Green Cardamom 7mm+

Description

1. Product Overview

Green Cardamom 7mm+ is a premium-grade whole cardamom spice selected for its large pod size, aromatic intensity, and consistent commercial quality. It is primarily used by spice processors, food manufacturers, beverage producers, bakeries, confectionery companies, and institutional food-service buyers. The 7mm+ specification supports premium product positioning, efficient processing, and consistent visual presentation. Its strong demand across global food markets makes it a strategically important ingredient for high-volume spice sourcing and value-added food production.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Product: Green Cardamom 7mm+
• Botanical Source: Elettaria cardamomum
• Material: Whole dried green cardamom pods
• Grade: 7mm+ premium commercial grade
• Purity: Typically 99% minimum, subject to agreed specification and inspection
• Form: Whole pods
• Color: Natural green to pale green
• Pod Size: 7mm and above
• Aroma: Strong, fresh, characteristic cardamom aroma
• Flavor: Warm, sweet, spicy, and highly aromatic
• Foreign Matter: Controlled to buyer-approved specification
• Moisture: Controlled according to agreed commercial specification
• Packaging: 25 kg, 50 kg bags or customized bulk export packaging
• Shelf Life: Typically 18–24 months when stored in cool, dry, hygienic conditions
• Documentation: Certificate of Analysis (CoA), phytosanitary documentation, packing list, and other export documents available subject to contract requirements

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Spice Processing: Used in grinding, blending, seasoning, and premium whole-spice products.
• Food Manufacturing: Applied in bakery products, confectionery, desserts, sauces, and prepared foods.
• Beverage Production: Used in tea, coffee, flavored beverages, and specialty drink formulations.
• Dairy & Nutritional Products: Suitable for flavored dairy products and selected functional food formulations.
• Hospitality & Food Service: Premium whole pods support commercial kitchens, restaurants, and institutional catering.
• Why It Performs: The 7mm+ specification provides larger, visually consistent pods with strong aroma retention, supporting premium formulations and standardized processing compared with lower-size grades.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Selected 7mm+ pods support uniform grading, appearance, and processing performance.
• Supply Reliability: Suitable for structured bulk procurement programs and recurring industrial requirements.
• Logistics Capability: Export-ready packaging and documentation can support containerized international shipments.
• Price Competitiveness: Bulk sourcing provides opportunities for improved landed-cost efficiency compared with fragmented purchasing.
• Sustainability: Efficient bulk procurement and optimized packaging can help reduce unnecessary handling and packaging intensity.
• Technical Documentation: Quality specifications, CoA, phytosanitary certificates, and other required export documentation can be provided according to buyer and destination-market requirements.
• Strategic Sourcing Value: Combines premium pod sizing, dependable bulk supply, standardized specifications, and export readiness for professional spice buyers.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: Approximately 18–20 MT per 20-foot container, depending on packaging configuration and applicable container weight limits