Agro commodities

🌟 Overview

India is the world’s largest producer of bananas, offering a 365-day year-round harvest of the highly demanded Grand Nain (G9) Cavendish variety. Cultivated in nutrient-rich volcanic soils across major agricultural belts like Jalgaon (Maharashtra), Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat, Indian G9 bananas are globally prized for their distinct sweet flavor, dense creamy pulp, and robust skin thickness that ensures excellent shelf-life during long-distance sea transit.

📐 Technical & Quality Specifications

Every cluster undergoes strict quality control and sorting at state-of-the-art packing houses to meet APEDA Class I Premium Grade standards:

·         Botanical Name: Musa acuminata (Cavendish Subgroup)

·         HSN Code: 0803 90 10 (Fresh Bananas)

·         Maturity Stage: Harvested at 11 to 12 weeks (75% to 80% mature green stage)

·         Color at Loading: Stage 1 (Pure Green) — strictly guaranteed zero premature ripening

·         Finger Length: 7.5 to 9.0 inches (19 cm to 23 cm) measured along the outer curve

·         Caliper (Thickness): 39 mm to 47 mm

·         Appearance: Clean, uniform, bright green, free from blemishes, mechanical injuries, scars, or insect marks.

🧼 Post-Harvest Treatment Protocols

To ensure 100% compliance with international food safety laws and prevent decay during voyage:

·         De-sapping: Thorough washing in fresh water mixed with food-grade alum to completely eliminate sap staining on the peel.

·         Antifungal Treating: Gentle treatment of the cut crown with approved food-grade fungicides to prevent Crown Rot.

·         Air Drying: Fully blow-dried before packing to ensure no surface moisture remains, eliminating mold risk.

📦 Export Packaging & Containment

Our packaging is engineered to withstand extreme shipping environments and prevent bruising:

·         Cluster Size: Packed in uniform clusters of 4 to 8 fingers each.

·         Inner Barrier Protection: Placed inside a 0.0015 mm vacuum-sealed polyethylene bag paired with food-grade foam dividers and ethylene gas absorbers to halt the ripening process.

·         Outer Box: Heavy-duty, ventilated 5-ply telescopic corrugated cardboard cartons (high burst-factor).

·         Standard Weights: Net weight 13.5 kg (29.7 lbs) or 18.14 kg (40 lbs) per box.

·         40ft Reefer Payload: Approximately 1,540 boxes (approx. 20 Metric Tons) stacked securely on ISPM-15 certified pallets.

🌡️ Cold Chain & Shipping Logistics

We manage an unbroken cold chain from the farm-gate packhouse directly to your destination port:

·         Loading Ports: Nhava Sheva (JNPT, Mumbai)

·         Reefer Settings: Continuous temperature maintained strictly at 13.2°C to 13.5°C (55.8°F to 56.3°F) with 85%–90% Relative Humidity and fresh air ventilation set to 25 m³/hour.

·         Estimated Transit Times:

o    Middle East (Jebel Ali / Jeddah): 4 to 9 days

o    North Africa / Mediterranean: 14 to 18 days

o    Europe (Rotterdam / Hamburg): 22 to 25 days

📜 Trade Compliance & Certifications

Every shipment is dispatched with verified, legally compliant documentation:

·         GlobalG.A.P. Certification (Good Agricultural Practices)

·         Phytosanitary Certificate (issued by the Directorate of Plant Protection, India)

·         APEDA Registration & Certificate of Origin

·         SGS / Bureau Veritas Third-Party Inspection Report (verifying grade, weight, and pesticide Maximum Residue Limits)

We offer premium A Grade Dried Raw Turmeric Finger, sun-dried to perfection, in a vibrant yellow color. Packed in plastic bags for freshness, our turmeric is ideal for cooking various dishes. Store in a cool place to maintain its quality, with a shelf life of 12 months. As an exporter, supplier, and trader, we ensure top-notch quality and authenticity in every batch we provide.

🧪 1. Key Quality & Compliance Metrics

·         Pungency (Heat Level): Measured via High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) in Scoville Heat Units (SHU).

o    High Heat (Teja S17): 75,000 to 110,000 SHU [url=].

o    Medium Heat (Guntur Sannam S4): 35,000 to 45,000 SHU.

o    Low Heat / High Color (Byadgi): 10,000 to 30,000 SHU [url=].

·         Color Value (ASTA Score): Measures the natural red pigment density. Premium varieties like Byadgi command higher prices for achieving an ASTA color score of 150 to 200+ [url=].

·         Moisture Levels: Strictly restricted to a maximum of 10% to 11.5% [url=]. Excess moisture leads to internal mold growth during sea transit.

·         Banned Adulterants: Must test 100% negative for Sudan Dyes (I-IV) and illegal color enhancers.

·         Aflatoxin Thresholds: Total Aflatoxins must remain under 5 to 10 ppb to clear strict European Union entry ports.

🔍 2. Physical Classifications & Grading

·         Whole with Stem: The traditional form; whole dried pods with the stalk fully intact [url=].

·         Whole Stemless: Pods undergo manual labor processing to cleanly snap off the stem. This reduces bulk volume and is heavily requested by Western spice mills.

·         Crushed / Flakes: Mechanically crushed pods with a uniform seed distribution, using HSN Code 0904 22 12 [url=].

·         Fine Powder: Uniformly ground to 60-80 mesh, packaged in specialized moisture-lock barriers using HSN Code 0904 22 11 [url=].

📦 3. Packing & Sea Freight Logistics

·         Packaging Materials: Standard shipments use 20 kg to 25 kg new jute/gunny bags (which allow the spice to breathe) or woven PP bags with thin internal liners [url=, url=

·         Loadability (40ft FCL):

o    Whole Chilli:14 to 15 Metric Tons (MT) per container [url=, url=].

o    Chilli Powder: Packs tightly up to 24 to 26 Metric Tons [url=].

·         Fumigation Protocol: Prior to sealing the ocean container, mandatory Methyl Bromide or Phosphine fumigation is executed to eliminate insect or weevil larvae.

📜 Mandatory Export Documentation

1.    Phytosanitary Certificate (confirming the crop is pest-free).

2.    Certificate of Analysis (COA) (proving moisture, SHU, and negative Sudan dye results).

3.    Spices Board of India Clearance & Certificate of Origin.

Our Premium Whole Green Cardamom (also known as True Cardamom or Choti Elaichi) is meticulously handpicked and sourced directly from the lush, high-altitude plantations of Idukki, Kerala, India. Known globally as the "Queen of Spices," our cardamom features a highly aromatic, resinous profile with dynamic layers of citrus, floral sweetness, and a cool, minty finish.

Product Specifications

• Grade & Size: Extra Bold, multi-layered premium sorting ranging from 7.5mm to 8.5mm+ in capsule diameter.
• Appearance: Plump, visually uniform, deep-green pods packed densely with rich, oil-bearing black seeds.
• Purity: 100% natural, unadulterated, chemical-free, and non-GMO, containing no artificial colors, dyes, or added preservatives.
• Volatile Oil Content: Exceptional terpene and cineole levels, delivering an intense and long-lasting fragrance.

Culinary & Wellness Versatility

• Culinary Companion: Perfectly complements festive biryanis, curries, masala chai, coffees, traditional sweets, and artisanal baked goods.
• Natural Refreshment: Chewing whole seeds acts as an instant, refreshing mouth freshener to help combat bad breath.
• Health Booster: Rich in active antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and traditional Ayurvedic enzymes that support optimal digestion and metabolic health. [

Storage Guidelines

To maintain optimal freshness, store your whole cardamom pods in a cool, dark, and dry space away from direct sunlight. Keeping the pods intact within an airtight container or a vacuum-sealed pack retains the volatile essential oils much longer than pre-ground alternatives.

🔬 Core Quality Specifications

·         Curcumin Content (Potency): > 2.5%

·         Moisture Content: Strictly restricted to a maximum of 8% to 10% by weight. 

·         Adulteration & Dyes:100% negative for Lead Chromate, Metanil Yellow, and foreign starches.

·         Fineness (Mesh Size): Uniformly ground to 80 to 100 mesh, yielding an incredibly smooth, fine texture without grittiness.

·         Ash Content: under 1.5%, validating that the roots were thoroughly cleaned of soil and silica before grinding.

🎨 Sensory Profile

·         Appearance & Color: Deep, vibrant bright golden-yellow to orange-yellow. It is valued for its ASTA color value (typically a minimum of 25).

·         Aroma: Strongly aromatic, warm, characteristic, and deeply earthy.

·         Flavour: Distinctively warm, peppery, and mildly bitter without any chemical or musty ftertastes.

📦 Processing and Logistics

·         Sterilization: Frequently steam-sterilized or treated via ETO (Ethylene Oxide) on demand to pass stringent European or American microbiological scans (E. coli, Salmonella limits).

·         Milling: Often processed using cold-grinding technology to preserve sensitive volatile oils and prevent heat degradation during high-speed milling.

·         Bulk Packaging: Packed in 25 kg or 50 kg double-layer Kraft paper bags with inner poly-liners, or double-PP bags to safeguard against moisture ingress.

 ·         Mandatory Documentation: Shipped alongside a Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming curcumin via HPLC testing, Fumigation Certificate, and a Certificate of Origin.