Shallot Exporter
From Source to Supply
Herbs and Spices by Blue Jay Oriental Foods, Thailand’s Premier Fruit and Vegetable Exporter

Shallot Exporter
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SHEET
Fresh Shallot Wholesale Supplier
Premium Thai Shallot Exporter – Blue Jay Oriental Foods
Product Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Fresh Shallot |
| Alternative Names | Thai Shallot, Asian Shallot, Fresh Shallot Bulb |
| Botanical Name | **Allium cepa Aggregatum Group |
| Product Type | Fresh Asian Bulb Vegetable |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Intended Use | Human Consumption |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place; avoid excess moisture |
| Shelf Life | Several weeks to months under suitable storage conditions, depending on curing, maturity, and storage method |
| Packaging | Export packed in food-grade mesh bags, sacks, or cartons |
| Harvest Method | Carefully harvested and sorted |
| Distribution | Worldwide Export, subject to destination-market requirements |
Product Description
Blue Jay Oriental Foods is a wholesale supplier and exporter of premium-quality Fresh Shallots from Thailand. Thai shallots are valued for their distinctive aroma, mildly sweet flavour, and characteristic pungency, making them an essential ingredient in Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine.
Fresh Shallots are widely used in curry pastes, soups, salads, stir-fries, sauces, marinades, dipping sauces, and traditional seasoning blends. They can be used fresh, sliced, chopped, fried, roasted, or processed for food manufacturing.
Our export-quality shallots are carefully selected and sorted to help ensure consistent quality, suitable maturity, and good condition during storage and international transportation.
Blue Jay Oriental Foods supplies Thai Shallots wholesale to importers, Asian food wholesalers, distributors, supermarkets, food manufacturers, restaurants, and catering suppliers worldwide.
Physical Characteristics
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Colour | Reddish-purple, reddish-brown, or copper-coloured outer skin; flesh generally white to pale purple |
| Shape | Small to medium-sized, rounded or elongated bulbs, depending on variety |
| Texture | Firm, compact, and dry-skinned when properly cured |
| Odour | Characteristic pungent onion-like aroma |
| Taste | Mildly sweet, savoury, and pungent |
| Foreign Matter | Free from visible foreign matter and excessive soil |
| Decay | Free from significant rot, mould, and deterioration |
| Pest Damage | Free from significant insect damage or infestation |
| Sprouting | Free from excessive or significant sprouting |
Quality Standards
The supplied product should be:
- Fresh, mature, and suitable for human consumption
- Carefully selected, graded, and packed for export
- Firm and characteristic of the declared variety
- Free from significant rot, mould, and deterioration
- Free from excessive soil and visible foreign contamination
- Properly cured where required for storage and shipment
- Free from significant pest damage and excessive sprouting
- Sourced from farms and packing facilities in Thailand
- Traceable through farm, batch, and packing records
- Compliant with applicable food safety, phytosanitary, and destination-market requirements
Export Compliance
- Packed in suitable food-grade packaging for international shipment
- Compliant with applicable phytosanitary requirements
- Handled under appropriate Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and HACCP-based food safety controls, where applicable
- Traceable through farm, batch, and packing records
- Subject to applicable pesticide residue limits and import requirements
- Exported in accordance with the regulations of the destination country
Worldwide Export Supply
Blue Jay Oriental Foods supplies Fresh Shallots from Thailand to international markets, serving:
- Fresh produce importers
- Asian food wholesalers
- Retail distribution companies
- Supermarkets and specialist food retailers
- Food manufacturers and processors
- Restaurants and catering businesses
- Foodservice suppliers
Microbiological Status
The product should meet applicable microbiological and hygiene requirements for fresh produce intended for human consumption.
Chemical & Residue Compliance
The product should comply with applicable pesticide residue limits and chemical safety requirements in the destination market. Supplier declarations or laboratory reports should be provided where required.
Allergen Information
| Allergen | Status |
|---|---|
| Shallot | Present — Allium species |
| Major Food Allergens | No other major allergens intentionally added; cross-contact status should be confirmed with the supplier |
Note: Shallots belong to the Allium family and may cause reactions in sensitive individuals.
GMO Status
GMO status should be confirmed through supplier documentation where required.
Packaging Information
| Packaging Type | Net Weight Options |
|---|---|
| Food-Grade Mesh Bag / Sack / Export Carton | Various export sizes available upon request |
Packaging format, net weight, bulb size grading, ventilation, and labelling can be specified according to customer requirements and destination-market regulations.
Traceability
Each shipment should be traceable through:
- Farm or grower source
- Harvest date
- Curing and packing date, where applicable
- Batch or lot coding
- Export and phytosanitary documentation, where applicable
Export & Packing Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exporter | Blue Jay Oriental Foods Thailand |
| Packing Standard | Food-grade packaging under appropriate hygiene controls |
| Export Compliance | Subject to applicable phytosanitary and destination-market requirements |
| Distribution | Worldwide Export, subject to import approval |
