Small Cardamom (Green Cardamom) Specifications: Product Name: Small Cardamom (Green Cardamom) Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum Family: Zingiberaceae Physical Characteristics: Appearance: Small, triangular, spindle-shaped pods with ridged surface Color: Bright green to pale green Size: 5-8 mm in length (graded by size) Seeds: Black or dark brown seeds inside the pod Aroma: Strong, sweet, and slightly floral Flavor: Warm, spicy, and sweet with citrus undertones Grading Based on Size and Quality: Grade Pod Size (mm) Color 7-8 mm (Jumbo) 7-8 mm Bright Green 6-7 mm (Bold) 6-7 mm Green 5-6 mm (Medium) 5-6 mm Green/Pale Green < 5 mm (Baby/Small) < 5 mm Pale Green/Yellowish Chemical Characteristics: Purity: 99% min Moisture: 12% max Admixture: 1% max Foreign Matter: 0.5% max Immature Pods: 5% max Empty and Open Pods: 1% max Seed Content: 70-80% (depending on grade) Volatile Oil Content: 3-8% (depending on grade) Microbiological Properties: Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g Salmonella: Absent/25g E. Coli: Absent/10g Packaging: Available Packaging: 5kg, 10kg, 25kg jute or poly bags as per customer requirement Shelf Life: 12-18 months when stored in a cool, dry place away from sunlight Usage: Small cardamom is widely used in sweet and savory dishes, teas, and spice blends. Essential in flavoring desserts, curries, rice dishes, and beverages. Known for its digestive properties and traditional medicinal uses. Origin: India (mainly from Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu) Also sourced from Guatemala