Processed Foods & Pickles
All Varieties
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HS 2001.90
Indian Pickles (Achar) — Mango, Lime & Mixed
Punjab, UP, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan
India's most widely exported processed food. Raw mango pickle (aam ka achar) in mustard oil is the global favourite — exported in 400g to 5kg glass and PET jars. Punjabi-style (chunky, mustard oil) and Andhra-style (spicy, sesame oil) are the two dominant regional variants. Lime pickle, mixed vegetable, and green chilli pickle also in strong demand. Key markets: UK, USA, Canada, UAE, Australia diaspora.
HS 2103.90
02
Chutneys — Mango, Mint, Tamarind & Coconut
Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, UP
Sweet mango chutney (Major Grey style) is a mainstream UK supermarket staple — exported by Indian manufacturers for decades. Mint-coriander (green chutney), tamarind (imli), and coconut chutney target the South Indian diaspora and mainstream ethnic food buyers. Aseptic pouch and glass jar formats. Private label manufacturing widely available.
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HS 1905.90
Papad (Papadum) — Urad, Moong & Rice
Kutch (Gujarat), Rajasthan, Karnataka
India dominates global papad export. Urad dal papad is the classic — thin, crisp, and naturally flavoured with cumin, black pepper, or chilli. Moong and rice papads target gluten-free markets. Kutch (Gujarat) is a major papad production cluster. Exported raw (to fry/roast at home) and ready-roasted. Key markets: UK, USA, Canada, Middle East, Australia.
HS 2106.90
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Ready-to-Eat Curries & Dal
Punjab, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu (various processing hubs)
Retort-pouch ready-to-eat Indian meals — dal makhani, palak paneer, chana masala, rajma, and biryanis — with 12–24 month shelf life at ambient temperature. No refrigeration required. Fastest-growing Indian food export segment. Targets UK, USA, and Australian mainstream supermarkets beyond diaspora. Private label and branded formats available.