Green Caradamom

Parameter Specification
Product Name Green Cardamom
HS Code 9083190
Product Code SP-003
Origin India
Botanical Name Elettaria cardamomum
Family Zingiberaceae
Harvest Time October to December
Packing 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg(PP Bags or Customized)
Loading Capacity 20 Ft: 7-8 MTS, 40 Ft: 14-16 MTS
Appearance/Color Green, plump, oval-shaped pods
Form Whole
Aroma / Flavor Sweet, floral, slightly citrusy aroma
Quality Premium (Grades: 6mm, 7mm, 8mm+)
Moisture Max. 11.00%
Acid Insoluble Ash Max. 1.00%
Volatile Oil Min. 2.0 mL/100g
Total Ash Max. 8.00%

Description

1. Product Overview

Green Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), revered as the “Queen of Spices,” is among the most aromatic and luxurious spices used worldwide. Celebrated for its sweet, floral flavor and distinctive aroma, green cardamom is a key ingredient across global cuisines and traditional medicine systems.

As a trusted exporter based in New Delhi, India, we offer premium-grade green cardamom sourced directly from the finest plantations in Kerala and Karnataka. Our cardamom is meticulously sorted, graded, and hygienically packed to preserve its vibrant color, natural oils, and full-bodied flavor.

2. Uses

Culinary Uses:

  • Enhances flavor in curries, biryanis, pulao, masala chai, desserts, and sweets.

  • Widely used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Scandinavian cuisines.

Medicinal Uses:

  • Supports digestion, freshens breath, and promotes respiratory health.

  • Common in Ayurvedic and herbal formulations.

Industrial Uses:

  • Utilized in flavored teas, coffees, food processing, and confectionery.

  • Valued in perfumes, cosmetics, and mouth fresheners for its essential oils.

3. Sourcing & Export Regions

Green cardamom is predominantly cultivated in the Western Ghats, particularly in Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. We source directly from these regions and process the spice at our state-of-the-art facility in New Delhi, maintaining strict hygiene and quality control standards.

Export Destinations:

  • Asia: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Singapore, Malaysia

  • Europe: UK, Germany, Sweden, Netherlands

  • Americas: USA, Canada, Mexico

  • Africa: Egypt, Kenya, South Africa

  • Oceania: Australia, New Zealand

4. Green Cardamom Names in Indian & Foreign Languages

Indian Languages:

LanguageNameLanguageName
HindiChhoti ElaichiGujaratiElcho
BengaliChhoto ElachMarathiVelchi
TamilElakkaiTeluguElakulu
KannadaElakkiMalayalamElakkaya
PunjabiElaichiSanskritSukshma Ela

Foreign Languages:

LanguageNameLanguageName
EnglishGreen CardamomFrenchCardamome verte
GermanGrüner KardamomSpanishCardamomo verde
Arabicهيل (Hal)RussianЗелёный кардамон
ItalianCardamomo verdeChinese绿豆蔻 (Lü Dòu Kòu)
TurkishYeşil kakuleDutchGroene kardemom
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