Who buys fresh onion in Ho Chi Minh City
Buyer sectors in Ho Chi Minh City relevant to fresh onion: Indian restaurants/HORECA.
- Trade hub: Binh Dien wholesale market (District 8, VERIFIED)
- Trade hub: Ben Thanh Market (ASSUMPTION)
- Trade hub: Saigon Hi-Tech Park (ASSUMPTION)
- Trade hub: Tan Thuan EPZ (ASSUMPTION)
- Trade hub: Soai Kinh Lam fabric market (ASSUMPTION)
Buyer-sector notes are our market assessment; wholesale market names are checked where marked in our data.
Fresh Onion for Ho Chi Minh City buyers: typical specification
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Bulb size | 25-40 mm, 40-55 mm, 55 mm+ (typical) |
| Skin | Dry, well-cured, 2-3 outer skins (typical) |
| Defects | No sprouting, rot or black mould; doubles/splits ≤ 2-3% (typical) |
| Transit | Ventilated container or reefer at 0-2 °C for long routes (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the wholesale markets for imported food and goods in Ho Chi Minh City?
Binh Dien wholesale market (District 8, VERIFIED); Ben Thanh Market (ASSUMPTION); Saigon Hi-Tech Park (ASSUMPTION).
Can you deliver fresh onion door-to-door in Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes on DAP terms through partner forwarders, provided the importer of record in Vietnam handles customs clearance.
Can onions be exported from India now?
The 20% export duty was withdrawn from 1 April 2025 and no later restriction was found in our check, but onion policy changes often - we confirm the DGFT/CBIC position before each contract.
Which size grades are available?
Typically 25-40 mm, 40-55 mm and 55 mm+ bulb diameter.
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Fresh Onion for Ho Chi Minh City: request a quote
Quantity, grade and delivery terms are enough to start.