Indian onion prices surge 80% from lows
Wholesale onion prices at Lasalgaon APMC jumped from ₹1,500 to ₹2,700 per quintal due to stronger domestic demand and improving exports. Further price gains are expected as export activity gains momentum.
Dehydrated Onion Price Trend Analysis 2026: Historical Prices, Latest News, Supply Demand Analysis, Price Drivers & Market Insights
Written ByNeha Gawande
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Dehydrated Onion Price Trend 2025
In 2025, dehydrated onion prices showed a mixed pattern, with periods of sharp rises and gradual declines throughout the year. Early in the year, prices increased significantly in Bangladesh as farmers and traders held back stocks, hoping to get better returns during the peak harvest season. The government’s suspension of imports further limited market supply, pushing prices upward despite ample domestic production. Similar trends were seen in India, where heavy rains damaged some onion crops, reducing arrivals in major wholesale markets and contributing to short-term price spikes.
However, in other regions, including Nashik in India, prices gradually declined as imports increased and stored onions were released into markets. The higher supply from multiple countries such as Australia, Brazil, Myanmar, and African nations helped balance shortages and prevented extreme price surges. Overall, 2025 saw a combination of weather-related supply disruptions, stock management by farmers, and global imports influencing dehydrated onion prices. Prices were generally volatile in the first half but stabilized later as market supply improved.
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According to Procurement Resource, Dehydrated Onion prices are expected to remain relatively stable in the coming months, with minor fluctuations, as global supply continues to meet market demand.
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In Q4 2024, the price trend for dehydrated onions experienced notable fluctuations, primarily driven by changes in the fresh onion market and government intervention. Early in the quarter, the market faced pressure due to high onion prices, which were attributed to a supply gap from the previous harvest. As fresh onions were in short supply, prices surged, creating a ripple effect that impacted the prices of dehydrated onions as well. The government responded by releasing buffer stock onions at subsidized rates, aiming to ease the supply constraints and stabilize prices in key markets.
As the quarter progressed, the situation began to change with the arrival of the new kharif crop. This led to an increase in the availability of fresh onions, which contributed to a gradual decline in prices across the onion market. With improved supply conditions, the demand for dehydrated onions started to stabilize, and prices began to cool off in line with the fresh onion market’s improvement.
Despite the release of buffer stock and the entry of new crop onions, the fluctuating prices of fresh onions and export duties continued to affect the market dynamics for dehydrated onions, especially in major production regions like Maharashtra. This led to some price volatility, though overall, the market saw more balance toward the end of the quarter.
About Dehydrated Onion
Dehydrated onions are onions from which moisture has been removed through drying methods to extend their shelf life and concentrate flavor. This process involves peeling, washing, and slicing onions, which are then subjected to heat in a drying chamber until most of the water content evaporates. The resulting product is lightweight, shelf-stable, and used as a convenient substitute for fresh onions in various culinary and industrial applications.
Dehydrated Onion Product Detail
HS Code
07122000
Industrial Uses
Food Processing, Snack Manufacturing, Seasoning and Condiments, Fast Food and Quick Service Restaurants, Meat and Poultry, Packaged Food
Supplier Database
Olam International, Jain Farm Fresh Foods Ltd., Daksh Foods Pvt. Ltd., Jiyan Food Ingredients, Natural Dehydrated Vegetables Pvt. Ltd., Real Dehydrates Pvt. Ltd., Harmony House Foods Inc.
Regional Coverage
Asia Pacific
China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand
Europe
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece
North America
United States and Canada
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru
Africa
South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
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Dehydrated Onion Production Process
The production process for dehydrated onions involves peeling and washing the onions, followed by slicing or chopping. The onion pieces are then spread on trays and dried in a hot air chamber at controlled temperatures. This removes moisture, concentrating the onion's flavor. Finally, the dried onions are cooled, screened for quality, and packaged for distribution.
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Neha Gawande
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Delivering procurement intelligence and commodity research across automotive, oil & gas, chemicals, aerospace, and energy, helping sourcing teams decode complex supply chain data to sharpen purchasing strategies and achieve sustainable cost outcomes.
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