Turmeric powder specifications can vary depending on the industry (food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic) and the country of origin. However, here are the general specifications for food-grade turmeric powder:
Physical Properties
Appearance: Fine powder
Color: Yellow to orange
Odor: Characteristic earthy, slightly bitter
Taste: Bitter, slightly pungent
Chemical Composition
Curcumin Content: Typically 2-5% (higher grades can go up to 8-10%)
Potato powder is a dehydrated form of potatoes used in the food industry for snacks, soups, sauces, and bakery products. Below are the general specifications for potato powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: White to creamy yellow
Odor & Taste: Typical potato aroma and taste, free from off-odors and rancidity
Particle Size:
60 Mesh (Standard)
80-100 Mesh (Fine)
Moisture Content: Max 5-8%
Bulk Density: 0.3 - 0.6 g/ml
Solubility: Dispersible in water
Chemical Properties:
Carbohydrates: 70-80%
Protein Content: 5-10%
Fat Content: Max 0.5%
Crude Fiber: Max 3%
Total Ash: Max 4%
pH (5% solution): 5.0 - 6.5
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 100,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 500 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli: Absent
Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.1 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.05 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.02 ppm
Artificial Additives & Preservatives: Must be absent (unless specified)
Applications of Potato Powder:
Food Industry: Used in soups, sauces, instant mashed potatoes, and bakery products
Snack Industry: A base for chips, fries, and extruded snacks
Pharmaceutical Industry: Used as a filler and binding agent
Animal Feed: As a carbohydrate source in feed formulations
Onion powder is a dehydrated and finely ground form of onions used in food processing, seasonings, and pharmaceutical applications. Below are the general specifications for onion powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Light yellow to off-white
Odor & Taste: Strong characteristic onion aroma and taste, free from off-odors
Particle Size:
40 Mesh (Coarse)
60 Mesh (Standard)
80-100 Mesh (Fine)
Moisture Content: Max 5-7%
Bulk Density: 0.3 - 0.6 g/ml
Solubility: Dispersible in water
Chemical Properties:
Carbohydrates: 60-75%
Protein Content: 8-12%
Fat Content: Max 1%
Crude Fiber: Max 5%
Total Ash: Max 5%
pH (5% solution): 4.5 - 6.5
Volatile Oil Content: 0.1-0.5% (responsible for onion flavor)
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 100,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 1,000 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli: Absent
Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.1 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.05 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.02 ppm
Artificial Additives & Preservatives: Must be absent (unless specified)
Applications of Onion Powder:
Food Industry: Used in soups, sauces, seasonings, ready-to-eat foods, and spice blends
Snack Industry: Flavoring agent for chips, crackers, and processed snacks
Pharmaceutical Industry: Used for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties
Animal Feed: As a natural flavor enhancer in feed formulations
Ginger powder is a finely ground product obtained from dried ginger rhizomes (Zingiber officinale). It is widely used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Below are the general specifications for ginger powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Light yellow to pale brown (varies based on drying method and origin)
Odor & Taste: Strong, characteristic ginger aroma with a pungent, spicy taste
Texture: Smooth, free from lumps and foreign matter
Moisture Content: Max 8-10%
Particle Size: 80-100 mesh (customizable based on requirements)
Solubility: Partially soluble in water
Chemical Properties:
Total Ash Content: Max 6%
Acid Insoluble Ash: Max 1.0%
Volatile Oil Content: Min 1.5-2.5% (responsible for aroma and flavor)
Crude Fiber: Max 5%
Starch Content: 40-50%
pH (5% solution): 4.5 - 6.0
Pungency (as Gingerol Content): Min 0.8-2.0%
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 100,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 1,000 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli: Absent
Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.2 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.1 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.05 ppm
Artificial Additives & Preservatives: Must be absent
Foreign Matter: Max 0.5%
Applications of Ginger Powder:
Food Industry: Used in spice blends, soups, sauces, bakery products, and confectionery
Beverages: Used in herbal teas, masala chai, ginger ale, and health drinks
Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used in digestive aids, pain relief, and immune-boosting formulations
Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare, haircare, and aromatherapy products
Industrial Use: Used in herbal extracts, flavoring agents, and medicinal syrups
Garlic powder is a finely ground product obtained from dehydrated garlic (Allium sativum). It is widely used in food processing, seasoning blends, pharmaceuticals, and animal feed. Below are the general specifications for garlic powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Off-white to light yellow
Odor & Taste: Strong, characteristic garlic aroma with a pungent taste
Texture: Smooth, free from lumps, caking, or foreign matter
Moisture Content: Max 5-7%
Particle Size: 80-100 mesh (customizable based on requirements)
Solubility: Partially soluble in water
Chemical Properties:
Total Ash Content: Max 4%
Acid Insoluble Ash: Max 1%
Sulfur Content: 0.5-1.0% (natural sulfur compounds in garlic)
Volatile Oil Content: Min 0.2% (responsible for garlic aroma)
Allicin Content: Min 0.5-1.5% (active compound in garlic)
pH (5% solution): 5.0 - 6.5
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 100,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 1,000 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli: Absent
Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.2 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.1 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.05 ppm
Artificial Additives & Preservatives: Must be absent
Foreign Matter: Max 0.5%
Applications of Garlic Powder:
Food Industry: Used in spice blends, sauces, soups, meat seasonings, and processed foods
Beverages: Used in herbal teas and health drinks
Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and cardiovascular benefits
Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare and haircare products for its antimicrobial properties
Industrial Use: Used in herbal extracts, animal feed, and natural preservatives
Banana powder is made from ripe bananas (Musa spp.) through dehydration and grinding processes. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, baby food, and cosmetic industries due to its nutritional and functional properties. Below are the general specifications for banana powder:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Fine, free-flowing powder
Color: Light cream to pale yellow (varies with ripeness)
Odor & Taste: Sweet, characteristic banana aroma and flavor
Texture: Smooth, fine powder without lumps
Mesh Size: 80-120 mesh (customizable)
Bulk Density: 0.4-0.7 g/ml
Solubility: Partially soluble in water
Chemical & Nutritional Properties (Per 100g):
Moisture Content: Max 5%
Carbohydrates: 75-85%
Sugars (Natural): 50-60%
Dietary Fiber: 3-8%
Protein Content: 3-5%
Fat Content: Max 1-2%
Total Ash Content: Max 5%
Acid Insoluble Ash: Max 0.5%
pH Level: 4.5 - 6.5
Microbiological Standards:
Total Plate Count: Max 50,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold: Max 500 CFU/g
Coliforms: <10 CFU/g
E. Coli: Absent
Salmonella: Absent
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2): Max 10 ppb
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb): <0.2 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): <0.1 ppm
Arsenic (As): <0.1 ppm
Mercury (Hg): <0.05 ppm
Artificial Colors, Flavors & Preservatives: Must be absent
Applications of Banana Powder:
Food Industry: Used in baby food, bakery products, smoothies, dairy products, and energy bars
Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Used for digestive health, weight gain, and dietary supplements
Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in face masks, scrubs, and natural skin treatments
Animal Feed: Used in pet and livestock nutrition for added fiber and nutrients
Tomato powder is a dehydrated form of fresh tomatoes widely used in the food industry for seasoning soups sauces and snacks It retains the natural color flavor and nutrients of fresh tomatoes while offering extended shelf life and easy storage
Physical Properties
Appearance Fine freeflowing powder
Color Natural reddishorange
Odor Characteristic tomato aroma
Taste Slightly tangy and sweet
Texture Fine to slightly granular
Moisture Content Max 5
Bulk Density 04 07 gml
Solubility 100 soluble in water
Foreign Matter Absent
Chemical Nutritional Composition Per 100g
Moisture Max 5
Total Carbohydrates 5060
Sugars Natural 3040
Protein 1015
Total Fat 13
Dietary Fiber 1015
Ash Content Max 5
Vitamin C 100150 mg
Vitamin A 30005000 IU
Lycopene 50100 mg
Sodium 3050 mg
Potassium 10001500 mg
Microbiological Standards For Food Grade
Total Plate Count Max 50000 CFUg
Yeast Mold Max 500 CFUg
Coliforms 10 CFUg
E Coli Salmonella Absent
Aflatoxins B1 B2 G1 G2 Max 10 ppb
Contaminants Adulterants
Heavy Metals
o Lead Pb 02 ppm
o Cadmium Cd 01 ppm
o Arsenic As 01 ppm
o Mercury Hg 005 ppm
Pesticide Residues As per international standards FSSAI EU FDA
Artificial Additives Preservatives Must be absent
Types of Tomato Powder
1 SprayDried Tomato Powder Fine freeflowing instant solubility
