Wholesale Dried Green Cardamom

Here is the product specification table formatted into the confirmed standard 8-point parameter matrix:

Product Specification – Dried Green Cardamom

Parameter	EU Whole Dried Green Cardamom (Bold 8mm+ / Premium Culinary & Retail Grade)	EU Whole Dried Green Cardamom (Medium 6mm – 7mm / Commercial & Processing Grade)
1. Brand	Maubis Trading B.V. (Private Label / Fine Spices, Seeds & Agricultural Commodities)	Maubis Trading B.V. (Private Label / Fine Spices, Seeds & Agricultural Commodities)
2. Variants	Whole Dried Green Cardamom Pods (Elettaria cardamomum – Extra Bold 8mm+ / Hand-Picked Alleppey Green Extra Bold AGEB)	Whole Dried Green Cardamom Pods (Elettaria cardamomum – Medium Bold 6mm – 7mm / Machine Grade Cleaned)
3. Standard Unit Sizes	5 kg, 10 kg, or 25 kg Net Weight Multi-Ply Paper Bag / Poly-Lined Woven Sack	10 kg, 20 kg, or 25 kg Net Weight Poly-Lined Polypropylene Woven Export Sack
4. Packaging / Case	Food-grade light-blocking inner polyethylene (PE) or aluminum foil vacuum barrier bag inside multi-ply Kraft carton or PP woven export sack	Food-grade polyethylene (PE) moisture-barrier inner liner inside heavy-duty polypropylene woven export sack
5. Container / Pallet Logistics	20 to 24 Sacks per Euro Pallet (800 x 1200 mm) / 300 kg to 500 kg net weight per pallet (6–8 MT per 20ft FCL / 14–16 MT per 40ft HC due to low bulk density)	20 to 24 Sacks per Euro Pallet (800 x 1200 mm) / 350 kg to 500 kg net weight per pallet (7–9 MT per 20ft FCL / 15–17 MT per 40ft HC)
6. Physical Appearance	Plump, vibrant deep green three-sided pods; intact non-split husks tightly packed with aromatic dark brown/black seeds; intense eucalyptus-citrus herbal aroma	Uniform light-to-medium green pods; firm husks with dark aromatic seeds; warm, resinous, spicy-sweet herbal flavor profile
7. Quality Specs / Safety	Purity >= 99.5%; Pod Size Diameter >= 8.0 mm; Split Pods <= 1.0% – 2.0%; Immature / Yellow Pods <= 1.0%; Moisture Content <= 10.0% – 11.0%; Total Ash <= 8.0%; Acid Insoluble Ash <= 1.0%; Volatile Essential Oil >= 6.0% – 8.0% (v/w); Foreign Matter <= 0.2%; Heavy Metals: Lead <= 2.0 mg/kg, Cadmium <= 1.0 mg/kg, Arsenic <= 1.0 mg/kg; Pesticide Residues fully compliant with EU Regulation (EC) No 396/2005; Aflatoxin B1 <= 5.0 mcg/kg, Total Aflatoxins <= 10.0 mcg/kg, Ochratoxin A <= 15.0 mcg/kg; Salmonella Absent in 25 g; Phytosanitary Certificate included; Non-GMO, Halal, Kosher	Purity >= 98.5%; Pod Size Diameter 6.0 – 7.5 mm; Split Pods <= 3.0% – 5.0%; Moisture Content <= 11.5%; Total Ash <= 8.5%; Volatile Essential Oil >= 4.5% – 5.5% (v/w); Foreign Matter <= 0.5%; Heavy Metals, Pesticides, and Mycotoxins fully compliant with EU Food Safety Standards; Salmonella Absent in 25 g; Phytosanitary Certificate included; Non-GMO, Halal, Kosher
8. Shelf Life	24 Months (stored in original unopened light-proof, vacuum-sealed barrier bags in a cool, dark, dry warehouse at < 18°C and < 55% relative humidity protected from ambient air exposure, direct light, and heat)	24 Months (stored in original sealed moisture-proof bags under climate-controlled dry warehouse conditions at < 20°C and < 60% relative humidity away from direct sunlight and odor transfer)

Aromatic Profile and Commercial Versatility

Dried green cardamom pods house concentrated essential oils that retain freshness during processing. Furthermore, their camphoraceous, citrusy profile bridges both sweet and savory application spectrums. Food developers consistently incorporate whole or ground cardamom to refine industrial recipes.

• Beverage Manufacturing: Essential element for chai tea blends, specialty coffees, and botanical craft liquors.
• Commercial Bakery: Infuses warm aromatic depth into artisan pastries, gingerbread, and gourmet biscuits.
• Savory Formulations: Serves as a vital core spice for curry powders, rice seasonings, and meat marinades.

Strict Sourcing and Pod Processing Standards

Maubis Trading B.V. implements rigorous monitoring throughout harvest and post-harvest drying. First, growers collect pods at optimal maturity to capture peak volatile oil concentrations. Next, gentle temperature-controlled drying preserves the vibrant natural green hull color. Finally, mechanical sizing separates bold, seed-packed pods from light shell casings. Therefore, your production lines receive uniform cardamom with high yield performance.

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| Metric Parameter  | Commercial Export Specification   |
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| Pod Size          | 6.0 mm to 8.0+ mm Bold            |
| Volatile Oils     | 4.0% - 8.0% Minimum Content       |
| Moisture          | 10.0% Maximum                     |
| Color Grade       | Natural Bright Green              |
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Global Freight and Secure Bulk Supply Chain

Spice importers require seamless export execution to maintain consistent factory schedules. Maubis Trading B.V. coordinates international sea and air freight tailored directly to destination compliance standards. Consequently, we pack all bulk lots in sealed, moisture-proof liners to prevent aroma degradation in transit. We also furnish full phytosanitary documentation and analytical certificates for smooth customs clearance.

• Vacuum-sealed inner bags inside heavy corrugated master cartons.
• Multi-wall paper sacks with poly-liners for bulk processing facilities.
• Flexible trade terms, including FOB, CFR, and CIF shipping options.

Strengthen your ingredient portfolio with top-tier green cardamom from Maubis Trading B.V. Connect with our export sales desk today to request specifications and wholesale price estimates.