RegulyzeOnion
Allium cepa · Bulb
Onion (Allium cepa) is a botanical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework, with a permitted limit of Bulb: 10-20 ml juice; Seed: 1-3 g; Leaf: 20-40 g fresh. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | Bulb: 10-20 ml juice; Seed: 1-3 g; Leaf: 20-40 g fresh | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
Permitted dosage by form
| Preparation / form | Permitted daily quantity |
|---|---|
| Bulb | 10-20 ml juice |
| Seed | 1-3 g |
| Leaf | 20-40 g fresh |
Per India's FSSAI Schedule listing for Onion. Quantities are per-day permitted ranges for the stated form — confirm against the current official regulation for your product.
About Onion
Onion is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a botanical (Allium cepa). It is listed in India's FSSAI schedules under the regulatory name Plandu / Pyaj. The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Onion permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Onion (Allium cepa) (listed in the regulation as “Plandu / Pyaj”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Onion?
The permitted level recorded for Onion is Bulb: 10-20 ml juice; Seed: 1-3 g; Leaf: 20-40 g fresh. Limits can vary by product type and market — confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Onion belong to?
Onion is classified under: Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Onion?
Onion corresponds to Allium cepa, with the bulb used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.