Authentic Indian Origin
Sourced from Indian growing belts known for natural green pods, sweet aromatic flavor, and strong aroma.
PREMIUM EXPORT QUALITY
Green Cardamom Exporter from India BULK SMALL CARDAMOM / ELAICHI SUPPLY FOR GLOBAL B2B BUYERS
True Indian Spice is a trusted Green Cardamom Exporter India supplying premium export-quality Small Cardamom, also known as Elaichi, to spice importers, tea and coffee manufacturers, bakery and confectionery companies, hotels, restaurants, distributors, and private-label brands. Our Indian-origin Elettaria cardamomum is selected for natural green colour, sweet aromatic taste, strong natural aroma, reliable purity, and shipment-ready packing designed for international trade programs. Buyers choose us when they need dependable commercial support, size and grade alignment, moisture-controlled handling, flexible pack formats, and clear assistance with FOB India, CIF, CFR, and EXW dispatch planning.
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QUICK PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Six reasons importers, tea houses, and food businesses source Indian Green Cardamom from us for long-term supply programs.
99% Purity Supply
Export lots are cleaned and graded to minimize dust, waste, damaged pods, and unwanted admixture.
Moisture-Controlled Packing
Material is packed to a max 10% moisture target with liner options for long sea transit.
Retail & OEM Support
Suitable for wholesalers, HORECA supply, supermarket repacking, and private-label spice brands.
Global Shipping Support
FOB, CIF, CFR, and mixed-SKU shipment planning for established and developing international markets.
Documentation Ready
COA, packing list, commercial documents, origin paperwork, and market-led compliance support.
ABOUT GREEN CARDAMOM
Sweet, Aromatic, and Commercially Essential for Global Flavor Buyers
Green Cardamom, widely known in trade as Small Cardamom or Elaichi, is one of the world’s most valued aromatic spices. