Turmeric (India) is a Mixed Spices & Seasonings product. Key specs — Origin: India.
Product Description
Product: Turmeric, Ground All deliveries shall comply in every respect to the requirements of the Buyer. In addition, the product shall comply with the following specifications: General Description: Alleppey Turmeric (Curcuma longa, L.) is orange-yellow in color. It has a characteristic, peppery odor and a slight, aromatic bitter taste.
It is commercially cultivated in India.
Chemical & Physical Specifications: Volatile Oil 4.0% Minimum (ml/100g) Moisture 10.0% Maximum Total Ash 7.0% Maximum Acid Insoluble Ash 1.0% Maximum Color Power (as Curcumin) 5.0% Maximum Granulation 0.0% Maximum on USS 20 Mesh 5.0% Maximum thru 60 Mesh Extraneous Material Irreducible Minimum Storage: Store in a cool, dry atmosphere to prevent the loss of the volatile fractions.
Bacteriological: Aerobic Plate Count 100,000 count/g Yeast and Mold 500 count/g Coliforms 100 count /g E. Coli Negative in 11 grams Salmonella Negative in 25 grams The above specification is to be considered as a guideline only.
