Precision
in every step

Behind every blend lies a process shaped by intention. At Lalah’s, we don’t leave anything to chance— from the way we source each ingredient, to how we clean, test, and craft every batch. Built over four generations and continuously evolving, our process blends tradition with innovation to ensure that what reaches your kitchen is flavour you can count on, time and again.

Procurement Strategy: An Overview

Our ingredient sourcing begins with a clear purpose: to preserve regional flavour integrity and deliver ingredients that meet the evolving needs of modern kitchens. We map our procurement to origin-specific locations known for their excellence in each spice, selecting ingredients not just for availability, but for depth of flavour, aroma, and performance. Whether it’s Guntur for chillies or Rajasthan for coriander, our sourcing is precise, informed, and always aligned with our clients’ requirements.

Long-standing Farmer & Trader Relationships

Being one of the oldest players in the space, our legacy allows us to work with a trusted network of growers and traders who understand our quality expectations. These multi-generational relationships (built on trust, consistency, and fair practice) allow us to maintain tighter control over quality, traceability, and timely delivery. We don’t just source from markets — we source from people who know what we stand for.

Rigorous Inspection & Fumigation at Intake

Every batch that enters our facility undergoes stringent checks. From truck-level inspection to visual, sensory, and physical testing— nothing is left unchecked. Post-evaluation, materials are safely stored in fumigated zones under tightly controlled conditions to prevent contamination or spoilage. This gatekeeping stage ensures that only the best raw materials move forward into the next step of the process.

Pesticide-Free & Clean-Label Ingredient Programs

For clients with specific regulatory needs— such as EU, UK, or clean-label products, we offer ingredients that meet the highest global standards for pesticide residue and additive-free claims. Our long-standing sourcing relationships allow us to cultivate pesticide-free batches that undergo third-party NABL testing (Eurofins, SGS, Eureka etc.) and are fully compliant with stringent certifications.

Adaptable Sourcing for Custom & Export Blends

Need an organic turmeric variant? A smoked chilli? A spice blend that matches a niche regional flavour profile? Our procurement team works closely with our R&D unit to source ingredients that fit even the most nuanced client briefs. This agility in sourcing allows us to develop tailored solutions— from small-batch artisanal blends to high-volume global SKUs.

Compliant with Global Safety Standards

Every raw material meets or exceeds food safety and documentation protocols required by importing countries. We’re fully compliant with Indian Spices Board norms and international standards like FDA (USA), BRCGS, and ISO. From allergen control to batch traceability, we ensure that the spices we source are export-ready, safe, and quality-assured — no matter the destination.

A Glimpse Into the Craft Behind Every Blend

Lalah’s manufacturing process is designed to deliver precision, consistency, and global compliance, combining legacy knowledge with cutting-edge infrastructure. Every step is engineered to preserve flavour integrity while meeting the highest international standards.

Raw Material Intake & Preliminary Screening

Every incoming spice undergoes visual inspection, grading, and sampling upon arrival.
Materials are sorted based on quality parameters, segregated, and stored in fumigated environments.
Special emphasis is placed on foreign body elimination and batch traceability from the outset.

Cleaning & Pre-Processing

Utilizes Buhler cleaning systems for seed separation, dust extraction, and size grading.
Multi-stage cleaning includes de-stoning and gravity separation, ensuring only the purest raw materials enter the processing line.
Designed to minimize microbial load even before roasting or grinding.

Roasting & Heat Treatment (for select SKUs)

For curry powders and select spice mixes, spices undergo controlled roasting using in-house heat treatment systems.
This step enhances aroma, eliminates pathogens, and ensures microbial safety— especially for export markets like the EU, US, UK and Japan.
Followed by precision cooling to retain essential oils and maintain flavour profile.

Precision Grinding

Uses German Alpine mills, renowned for delivering uniform, fine powder textures without overheating or altering spice chemistry.
Maintains volatile oil levels and preserves aroma, key to consistent batch-to-batch performance.

