Product Name
Dried Ginger / Dry Ginger / Sonth / Sukku
Botanical Name
Zingiber officinale
HS Code
09101110
Form
Whole, Split, Sliced, or Powdered
Color
Light brown to pale yellow
Flavor & Aroma
Strong, pungent, slightly sweet with earthy notes
Moisture
Max 10%
Total Ash
Max 8%
Acid Insoluble Ash
Max 2%
Volatile Oil Content
Min 1.5 ml/100g (varies by variety)
Foreign Matter
Max 0.5%
Admixture
Max 1%
Purity
98%–99%
Granulation (if Powder)
60–100 mesh
Shelf Life
12–18 months when stored properly
Storage Conditions
Cool, dry, and well-ventilated place
Origin
India (Kerala, Sikkim, Meghalaya, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu)
