Beetroot (Chukandar)
Deep red, sweet and earthy beets from Maharashtra and Gujarat
Beetroot (Chukandar) — Export Quality from India
Beetroot (Chukandar) FROM INDIA
Indian Beetroot (Chukandar) is celebrated for its incredibly deep, uniform dark-red color and high natural sugar content (measuring 8-12 Brix). Grown predominantly in Maharashtra and Gujarat, our export beetroots are topped (leaves removed), thoroughly washed, and closely graded to provide a firm, earthy, and highly nutritious root vegetable prized in global salads and health juices.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Grade/Size | Size 50-90mm diameter | Size grading |
| Moisture | 87-90% | Firm texture |
| Colour | Deep dark red internally and externally | High betalain content |
| Shelf Life | 30-45 days | Refrigerated (2-4°C) |
| Pesticide MRL | Compliant | Export quality standard |
AVAILABLE FORMS & VARIANTS
Red Beetroot (Standard)
Deep red/purple flesh, earthy sweet flavor
Baby Beetroot
Small size, extremely tender, premium gourmet
Yellow / Golden Beetroot
Milder flavor, doesn't bleed color (Specialty)
Beetroot Powder
Dehydrated powder (See dehydrated section)
USES & APPLICATIONS
Fresh Retail
- Supermarket displays
- Pre-cooked vacuum packs
- Salad ingredients
Juice & Wellness
- Cold-pressed health juices
- Detox drinks
- Sports/endurance drinks (Nitrates)
HoReCa & Culinary
- Salads and roasting
- Pickling
- Vegan burgers
Processing & Extraction
- Natural food coloring (Betanin)
- Dehydrated flakes/powder
- Pickled sliced beets
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
Packaging Options
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|---|---|
| Mesh Bags / Corrugated Cartons | 10kg, 20kg | 1 MT |
| Cold Chain Req. | Maintained at 2-4°C | Topped and washed |
| Fumigation/Phyto | Yes | Soil-free mandatory for export |
Shipping Information
- Air Freight: 3–7 days worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35 days
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra / JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
QUALITY ASSURANCE & DOCUMENTATION
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
APEDA Registration
Mandatory agri export certification
FSSAI License
Indian food safety compliance
Fumigation Certificate
ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
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