Product Introduction (Nature & Properties)
A rhizome used mainly in dried, powdered form. Known for its bright yellow pigment (Curcumin) and warm, earthy, slightly bitter taste. Widely valued for culinary and medicinal uses.
Export Types
Turmeric Fingers/Bulbs (polished or unpolished) and Turmeric Powder. High-Curcumin varieties like Erode and Salem are premium.
Specification (Key Export Metrics)
Moisture: Max 10%. Extraneous Matter: Max 1%. Curcumin Content: Min 2.5–4.5%. Must be free from Lead Chromate (critical contamination point).
Harvest Time
February to May (main crop).
Shelf Life
24 months for whole fingers; 12–18 months for powder as color and potency fade over time.