Onion Powder
Also listed as Powdered Onion and Dehydrated Onion.
Spices & Herbs
This is what the ingredient is.
Onion powder is dehydrated ground onion. Labels may say onion powder.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It seasons soups, rubs, dips, and packaged snacks.
Here is what food agencies say.
Sold as a spice under FDA rules.
Here is what research has found.
Pathogen contamination of onion powders and blends has appeared in spice recall history.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Keep sealed and dry.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/16/2026