🌿 Dried Turmeric Powder / Ground Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Also known as: Haldi Powder, Curcuma, كركم مطحون / كركم مجفف
📝 General Description
Turmeric powder is produced by drying and finely grinding the rhizomes of the Curcuma longa plant. It is widely recognized for its vibrant yellow color, earthy-bitter flavor, and strong medicinal properties, particularly due to the presence of curcumin. Turmeric is extensively used in culinary, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and herbal applications.
🔬 Physical Properties
Color: Bright yellow to orange-yellow
Form: Fine powder
Odor: Earthy, slightly woody aroma
Taste: Warm, slightly bitter, mildly peppery
Moisture Content: ≤ 10%
Particle Size: Typically 80–100 mesh
Purity: ≥ 99%
Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%
🧪 Chemical Properties
Curcumin Content: 2%–5% (depending on quality)
Total Ash: ≤ 9%
Acid Insoluble Ash: ≤ 1.5%
Volatile Oil Content: ≥ 2.5%
pH (aqueous solution): 6.0 – 7.0
🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)
Energy: 320–350 kcal
Protein: 7–9 g
Fat: 8–10 g
Carbohydrates: 60–70 g
Fiber: 20–25 g
Sugars: < 3 g
Sodium: 35–60 mg
Iron: 40–50 mg
Calcium: 180–200 mg
✅ Quality Standards
Compliant with local and international food safety standards (ISO, HACCP, FDA, FSSAI)
Free from artificial coloring, additives, or preservatives
Non-GMO and non-irradiated
Uniform color and consistent particle size
🧫 Microbiological Standards
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g
E. coli: Negative
Salmonella: Absent in 25g
Coliforms: < 100 cfu/g
📦 Packaging & Storage
Packaging: PP woven bags, kraft paper bags, or cartons with liner based on customer request
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and strong odors
Shelf Life: 18 to 24 months under proper storage conditions
Origin: Egypt
🍛 Applications
Culinary use in curries, soups, sauces, rice, and seasoning blends
Natural food coloring agent
Medicinal ingredient in Ayurvedic and herbal medicine
Used in skincare and cosmetic formulations
Key ingredient in turmeric lattes and detox beverages
📞 Contact
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