Garam Masala

🌶️ Garam Masala – Product Specification (India Origin)

📌 Product Details

• Product Name: Garam Masala

• Type: Mixed Spice Blend (Whole or Powder)

• HS Code: 09109990

• Form: Fine Powder / Whole Masala Mix

• Origin: India (custom blended as per regional preferences)

• Processing Method: Cleaned, roasted (optional), and ground (machine or cold ground)

📌 General Composition (May vary slightly based on buyer's recipe)

• Cumin Seeds

• Coriander Seeds

• Black Pepper

• Cardamom (Green/Black)

• Cinnamon

• Cloves

• Bay Leaves

• Nutmeg

• Mace

• Fennel Seeds

• Star Anise

• Dry Ginger (optional)

• Others as per custom formulation

📌 Physical & Chemical Parameters

• Color: Brown to dark brown

• Aroma: Strong, warm, aromatic blend

• Mesh Size: 40–60 mesh (customizable)

• Moisture Content: Max. 10%

• Purity: 100% natural, no artificial colors or preservatives

• Additives: None

• Total Ash: Max. 7–9%

• Acid Insoluble Ash: Max. 1.5%

• Microbial Load: Within permissible international limits

• Aflatoxin: <5 ppb (B1) / <10 ppb (Total) – meets EU/US norms

• Salmonella / E. Coli: Absent

📌 Types Available

• Standard Garam Masala Powder

• Punjabi Style / South Indian Style

• Whole Garam Masala Mix (uncrushed)

• Private Label Recipe (as per buyer’s specification)

• Cold Ground / Steam-Sterilized / Organic (on request)

📌 Packaging Options

• 25 kg / 50 kg PP Bags (bulk)

• 25 kg Kraft Paper Bags

• Private Label Packs: 100g, 200g, 400g, 500g, 800g, 1kg (Zipper Lock Bags, Pouches, Jar) (as per buyer’s requirement)

📌 Certifications Available (On Request)

• FSSAI / APEDA

• Spices Board of India

• ISO 22000 / HACCP

• BRC / Halal / Kosher

• USDA NOP / NPOP Organic (for organic grade)

📌 Shelf Life & Storage

• Shelf Life: 12–18 months

• Storage Condition: Store in a cool, dry, airtight place away from sunlight

📌 Loading & Shipping

• Container Load Capacity:

  • 20 FT Container: ~12–14 MT

  • 40 FT Container: ~25–26 MT

• Port of Loading: Mundra / Pipavav (Gujarat, India)

• Shipping Terms: FOB, CIF, CFR (as per buyer request)

📌 Applications

• Widely used in Indian cuisine for curries, gravies, snacks, rice dishes, soups, and lentils

• Popular in ready-to-cook meals, seasoning blends, frozen foods, and restaurant use