Color : Dark brown to black Shape : Small spherical or oblong Size : Diameter typically 5-6 mm Texture : Rough, wrinkled Smell : Strong, pungent, aromatic Taste : Spicy, hot Density : Approximately 550-600 kg/m Melting Point: ~ 175C (347F) Solubility : Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol pH : ~ 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral) Moisture Content : 12%
