Product Description
Taste and Aroma
Sweet and mildly spicy with a distinctive anise-like or licorice flavor
Refreshing, aromatic, and slightly earthy
Storage Tips
Keep in an airtight container, away from light and moisture to preserve flavor
Ground fennel powder loses aroma faster than whole seeds, so grinding fresh is preferred when possible
Common Uses
Culinary:
- Used in spice blends like panch phoron (Bengali five-spice) and garam masala
- Adds flavor to curries, sausages, baked goods, and desserts
- Commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean cuisines
Medicinal
- Traditionally used to aid digestion, reduce bloating, and freshen breath
- Often used in herbal teas and remedies for respiratory issues
Nutritional and Medicinal Properties
- Contains essential oils like anethole, responsible for its sweet flavor and medicinal benefits
- Known for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and carminative (gas-relieving) properties
Fun Fact
- Fennel was used by ancient Greeks and Romans as a digestive aid and was believed to have magical properties for protection and strength.
Product Specifications
| PHYSICAL PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS | CHEMICAL PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10% Max on 35% Mesh | Purity | 99.5 %, 99 %, 95 % |
| Aroma | Anise-Like | Moisture | 9 % Max |
| Taste | Bitter | Ash Content | 9.5 % Max |
| Color | Greyish Brown | Acid Insoluble Ash | 1 % Min |
| Cleanliness | Machine cleaned & sortex cleaned | ||
| Testing shall be with reference to the |
| MICROBIOLOGY PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|
| Total Plate Count (cfu/gm) | <200000 |
| Salmonella (in 375 gms) | Absent |
| Yeast and Mold (cfu/gm) | <1000 |
| Coliforms (cfu/gm) | <100 |
| E.Coli (cfu/gm) | <10 |
Container Capacity
| Type Of Container | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|
| 20 Feet | 20 Metric tons (MT) |
| 40 Feet | 27 Metric Tons (MT) |
Pesticides: Complying with requirements for pesticide residue levels As per the regulations of the destination country.
Allergens: Free from Allergens (Other mandatory requirements will be in compliance to the respective regulations of the destination country.)
Packing : 20/25/30/50 Kgs, PP Kraft bags with inner liner.( provide customised packing as per your requirements.)
Shelf – Life : 12 Months, under proper storage condition.
Product Characterstics
| PHYSICAL PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS | CHEMICAL PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Powder | Purity | 100% |
| Mesh Size | 30-80 mesh powder | Moisture | 10 % Max |
| Taste | Characteristic | Ash Content | 9.5% Max |
| Color | Light Green to Brown Color powder | Acid Insoluble Ash | 1.25% Max |
| process | Grinding | ||
| Testing shall be with reference to the | |||
| MICROBIOLOGY PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|
| Total Plate Count (cfu/gm) | <50000 |
| Salmonella (in 375 gms) | Absent |
| Yeast and Mold (cfu/gm) | <500 |
| Coliforms(cfu/gm) | <100 |
| E.Coli(cfu/gm) | Absent |
(Microbiology specifications can be customized as per requirements.)
Container Capacity
| Type Of Container | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|
| 20 Feet | 20 Metric tons (MT) |
| 40 Feet | 27 Metric Tons (MT) |
OTHERS:
Pesticides: No pesticide Guarantee.
Allergens: Free from Allergens
(Other mandatory requirements will be in compliance to the respective regulations of the destination country.)
PACKING : 20/25/30/50 Kgs, PP Kraft bags with inner liner.( provide customised packing as per your requirements.)
SHELF-LIFE : 12 Months, under proper storage condition.
