Exploring the Best Indian Red Chilli Varieties: A Guide for Global Importers

Explore the unique heat, color, and flavor of India’s most exported chillies.

India is home to some of the world’s most sought-after red chillies — used in everything from hot sauces and seasoning blends to pickles, masalas, and food manufacturing across the globe.

At Bright Hub Global, we’ve built our sourcing strategy around the varieties that international buyers trust the most. Whether you're an importer, food processor, wholesaler, or spice brand, understanding each variety can help you make the right buying decision.

Here’s a breakdown of the top Indian red chilli varieties that global importers demand — and what makes each one unique.

🌶️ 1. Guntur Sannam (S4 Type / 334)

HSN Code: 09042110

Guntur chillies from Andhra Pradesh are among India’s most famous exports. Known for their balanced heat and vibrant red color, they’re ideal for both powder and whole use.

• Heat (SHU): 35,000–45,000

• Color: Deep red

• Used in: Chilli powder, hot sauces, crushed flakes

• Popular in: USA, UK, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, UAE

👉 Great for food brands who want bold color without extreme spiciness.

🌶️ 2. Teja Chilli (S17 Type)

One of the hottest varieties exported from India, Teja chillies are small, pungent, and perfect for spicy blends.

• Heat (SHU): 80,000–120,000

• Color: Dark red

• Used in: Spicy powders, pastes, and oil extraction

• Popular in: Mexico, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand

👉 Best for buyers looking for fiery heat and strong flavor.

🌶️ 3. Byadgi Chilli (KDL Type)

Byadgi is famous for its mild heat and high color value, making it a favorite in the cosmetics and food coloring industries.

• Heat (SHU): 8,000–15,000

• Color: Bright red with glossy skin

• Used in: Food coloring, tandoori spice mixes

• Popular in: Spain, Malaysia, South Korea

👉 Perfect for buyers prioritizing color over pungency.

🌶️ 4. 341 Chilli (No. 341)

This variety is a popular export-grade chilli with uniform color and moderate pungency.

• Heat (SHU): 20,000–30,000

• Color: Medium red

• Used in: Chilli powder, spice blends

• Popular in: UAE, Sri Lanka, Nepal

👉 A well-rounded option for wholesalers and processors.

🌶️ 5. Kashmiri Chilli (Dried Whole / Powder)

Kashmiri chillies are known more for their vibrant red color and aroma than their heat.

• Heat (SHU): 5,000–10,000

• Color: Bright red

• Used in: Rich curries, marinades, Kashmiri cuisine

• Popular in: UK, Canada, Australia, Middle East

👉 Ideal for buyers who want color + flavor without extreme spice.

🌶️ 6. S10 / S9 Varieties

These are sorted export grades from Andhra Pradesh, often stemless and well-cleaned, ideal for bulk export markets.

• Heat (SHU): 30,000–50,000

• Color: Medium to dark red

• Used in: Powder processing and food manufacturing

• Popular in: Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh

✅ Why Indian Red Chilli Varieties Matter for Buyers

Each chilli variety brings a different value to the table — whether it's color, heat, oil content, or versatality. At Bright Hub Global, we help importers choose the right variety based on:

• Use case: (e.g., sauce vs. powder vs. crushed)

• Market demand: (flavor preferences by region)

• Packaging needs: (bulk or retail-ready)

• Heat/mesh/color customization

💼 Ready to Source Red Chillies from India?

We supply cleaned, graded, and export-ready chillies in:

• 25kg / 50kg / jumbo bags

• Custom packs for private label

• Powdered or whole format

• Stemless or stem-on — your choice

📌 Reach out to discuss samples, packaging, or spec sheets:

🌐 www.brighthubglobal.com

📧 info@brighthubglobal.com

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