Spice Plus Herbs
Spices, herbs & industrial commodities, specified in detail.
Every product below ships with a Certificate of Analysis and can be tailored to your target grade, pack size, and destination-country requirements. Jump to a category:
Spices & Herbs
Origin: India, unless otherwise noted. All moisture, ash, and microbiological limits are tested against each shipment's Certificate of Analysis.
Chili / Red Chilli Powder
Origin: India (Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh) · Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
| Variety | Colour Value & Heat Level | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Kashmiri Premium Chilli Powder | 230–240 ASTA & 8,000 SHU | Rich colour, mild pungency — gravies, sauces, restaurant use |
| Red Chilli Powder (Medium) | 140–200 ASTA & 15,000+ SHU | Balanced heat & colour — seasoning blends, snacks, pickles |
| Extra Hot Chilli Powder | 120–160 ASTA & 25,000+ SHU | High-intensity heat — hot sauces, spicy snacks, ethnic cuisine |
| Teja / S4 / Byadgi Mix | 120–200 ASTA & 15,000–50,000 SHU | Custom red chilli powder blends |
Full physical, chemical & microbiological standards
| Physical Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Free-flowing orangish-red powder |
| Flavour & Odour | Hot, pungent, typical of high-quality chilli |
| Particle Size | 100% pass through 60 BSS |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO |
| Infestation | 100% pest-free |
| Chemical Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Max 12% |
| Heat Content | 8,000–40,000 SHU (variety-dependent, see table above) |
| Ash | Max 9% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | Max 2.4% |
| Lead Content (Pb) | < 2.5 ppm |
| Arsenic Content | < 1.1 ppm |
| Aflatoxins & Pesticide Residues | Within strict US FDA / EU limits |
| Microbiological Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| E. coli | Absent / 25g |
| Salmonella | Absent / 25g |
| Yeast & Mould | < 100 cfu/g |
| Total Plate Count | < 10⁶ cfu/g |
Grades: Premium (bright red, fine, minimal impurity) · Regular (slightly darker, coarser) · Industrial (coarser grind, bulk production)
Shelf life: Up to 1–2 years, stored cool, dry, away from light and moisture. Minimum order: 1 MT / 1 x 20ft container.
Turmeric Powder
Origin: India (Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka) · Botanical name: Curcuma longa
| Grade | Curcumin Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Regular Grade | 1.5–2% |
| Medium Grade | 2–2.5% |
| Premium Grade | 2.5–3.5% |
| Super Premium Grade | 3.5–4.5% |
| Speciality Grade | 7% and above |
Full physical, chemical & microbiological standards
| Physical Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Free-flowing, vivid yellow to orange powder |
| Aroma & Flavour | Pleasant, earthy, aromatic, mildly bitter |
| Particle Size | 100% pass through 85 BSS |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO |
| Chemical Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| Curcumin content | Per grade table above (1.5% to 7%+) |
| Moisture | 8–12% max |
| Ash | 7–9% max |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | 1.5% max |
| Lead Content (Pb) | < 2.5 ppm |
| Arsenic Content | < 1.1 ppm |
| Additives/Colours | Free of Sudan I–IV, Para Red, Rhodamine B, Butter Yellow |
| Heavy Metals | Within permissible limits (Lead, Mercury, Arsenic, Cadmium) |
| Microbiological Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| E. coli | Absent |
| Salmonella | Absent / 25g |
| Total Plate Count | < 10⁶ cfu/g |
| Yeast & Mould | < 10⁴ cfu/g |
Packing: 10/25/50 kg PP, paper, or HDPE bags. Minimum order: 1 MT.
Whole Peppercorns (Black & White)
Origin: India, with imported lines from Vietnam, Indonesia, Brazil & Sri Lanka · Botanical name: Piper nigrum
Full physical, chemical & nutritional data
| Physical Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Round, wrinkled berries |
| Color | Dark brown to black |
| Purity | ≥ 99% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.5% |
| Admixture | ≤ 1% |
| Chemical Standards | Spec |
|---|---|
| Piperine Content | ≥ 4–6% |
| Volatile Oil Content | ≥ 2% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 4% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Aflatoxin Levels | ≤ 10 ppb (per EU/US norms) |
| Pesticide Residue | Per importing country standards |
Shelf life: 12–18 months under optimal storage. Minimum order: 1 MT.
Onion Powder (White, Pink & Red)
Origin: India · Botanical name: Allium cepa
Meets the Indian food standard for dehydrated onion powder: moisture not more than 5%, total ash ≤5%, acid-insoluble ash ≤0.5%, extraneous matter ≤0.5%.
Full specifications & nutritional data
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Total ash | ≤ 5% on dry basis |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤ 0.5% |
| Extraneous matter | ≤ 0.5% |
| Volatile Oil Content | ≥ 0.25% |
| Peroxidase | Negative |
| Foreign matter / insects / mould | Absent |
| Additives | None (100% pure onion powder) |
| Nutrient (per 100g) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 10g |
| Carbohydrates | 75g |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g |
| Fat | 0.5g |
Load capacity: 40FT container — 15–27 MT. Shelf life: up to 12 months, stored cool and dry.
Moringa Powder (Conventional & Organic)
100% Moringa oleifera leaf powder, shade-dried and milled
| Parameter | Conventional | Organic |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine green powder | Fine green powder |
| Foreign matter | Absent | Absent |
| Added colour / additives | None | None |
| E. coli / Salmonella | Absent / within buyer limit | Absent / within buyer limit |
| GMO | Non-GMO declaration if requested | Non-GMO normally expected |
| Organic certification | Not required | Required for organic claim |
| Traceability | Recommended | Essential |
Industrial
Non-food commodity supply with the same discipline around documentation and consistency.
Activated Carbon
Raw material: coconut shell, coal, or wood — specify at inquiry
Iodine number, mesh/particle size, ash content, and moisture content are confirmed per buyer application at time of quotation.
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