Black Pepper (Garbled and Ungarbled) Specifications: Product Name: Black Pepper (Whole) Botanical Name: Piper nigrum Family: Piperaceae Garbled vs. Ungarbled: Garbled Pepper: Handpicked and cleaned to remove stems, dust, and foreign matter. High purity. Ungarbled Pepper: Mechanically harvested with minimal cleaning. Contains more foreign matter and impurities compared to garbled. Physical Characteristics: Appearance: Small, spherical, wrinkled black or dark brown berries Size: 3-6 mm in diameter Aroma: Strong, pungent, and earthy Flavor: Hot, sharp, and mildly fruity Chemical Characteristics: Parameter Garbled Ungarbled Purity 99% min 95% min Foreign Matter 0.5% max 2% max Moisture 12.5% max 12.5% max Light Berries 2% max 5% max Pinheads 0.5% max 2% max Bulk Density 550-600 g/l 500-550 g/l Black Seeds 98% min 95% min Extraneous Matter 0.5% max 2% max Ash Content 6.5% max 6.5% max Volatile Oil Content 2% min 2% min Packaging: Available Packaging: 25kg, 50kg PP or jute bags as per customer requirement Shelf Life: 12-18 months when stored in a cool, dry place Usage: Essential spice used in culinary applications worldwide, in whole, cracked, or ground form. Black pepper is a vital ingredient in spice blends, marinades, soups, and sauces. Known for its medicinal benefits, aiding digestion, and used in traditional remedies. Origin: India