Minimum Order Quantity : 5-10 MT
Packaging Types : 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg PP or jute bags; bulk packaging also possible
Forms Available: Whole black cardamom pods (Amomum large / standard), split, seeds, powder/crushed (as required)
Shelf Life : 12-18 months under cool, dry, well-ventilated & pest-free storage
Moisture Content : Less than or equal to 12% (Export Standard)
Pod Size & Grade : Large (Amomum type), standard; size uniformity; premium / standard / organic grades
Origin : India - key growing / sourcing regions include Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, possibly imported and re-exported material from Nepal etc.
HS Code : 09083110 (Black Cardamom, whole / neither crushed nor ground); crushed/ground variants under 09083290 etc.
Certifications : ISO, HACCP, FSSAI, APEDA; organic certifications if demanded
Black cardamom (Amomum subulatum), with its smoky, strong, and earthy flavour profile, is used in Indian, Nepali, Bhutanese, and other Himalayan cuisine, as well as in medicinal and flavouring sectors. India is both a producer and exporter of black cardamom, especially in the northeastern states (Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim), though much supply is supplemented via imports. Over the past year (Oct 2023 - Sept 2024), ~860 importers globally sourced black cardamom from ~395 suppliers in India, making India one of the key origins in the trade
Buyers who wish to buy black cardamom in bulk look for large pod size (Amomum), smoky aroma, proper drying, low moisture, uniform colour, minimal foreign matter, and appropriate certifications and traceability. Demand is strong from spice processors, herbal product companies, flavouring industries, and food service sectors in markets such as South Asia, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Europe, and North America.
| Variant | Key Features | Applications | Export Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large Amomum Whole Pods | Big pods, strong smoky aroma, large size | Gourmet spice blends, biryanis, medicinal / herbal use | High among niche & premium buyers |
| Standard Whole Pods | Medium-size, good quality | General culinary use, spice blends, hotels & restaurants | Moderate to High |
| Split Pods / Seeds | Split or broken pods, some broken pieces | Powder / crushed use; herbal extracts | Medium |
| Crushed / Powdered Black Cardamom | Fine grind, uniform particle size | Spice mixes, flavouring & fragrance, herbal products | Growing, when processed quality assured |
Prices for black cardamom vary greatly depending on pod size, origin, smokiness / flavour intensity, moisture level, certification (organic/conventional), and shipment size. Premium whole large Amomum grade commands higher rates; crushed/powdered grades are lower priced.
Note: Prices are indicative and subject to market fluctuations, weather & production yield, transportation costs, and quality/grade. For precise, up-to-date quotes, buyers should connect with suppliers via Tradologie.com
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