Food Processing

Mayonnaise Making Unit

This project involves setting up a manufacturing unit for producing mayonnaise, a stable emulsion dressing widely used in food service and retail. The facility uses high-capacity emulsification machinery to blend vegetable oil, water, egg components, and seasonings into a thick, cream-like condiment.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Plant & Machinery3.15
Furniture & Fixtures0.5
Working Capital6.67
Total10.32

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution2.58
Term Loan2.74
Working Capital Loan5
Total10.32

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment2

Manufacturing process

  1. Mix starch and water and cook for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Mix in other required ingredients in proper quantities.
  3. Transfer the pre-mix through an emulsifying machine to create a fine, high-viscosity oil-in-water emulsion.
  4. Perform final packaging of the finished product.
  5. Transport the goods to the market.

Market

The market for mayonnaise and salad dressings in India is growing with a CAGR of over 20%. Institutional sales dominate the market, though retail demand is increasing due to diverse variants like garlic, mint, and tandoori flavors.

From the project report