| Parameter |
Specification |
| Appearance |
Whole or ground (depending on the spice) |
| Color |
Varies by spice (e.g., brown, yellow, red, green, white, black) |
| Odor |
Characteristic, depending on the spice (e.g., pungent, sweet, earthy, or floral) |
| Taste |
Varies by spice (e.g., pungent, bitter, sweet, hot, tangy) |
| Moisture Content |
Maximum 8-12% (depending on the spice) |
| Particle Size |
Whole or ground to a fine powder, depending on the spice |
| Purity |
100% pure spice with no added fillers |
| Foreign Matter |
Nil (Maximum allowable 0.5%) |
| Ash Content |
Typically, up to 5% depending on the spice |
| Essential Oil Content |
Varies by spice (e.g., 1-4% for cumin, 5-10% for coriander) |
| Storage Conditions |
Store in a cool, dry, dark place, away from direct sunlight and humidity |
