HDL Foods India Private Limited, based in Rajkot, Gujarat, is a comprehensive manufacturer, exporter, and private label supplier of a diverse range of food and household products. Under the brand name HDL, the company offers everything from dry fruits and pulses to spices, snacks, cosmetics, beverages, and hygiene essentials—positioning itself as a one-stop FMCG solutions provider for global importers and retailers.
Core Business and Offerings
HDL Foods excels in sourcing, processing, and packaging a broad portfolio of Indian grocery items and household goods. Its multi-category strength enables large-scale consolidation for overseas buyers across varied product segments.
Product Categories:
- Dry Fruits: Cashew Nuts, California Almonds, Pistachios, Walnuts, Kismish, Dried Cranberries, Munaka
- Pulses & Grains: Toor Dal, Chana Dal, Masoor, Moong, Urad, Kabuli Chana, Peas, Roasted Chickpeas
- Blended Spices: Tea Masala, Garam Masala, Cumin, Coriander, Turmeric, Chilli Powder, Ajwain, Black Salt
- Khakhra & Bhakhri: Methi, Garlic, Jeera, Masala variants in Khakhra and Bhakhri formats
- Ready-to-Eat & Processed Foods: Peanut Butter, Pickles, Chikki, Mango Pulp, Flax Seeds, Atta, Juices, Instant Foods
- Other Essentials: Poha, Sabudana, Sooji, Hing, Brooms, Pooja Items, Ayurvedic Products, Cosmetics
Their offerings are tailored for Indian grocery chains, ethnic food distributors, HORECA clients, and private-label brands globally.
Specialization and USP
HDL's unique strengths include:
- Extensive SKU diversity across food and non-food categories
- Private label packaging services for international clients
- Gujarat-based agro processing and packaging infrastructure
- Strong backward integration with farmer groups and cooperatives
- Ready-to-export labeling, barcoding, and documentation compliance
Its ability to fulfill mixed orders in container loads provides a logistical edge for overseas distributors.
Financials and Market Presence
As a private company, HDL Foods has not disclosed specific revenue figures. However, its operational data and global export outreach suggest robust mid-sized FMCG business volumes. It is active in over 20 countries, including USA, Canada, UAE, Australia, UK, Kenya, and South Africa.
Through online and offline retail partnerships, HDL has positioned itself as a trusted brand among Indian diaspora and ethnic food consumers.
Shipments and Export Data
Based on insights from Volza and ImportYeti, HDL Foods has executed more than 270 international shipments in the past three years. Highlights include:
- Top Destinations: UAE, UK, USA, Canada, Mauritius
- Most Exported Products: Dry fruits, pulses, khakhra, jaggery, blended spices
- Average Shipment Value: $4,000 to $18,000 per container
- Frequency: Biweekly full container shipments; small pallet orders consolidated monthly
They offer customized documentation support including FSSAI, FDA, Halal, and organic certifications as needed by buyers.
Target Market
HDL Foods targets a wide spectrum of customers:
- Importers and wholesalers of Indian groceries
- International supermarkets and convenience stores
- Private-label brands in North America and Europe
- FMCG distributors in African and Middle Eastern markets
Its offerings appeal to both traditional Indian product consumers and health-conscious modern buyers.
Capabilities
HDL operates a modern facility in Rajkot with:
- Multi-line cleaning, grading, and packaging equipment
- Dedicated spice grinding and blending units
- Cold storage and ambient warehouses for perishables
- Custom private label development and logistics management
- In-house product testing for quality, shelf life, and safety
They maintain digital inventory control systems and handle order batching with barcoding and labeling tailored to international retail norms.
Certifications and Compliance
HDL Foods ensures full regulatory compliance with national and global standards:
- FSSAI certified manufacturing
- ISO 22000 food safety systems
- Halal certification for eligible SKUs
- USFDA and EU compliance for packaged goods
- APEDA and SPICES Board registration
Batch-level traceability is maintained to guarantee transparency and recall readiness.
Customer Testimonials
“HDL Foods is our go-to supplier for Indian groceries in Toronto. We appreciate their consistency and packaging quality.”
— Nikhil Patel, Grocery Chain Buyer, Canada
“Their private label offering helped us launch our own brand in the UK. Excellent turnaround times and good after-sales service.”
— Sana Hussain, Ethnic Food Importer, UK
Major Achievements
- Exported over 650 metric tons of goods globally in FY 2023–24
- Partnered with 20+ international private label brands
- Recognized by Gujarat Chamber of Commerce for FMCG excellence
- Participation in Gulfood Dubai, IndusFood, and WorldFood Moscow
- Launched own online platform for direct order inquiries and fulfillment
HDL Foods India Private Limited stands as a resilient and resourceful player in India's FMCG export ecosystem, distinguished by its product range, customer-first approach, and supply chain excellence.
