Indian Turmeric
Indian turmeric is a naturally aromatic spice obtained from the rhizomes of Curcuma longa L. It is widely valued for its characteristic yellow colour, earthy aroma, and distinctive flavour. Indian turmeric is supplied in different forms and grades for spice processing, food manufacturing, seasoning, culinary applications, and further grinding.
Description
Indian turmeric is the dried rhizome of Curcuma longa L. and is recognised for its natural yellow-to-orange colour, earthy aroma and characteristic flavour. The quality profile of turmeric can vary according to variety, cultivation conditions, maturity, processing, drying and storage.
Turmeric is widely used as a culinary spice, food ingredient and colouring spice in products such as curry blends, seasonings, sauces, pickles and processed foods.
Turmeric Forms
Available Forms of Indian Turmeric
Turmeric Fingers
Whole dried turmeric rhizomes, commonly traded as turmeric fingers, are suitable for spice processing, grinding, and further food applications.
Turmeric Powder
Ground turmeric is used in spice blends, curry powders, seasonings, and food-processing applications. Particle size can be discussed according to buyer requirements.
Processed Turmeric
Turmeric can be sourced according to processing requirements, including cleaning, gradin,g and preparation for further grinding or food manufacturing.
Specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Indian Turmeric |
| Common Name | Turmeric / Haldi |
| Botanical Name | Curcuma longa L. |
| Origin | India |
| Product Forms | Whole Dried Turmeric Fingers / Turmeric Powder |
| Colour | Natural yellow to orange-yellow, depending on variety and grade |
| Aroma | Characteristic earthy and aromatic turmeric fragrance |
| Flavour | Distinctive earthy, warm and mildly bitter flavour |
| Curcumin Content | Grade and lot dependent; available according to buyer specification |
| Moisture | According to agreed product specification |
| Purity | According to agreed product specification |
| Foreign Matter | According to applicable quality requirements |
| Turmeric Finger Size | Grade and product type dependent |
| Broken Pieces | According to agreed product specification |
| Powder Particle Size | According to buyer's application and specification |
| Adulteration | Product supplied according to applicable food-safety and quality requirements |
| Pesticide Residues | According to applicable destination-market requirements |
| Microbiological Parameters | According to applicable product and destination-market requirements |
| Packaging | According to buyer requirements and shipment conditions |
| Minimum Order Quantity | According to product, grade and order requirements |
| Shelf Life | Subject to product condition, packaging and storage conditions |
| Storage | Cool, dry, clean and hygienic conditions |
| Quality Testing | Can be arranged according to agreed specifications and destination-market requirements |
| Certificate of Analysis | Available where applicable and subject to product/testing requirements |
| Export Documentation | According to destination country and applicable regulations |
FAQ
What forms of turmeric are available?
Indian turmeric is commonly available as whole dried turmeric fingers and turmeric powder.
What is turmeric used for?
Turmeric is widely used in curry powders, spice blends, seasonings, pickles, sauces, processed foods and culinary preparations.
What are turmeric fingers?
Turmeric fingers are whole, dried turmeric rhizomes that have been cleaned and dried after harvesting. They can be supplied for further processing or grinding.
What is turmeric powder used for?
Turmeric powder is commonly used in curry powders, masala blends, seasonings, sauces, pickles, and processed-food applications.
What colour is Indian turmeric?
Turmeric naturally ranges from yellow to orange-yellow, depending on the variety, processing method, and grade.