Appearance |
Dried, elongated, ridged seeds |
Color |
Brownish-yellow to greyish-brown |
Odor |
Strong, aromatic, and characteristic |
Taste |
Warm, slightly bitter and earthy |
Purity |
98% to 99.5% (as per grade) |
Moisture Content |
Max 10% |
Size |
3 mm to 6 mm (length, depending on variety) |
Foreign Matter |
Max 1% or as per buyer’s requirement |
Total Ash |
Max 9.5% |
Acid Insoluble Ash |
Max 1.5% |
Volatile Oil Content |
Min 1.5% (v/w basis) |
Bulk Density |
0.4 – 0.6 g/cm³ |
Insect Damage |
Max 1% |
Shelf Life |
12 to 18 months under cool, dry conditions |