KonoZ Red Onions – Bold Flavor, Premium Quality!
Red Onion 🧅
KonoZ exports premium Egyptian red onions, known for their deep purple color, crisp texture, and strong, slightly sweet flavor. Grown in fertile soil under ideal climate conditions, our red onions are carefully harvested to ensure freshness, long shelf life, and superior quality for global markets.
Egyptian red onions are widely valued for their rich taste, vibrant color, and nutritional benefits. At KonoZ, we specialize in exporting high-quality red onions, cultivated in fertile Egyptian farmlands with optimal sun exposure and natural irrigation, ensuring exceptional flavor, firm texture, and extended freshness.
Red Onion Varieties and Specifications
Red Amposta
- Season: Year-round
- Characteristics: Deep red, globular shape, firm texture
- Dry Matter: 12-14%
- Pungency: Medium to high
Red Creole
- Season: Sep-Feb
- Characteristics: Dark purple-red, flattened globe
- Dry Matter: 13-15%
- Pungency: High
Red Zeppelin
- Season: Oct-Mar
- Characteristics: Large, uniform bulbs, excellent storage
- Dry Matter: 11-13%
- Pungency: Medium
Size Classification
| Grade | Diameter (mm) | Weight (g) | Bulb Firmness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Large (XL) | 80+ | 250+ | Very firm |
| Large (L) | 70-80 | 200-250 | Firm |
| Medium (M) | 60-70 | 150-200 | Firm |
| Small (S) | 50-60 | 100-150 | Moderately firm |
Quality Standards
- Color: Uniform deep red/purple skin coloration
- Dry Matter: 12-15% depending on variety
- Defects: Max 5% with minor defects, 0% with major defects
- Neck Size: Well-cured with narrow neck (max 1cm diameter)
- External Quality: Clean, dry outer skin, no sprouting
- Internal Quality: White, firm flesh with purple rings
- Certifications: GlobalG.A.P., HACCP, ISO 22000
Packing and Shipment Details
| Packing Type | Dimensions | Net Weight | Units per Pallet | Total Net Weight/40ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mesh Bags (10kg) | 50 × 30 × 20 cm | 10kg | 100 bags | 22,000 kg |
| PP Bags (25kg) | 80 × 50 × 30 cm | 25kg | 50 bags | 27,500 kg |
| Cardboard Boxes (15kg) | 50 × 40 × 30 cm | 15kg | 60 boxes | 19,800 kg |
| Big Bags (500kg) | 120 × 120 × 120 cm | 500kg | 20 bags | 22,000 kg |
Note: All onions are properly cured for 2-3 weeks to develop papery skins before packing. Optimal storage conditions are 0-4°C with 65-70% relative humidity. Transport temperature is maintained at 0-5°C for long-distance shipments.
