| Appearance | Whole dried cardamom pods |
|---|---|
| Color | Light green to green |
| Size | 6 mm to 8 mm |
| Moisture Content | 8% to 10% max |
| Flavor/Aroma | Strong sweet aromatic flavor |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% max |
| Admixture | 1% max |
| Moisture Content | 8% to 10% max |
|---|---|
| Total Ash | 6% max |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | 1% max |
| Volatile Oil Content | 4% to 8% |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | As per food safety standards |
| 8 mm Bold | Large pods with premium quality and strong aroma |
|---|---|
| 7 mm Grade | Medium sized pods with good color and aroma |
| 6 mm Grade | Smaller pods suitable for general use |