Turmeric Powder (High Curcumin)

Product Overview

Turmeric powder (Curcuma longa) from India is one of the world’s most traded spices, valued for colour, flavour, and bioactive curcumin content. Our high-curcumin turmeric is sourced from the Erode–Salem belt in Tamil Nadu, a Geographical Indication (GI) region recognised for superior quality. Processed in modern, HACCP-compliant units, it meets the requirements of food manufacturers, nutraceutical brands, and wholesale buyers in the USA, EU, Middle East, and Asia.

Product Specifications

• Grade / Variety: Alleppey Finger Turmeric (AFT), Madras Finger Turmeric (MFT); powder 60–80 mesh
• Curcumin content: 2% and above (as per requirement, lab-tested, certificate provided)
• Moisture: Max 10%
• Colour value: 180–200 ASTA
• Packaging options: 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg retail; 10 kg, 25 kg multi-layer bags (food-grade)
• Shelf life: 24 months from production (unopened, dry storage)
• Storage: Cool, dry place; away from direct sunlight; 15–25 °C recommended
• MOQ: 5 MT
• HS Code: 0910.30 (turmeric, ground)

Quality Standards & Certifications

Our turmeric is produced and exported in line with Indian and international norms. Applicable bodies and certifications include:

• Spices Board of India — Registration and quality oversight for spice exports
• APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) — Export registration and promotion for agricultural products
• EIC (Export Inspection Council of India) — Pre-shipment inspection and quality certification where mandated
• FSSAI — Compliance with Indian food safety standards
• FDA / USFDA — Alignment with US food safety requirements for imported spices
• EU regulations — Compliance with maximum residue limits (MRLs) and contaminant limits (e.g. Commission Regulation (EC) 1881/2006)
• HACCP / GMP — Processing in facilities with HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practice systems
• Third-party inspection — SGS or equivalent testing available for curcumin, heavy metals, and pesticides on request

Processing & Treatment for International Compliance

Turmeric is processed and treated to meet phytosanitary and food-safety requirements of major importing countries:

• Fumigation: Wooden/plywood packaging (if used) complies with ISPM 15 (heat treatment or methyl bromide as per importing country rules). Spice itself is not fumigated unless specified.
• Moisture control: Drying to ≤10% moisture to minimise microbial growth and ensure stability in transit.
• Heavy metals: Tested for lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury per EU and USFDA guidelines; certificates provided.
• Pesticide residues: Monitored to meet EU MRLs and US EPA tolerances; testing reports available.
• Microbiological criteria: Salmonella-free; total plate count and other parameters as per buyer or destination norms.
• Irradiation: Not applied unless requested by buyer and permitted in destination country.

Export Packaging & Logistics

• Containers: 20 ft and 40 ft FCL; LCL for smaller orders. Cargo is packed in food-grade, moisture-resistant packaging to avoid contamination and moisture ingress.
• Bulk packaging: 25 kg multi-layer bags (inner liner + outer PP); palletised and shrink-wrapped where required.
• Retail/private label: Custom packing in 100 g–1 kg pouches or bottles; private labelling and OEM supported.
• Ports of dispatch: Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Chennai, Mundra, Kolkata — as per order and destination.
• Incoterms: FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW as agreed; standard documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate if required, analysis certificates) provided.

Why Choose Us as Your Indian Export Partner

• Traceable sourcing: Direct links to Erode–Salem region growers and approved processors for consistent quality and curcumin levels.
• Rigorous quality checks: In-house and third-party testing for curcumin, colour, moisture, heavy metals, and residues before shipment.
• On-time shipment: Clear production and shipping schedules with updates at each stage.
• Export documentation: Full support for invoices, certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates, and analysis reports as required by your country.
• Customs and compliance: Guidance on import regulations and documentation so your clearance is smooth.