Indian Black Cardamom Whole (Large Smoky Pods) – For Export
Indian Black Cardamom Whole (Large Smoky Pods) – For Export
Source directly from the high-altitude Himalayan valleys of Sikkim, India. If you are looking to buy bulk wholesale black cardamom from India, our export-grade Badi Elaichi (Amomum subulatum) delivers bold physical caliber, rich pod integrity, and deep wood-smoked aromatics tailored for industrial food manufacturers, spirit distillers, extraction laboratories, and master spice blenders worldwide.
Sourced from certified organic agricultural zones across the eastern Himalayas (1,000–2,000 m ASL), our crops benefit from mineral-dense mountain soil and clear glacial runoff. The harvested berries are sorted and dehydrated via controlled bhatti curing, locking in their trademark camphoraceous notes while maintaining low moisture parameters to ensure cross-ocean stability.
Export & B2B Logistics At A Glance
0908.31.10 (Large Cardamom, Whole)
Technical & Quality Specifications
| Parameter / Analytical Test | Specification Standard | Testing Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Amomum subulatum Roxb. (Family: Zingiberaceae) | Taxonomic Identification |
| Physical Grade | Special Bold / Extra Bold (Uniform whole capsules) | AGMARK / Spices Board |
| Average Pod Dimensions | Length: 20 mm – 25 mm+ | Girth: 12 mm – 16 mm | Caliper Measurement |
| Volatile Oil Yield | ≥ 2.2% – 3.0% v/w (min 2.0% guaranteed) | Steam Distillation (ASTA 16.0) |
| Major Chemical Constituents | 1,8-Cineole (65% – 75% of oil fraction), Terpinyl acetate | GC-MS Profile |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 10.0% – 12.0% max | Dean & Stark (ASTA 2.0) |
| Extraneous Matter / Debris | < 1.0% m/m maximum (Destoned & aspirator-cleaned) | Gravimetric (ISO 927) |
| Shriveled, Empty & Immature Pods | < 2.0% m/m | Manual Count & Weigh |
| Total Ash Content | ≤ 8.0% m/m max | ISO 928 |
| Acid-Insoluble Ash | ≤ 2.0% m/m max | ISO 930 |
| Visual Pod Color & Pericarp | Deep reddish-brown to dark charcoal, deeply furrowed ribs | Visual Examination |
| Organoleptic Profile | Intensely aromatic, clean wood-smoke, pungent, cool camphor finish | Sensory Evaluation |
Global Export Compliance & Documentation
All shipments are processed under strict HACCP protocols and include comprehensive export paperwork for customs entry into the US (FDA), European Union (EFSA), UK, Canada (CFIA), and Australia:
- Mandatory Documents Included: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (COO), and Official Phytosanitary Certificate from the National Plant Protection Organization (NPPO).
- Third-Party Pre-Shipment Laboratory Testing: To keep base wholesale rates direct and competitive, customized analytical panels (Multi-Residue Pesticide Screen, Aflatoxin B1/Total assays, PAH limits, Salmonella/E. coli counts) conducted by accredited facilities (Eurofins, SGS, or Spices Board of India) can be coordinated upon request, with testing fees billed at cost.
- Contract Processing: Mechanical sizing, manual de-tailing, and high-barrier vacuum packaging available for private label programs.
Request Volume Quote (RVQ)
Direct-from-source commercial pricing for container loads, consolidated LCL, and air cargo. Fill out your procurement parameters below or contact our export desk directly.
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Fast Turnaround: Formal commercial proforma invoices and laboratory COA datasheets provided within 12–24 business hours.
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