Appearance |
Small, green or black pods with seeds inside |
Color |
Green (green cardamom) or black (black cardamom) |
Odor |
Strong, aromatic, and slightly sweet |
Taste |
Pungent, warm, sweet, and slightly spicy |
Texture |
Pods are firm and slightly leathery |
Moisture Content |
Not more than 10% |
Foreign Matter |
Not more than 1% |
Seed Quality |
Uniform in size, free from broken seeds or foreign particles |
Bulk Density |
0.50 – 0.70 g/cm³ |
Essential Oil Content |
4-8% for green cardamom |
Adulteration |
Free from artificial color, preservatives, and adulterants |
Insect Infestation |
Free from live/dead insects, larvae, or rodent contamination |