Black Pepper

Black Pepper (Garbled and Ungarbled) Specifications:

Product Name: Black Pepper (Whole)
Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
Family: Piperaceae
Garbled vs. Ungarbled:
Garbled Pepper: Handpicked and cleaned to remove stems, dust, and foreign matter. High purity.
Ungarbled Pepper: Mechanically harvested with minimal cleaning. Contains more foreign matter and impurities compared to garbled.

Physical Characteristics:
Appearance: Small, spherical, wrinkled black or dark brown berries
Size: 3-6 mm in diameter
Aroma: Strong, pungent, and earthy
Flavor: Hot, sharp, and mildly fruity
Chemical Characteristics:
Parameter Garbled Ungarbled
Purity 99% min 95% min
Foreign Matter 0.5% max 2% max
Moisture 12.5% max 12.5% max
Light Berries 2% max 5% max
Pinheads 0.5% max 2% max
Bulk Density 550-600 g/l 500-550 g/l
Black Seeds 98% min 95% min
Extraneous Matter 0.5% max 2% max
Ash Content 6.5% max 6.5% max
Volatile Oil Content 2% min 2% min

Packaging:
Available Packaging: 25kg, 50kg PP or jute bags as per customer requirement
Shelf Life: 12-18 months when stored in a cool, dry place

Usage:
Essential spice used in culinary applications worldwide, in whole, cracked, or ground form.
Black pepper is a vital ingredient in spice blends, marinades, soups, and sauces.
Known for its medicinal benefits, aiding digestion, and used in traditional remedies.

Origin:
India