use: A food processor in Chicago doesn’t want to peel, chop, or worry about mold. Sun dried garlic powder and minced garlic dried are ready-to-use, saving labor and reducing waste.
Consistency: Whether it’s a fast-food chain or a spice blend manufacturer, they need every batch to taste the same. Dehydrated formats make that possible.
Global demand: According to FAO data, global garlic production exceeds 30 million metric tons annually, with India contributing over 3 million tons, making it the second-largest producer after China. More importantly, India is emerging as a reliable alternative to China in the export market — especially for buyers who demand compliance and clean-label assurances.
Here’s the countdown of trusted names. Each has its strengths — and a few drawbacks buyers should know.
Part of the Jain Irrigation Group, Jain Farm Fresh is a heavyweight with a processing capacity in the thousands of tons. Their global presence and scale are unmatched. However, their focus on massive buyers sometimes leaves smaller importers struggling for personalized service.
Garlico has long been a recognizable name in dehydrated garlic exports, offering dehydrated garlic cloves, granules, and powder. Their strength lies in volumes, but feedback from some clients points to inconsistencies in flavor intensity when scaling up to very large batches.
VKL is one of India’s biggest seasoning solution providers, exporting to dozens of countries. Garlic is part of their portfolio, but since they aren’t garlic specialists, buyers looking for laser focus on garlic sometimes choose niche suppliers instead.
A Gujarat-based mid-sized exporter with a reputation for reliability. Shreeji excels at small to mid-sized shipments, but bulk order scalability has been a challenge for some larger processors.
With over 30 years in the business, Gujarat Dehyd is one of the oldest names. They have a strong base in both garlic and onion exports. However, their traditional dehydration methods sometimes result in slower turnaround times for markets with strict documentation like the EU.
Oceanic is well-respected globally with certifications like ISO 22000 and BRC. Their garlic products are reliable, but pricing is on the higher side, which can make them less attractive to cost-sensitive importers.
Diversified and experienced, this company exports a wide range of products, including garlic. They are known for customized packaging but are sometimes flagged for longer lead times, especially during peak season.
Kings Foods balances garlic and onion exports effectively. Importers appreciate their client service, but inconsistencies in granule size have been reported in bulk consignments.
This newer entrant focuses on organic garlic exports. They appeal to niche markets in Europe and the U.S. looking for “bio” certification. Their challenge? Volume scalability — they can’t yet match the output of larger exporters.
Finally, at the top sits Citadel Global, a company that quietly but firmly built its presence in 2024 as a trusted dehydrated garlic granules supplier in India. Unlike larger corporations chasing volume or smaller suppliers struggling with compliance, Citadel carved its identity on three principles: purity, consistency, and traceability.
Here’s why buyers place their bets here:
FSSAI-certified units with advanced dehydration technology ensure proper moisture control and hygienic handling.
Clean-label promise — no preservatives, no synthetic enhancers, no compromises.
Export compliance expertise — with documentation that meets the strictest global standards.
Partnership-first approach — from wholesalers to processors, Citadel builds long-term trust rather than chasing one-off shipments.
In short, Citadel Global is where many importers end up after “experimenting” with others on the list — the supplier that becomes the first and last word in garlic sourcing.
Take the story of a mid-sized U.S. seasoning company. They initially sourced from a bulk exporter that offered attractive prices. But problems emerged quickly:
Moisture control issues leading to product clumping.
Inconsistent granule sizing, affecting spice blends.
Shipment delays that nearly cost them a supermarket contract.
When they switched to Citadel Global, the changes were immediate:
Batch rejection rates dropped by over 40%.
Flavor intensity remained stable across product lines.
Customs clearance became faster with better documentation.
The biggest win? Their clients noticed the quality improvement, boosting sales and brand reputation.
India exported over $120 million worth of dehydrated garlic products in 2023, with demand rising in North America and Europe.
The global dehydrated garlic market is projected to grow at 5.2% CAGR through 2030.
Clean-label food trends are forcing exporters to remove preservatives — exactly the niche that Indian suppliers are filling.
Bulk buyers increasingly ask for custom packaging solutions to match logistics needs.
India and China together supply nearly 80% of global garlic demand.
Properly dehydrated garlic retains 70–80% of its natural potency.
Garlic granules are used in snacks, instant foods, sauces, and even pet food.
The U.S. imports thousands of tons annually, making it a leading buyer of Indian garlic granules.
With dehydration, garlic’s shelf life stretches to 12–18 months, cutting waste dramatically
In the end, garlic is more than a spice. It’s a promise — of flavor, of consistency, of trust. And for importers sourcing wholesale garlic granules, dehydrated garlic powder, or sun dried garlic powder, the supplier they choose defines their success.
India has no shortage of exporters. Some excel in scale, some in niche products, and some in certifications. But when the question is who balances purity, compliance, and reliability, the answer, more often than not, is Citadel Global.
Because in the garlic trade, what you really export isn’t just product — it’s confidence.