Spices & Herbs

Here's an introduction to some of the most prominent ones:

Exporting spices from Indonesia requires adherence to specific quality standards and specifications to ensure they meet the requirements of international markets. Here are typical specifications for some commonly exported Indonesian spices:

1. Cloves:

   • Moisture Content: Below 10%

   • Foreign Matter: Below 1%

   • Oil Content: Above 15%

   • Size: Grade A (10-15 mm), Grade B (8-10 mm), Grade C (5-8 mm)

   • Packaging: Typically packed in jute bags or vacuum-sealed packaging.

   • Usage: Cloves are used in culinary applications, as well as in the production of essential oils, perfumes, and medicines.

2. Nutmeg:

   • Moisture Content: Below 11%

   • Foreign Matter: Below 1%

   • Oil Content: Above 12%

   • Size: Whole nutmegs with intact shells

   • Packaging: Usually packed in vacuum-sealed bags or cartons.

   • Usage: Nutmeg is used in both sweet and savory dishes, as well as in the production of essential oils and spices blends.

3. Cinnamon:

   • Moisture Content: Below 10%

   • Foreign Matter: Below 1%

   • Oil Content: Above 2%

   • Size: Grade A (Whole sticks), Grade B (Broken pieces)

   • Packaging: Typically packed in vacuum-sealed bags or cartons.

   • Usage: Cinnamon is used as a spice in cooking, baking, and beverages, as well as in the production of essential oils and perfumes.

4. Turmeric:

   • Curcumin Content: Typically 3-5%

   • Moisture Content: Below 12%

   • Foreign Matter: Below 2%

   • Size: Fingers or powder

   • Packaging: Packed in bags or cartons, often vacuum-sealed for freshness.

   • Usage: Turmeric is used as a spice, food coloring agent, and in traditional medicine due to its health benefits.

5. Ginger:

   • Moisture Content: Below 10%

   • Foreign Matter: Below 2%

   • Size: Whole rhizomes or slices

   • Packaging: Typically packed in mesh bags or cartons.

   • Usage: Ginger is used as a spice in cooking, baking, beverages, and in traditional medicine.

6. Black Pepper:

   • Density: Typically 500-600 g/L

   • Moisture Content: Below 12%

   • Foreign Matter: Below 0.5%

   • Size: Whole peppercorns

   • Packaging: Packed in jute bags or vacuum-sealed packaging.

   • Usage: Black pepper is a widely used spice in culinary applications and is also used in the production of essential oils.

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