Blending & Formulation

Proprietary formulations are loaded into dedicated blending units to ensure flavour uniformity.
Blends are created in controlled settings to reduce cross-contamination.
Every recipe is backed by in-house R&D and sensory calibration to meet client-specific flavour profiles.

Quality Testing & Batch Validation

In-house and third party NABL lab testing (Eurofins, SGS, Eureka) for:
- - Pesticide residue
- - Microbial contamination
- - Heavy metals
- - Taste consistency (cook and soup tests)
Every batch undergoes validation before moving to packaging.

Automated & Semi-Automated Packing

Packing is done under strict hygiene protocols with facilities tailored for:
- - Bulk export
- - Private label retail packaging
- - Custom packaging (sachets, boxes, jars, pouches, tins etc.)
Facilities include automated sealing, nitrogen flushing, and tamper-evident systems.

Final Inspection & Dispatch

Final checks for weight, seal, and labelling are conducted before dispatch.
Inventory is batch-coded and logged for traceability.
Logistic networks cater to global clients across 38+ countries with export documentation and compliance handled internally.

Delivering Flavour to the World, Seamlessly

At Lalah’s, we operate with a fully equipped, state-of-the-art packaging infrastructure. We ensure every product is packed to preserve freshness, comply with global regulations, and meet every client’s custom specification, whether it’s for retail shelves or industrial kitchens.
Strategically located near major shipping ports like Chennai and Tuticorin on India’s East Coast, we’re perfectly positioned to export to over 38 countries across the globe.

Purpose-Built Packaging Infrastructure

Automated and semi-automated packaging lines designed to handle a wide range of formats: jars, pouches, mono boxes, bulk packs, sachets, tins, tubs, glass bottles etc.
Nitrogen flushing, moisture control, and tamper-proof sealing for extended shelf life and freshness retention.
Custom packaging development for private label clients, including multi-lingual labels, regulatory info, and branding elements.
Cleanroom environment with rigorous hygiene protocols to prevent contamination and preserve aroma integrity.

Global Compliance, Local Relevance

All export packs comply with destination country regulations — including FSSAI, FDA, EU food safety, Halal, Kosher, and more.
Certified processes that meet BRCGS, ISO 22000:2018, and FSSC 22000 standards.
Labelling, batch coding, and documentation tailored to market-specific requirements.
Export-ready SKUs ranging from 10g sachets to 25kg industrial packs, shipped globally.

Export Logistics & Documentation

On-site logistics support team handling documentation, customs clearance, and shipment coordination.
End-to-end traceability systems and export documentation including Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificates, and more.
Active registration with APEDA, FIEO, Spices Board, and FDA for seamless movement across geographies.
Reliable access to Chennai Port and Tuticorin Port, enabling fast and cost-effective international shipping via sea and air

Adhering to Global Standards

At Lalah’s, testing isn’t a checkbox — it’s a cornerstone. Every spice blend we produce undergoes rigorous, multi-stage evaluation to ensure it not only meets global regulatory standards but also lives up to our own exacting expectations of quality, flavour, and safety.

We test every incoming ingredient and every outgoing batch through a mix of in-house protocols and accredited third-party laboratories. Our internal labs run organoleptic testing, cook tests, soup tests, and consistency trials, while our external partners such as SGS, Eurofins, and Eureka (NABL) handle advanced checks for pesticide residue, heavy metals, aflatoxins, and microbial load.

But testing at Lalah’s goes beyond compliance — it’s about trust. We don’t just test to meet the bar; we test to stay ahead of it, often performing additional rounds of checks not mandated by authorities but required by our own standards. That’s what makes us export-ready, batch after batch, across 38+ countries

Sensory Benchmark

Our flavour profiles are also sensory benchmarked, ensuring taste, aroma, texture, and colour remain consistent from formulation to final pack. Whether it’s a heritage blend or a custom creation, our protocol guarantees that what you approve is exactly what reaches your shelf.

Certified at Every Step

Our certifications are commitments we uphold every day. Each one reflects the systems we’ve built, the care we put into compliance, and the trust we’ve earned over decades. From food safety to global trade and dietary standards, these recognitions reflect what our partners already know: when you work with us, you’re in safe, capable hands.