ESPEX is a direct Ecuadorian exporter of high-grade green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) to global wholesale, spice blending, and extraction markets. Sourced from optimal tropical microclimates across Ecuador, our cardamom is recognized for its robust essential oil content, fresh aromatic intensity, and consistent sorting.
We offer full commercial versatility across three distinct commercial quality tiers to match your market demands and budget:
1. FIRST QUALITY (Premium Whole Green Pods):
Jumbo: Top-caliber, extra-large bold green pods (>8mm)
P1: Large bold green pods (~7.5mm - 8mm)
P2: Medium-large bold green pods (~7mm)
P3: Standard bold green pods (~6mm - 7mm)
2. SECOND QUALITY (Commercial Whole Pods):
S Jumbo: Semi-bold / secondary large pods
S21: Medium-sized commercial green pods
S2: Medium commercial grade
S3: Small to medium whole pods
3. THIRD QUALITY (Industrial & Processing Grade):
Mix: Assorted pod sizes for grinding and extraction
Open: Natural split pods rich in exposed aromatic seeds
Yellow: Pale/mature pods suitable for oleoresin and powder
Seeds: Decorticated, pure black/brown cardamom seeds
EXPORT & QUALITY SPECIFICATIONS:
Origin: Ecuador
Moisture Content: Max 10% - 11%
Volatile Oil: 6.0% - 8.5%
Foreign Matter: < 0.5% (First Quality)
Extraneous Matter / Immature Pods: Strictly calibrated per grade
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 500 Kilograms (LCL) / Full Container Load (20ft FCL)
Incoterms: FOB Port of Guayaquil / CIF destination port worldwide
Payment Terms: T/T, Irrevocable L/C at sight
Export Documentation: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Official Phytosanitary Certificate (Agrocalidad), Certificate of Analysis / Fumigation
