Dry Ginger
Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale
HS Code: 09101100
Origin: India
Colour: Light brown to beige
Flavour: Strong, warm, and pungent
Aroma: Spicy and characteristic
Key Features:
High volatile oil content for a strong aroma and flavour
Naturally dried to retain pungency and freshness
Free from foreign matter, mould, and pest infestation
Suitable for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, herbal, and oil-extraction industries
Packaging & Storage:
Shelf Life: Up to 2 years when stored in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture
Packaging:
PP bags, paper bags, or cartons
Standard sizes: 10 kg, 25 kg, or 50 kg
Product Description:
Grades of Dry Ginger:
Grade A (Premium): Large size, uniform light colour, and clean appearance
Grade B: Medium size with slight discolouration
Grade C: Smaller pieces with irregular shapes
Splits: Broken ginger pieces
Physical Specifications:
Appearance: Clean, fibrous, whole dried roots
Colour: Light brown or pale yellow
Shape: Irregular, knobby fingers
Length: 4 to 12 cm
Diameter: 1 to 3 cm
Texture: Hard, rough, and fibrous
Moisture Content: 8% to 12% max.
Foreign Matter: 0.5% to 1% max.
Impurities: 1% max.
Damaged / Discoloured: 2% max.
Flavour / Aroma: Strong, pungent, and aromatic
Chemical Specifications:
Volatile Oil Content: 1.5% to 2.5%
Gingerol Content: 1% to 2.5%
Moisture Content: 8% to 12% max.
Ash Content: 6% max.
Acid-Insoluble Ash: 1.5% max.
Fiber Content: 4% to 6% max.