Premium Indian Cardamom for Global Markets
High-quality elaichi sourced directly from the Western Ghats of Kerala and Karnataka. Known as the "Queen of Spices" for its exquisite aroma and flavor.
About Cardamom
Discover the spice that has been prized for centuries for its unique aroma and medicinal properties
The Queen of Spices
Cardamom, often called the "Queen of Spices," is one of the world's most expensive spices by weight, surpassed only by saffron and vanilla. Native to the evergreen rainforests of Southern India, particularly the Western Ghats, chotti elaichi has been cultivated for both culinary and medicinal purposes for thousands of years.
Our chotti elaichi is grown in the ideal conditions of Kerala and Karnataka's high ranges, where the cool climate, altitude (600-1500m), and well-distributed rainfall create perfect growing conditions. The plants thrive under the shade of tall forest trees, which helps develop their complex flavor profile.
What sets our aromatic apart is the traditional harvesting and processing methods. The pods are hand-picked just before they ripen to ensure maximum aroma and oil content. After harvesting, they undergo careful drying in specially designed curing chambers to maintain their vibrant green color and essential oil content (minimum 4%). The result is premium quality cardamom with 8mm+ pod size and uniform color that commands premium prices in international markets.
Why Choose Our Cardamom?
Premium quality, competitive pricing, and reliable supply chain
Exceptional Quality
Our scinted spice pods are hand-sorted to ensure uniform size (8mm+), vibrant green color, and high essential oil content (≥4%). We maintain strict standards with ≤5% split pods and ≤2% light-colored pods.
Organic Cultivation
Grown using traditional organic methods in the shade of natural forests without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. Many of our plantations are certified organic by USDA, EU, and India Organic standards.
Global Standards
Compliant with international food safety standards including ISO, HACCP, and destination country requirements. Our processing units meet EU/US FDA regulations for export markets.
Our Quality Process
From plantation to packaging - our meticulous process ensures premium quality
Cultivation
Grown in shade of natural forests in Kerala & Karnataka
Harvesting
Hand-picked at optimal maturity for maximum aroma
Curing
Carefully dried in controlled conditions to retain color
Grading
Sorted by size, color and manually inspected
Packaging
Vacuum-packed for freshness in export-ready packaging
Technical Specifications
Detailed parameters of our premium Green Cardamom
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Variety | Elettaria cardamomum (Malabar/fragrant spice) |
| Pod Size | 6mm+ (Medium Grade), 8mm+ (Extra Bold) |
| Color | Vibrant green (≥95% green pods) |
| Essential Oil Content | ≥4% (Extra Bold ≥4.5%) |
| Moisture Content | ≤12% (ideal for long-term storage) |
| Defective Pods | ≤5% (including splits, bleached, immature) |
| Foreign Matter | ≤1% (including stalks, calyxes, dust) |
| Aroma | Strong, fresh, sweetly aromatic |
| Flavor | Warm, slightly pungent with citrus notes |
| Shelf Life | 24-36 months (in proper storage conditions) |
| Packaging Options | 5kg, 10kg, 25kg (vacuum-packed in plastic/aluminum pouches) |
| HS Code | 09083010 (Cardamoms, neither crushed nor ground) |
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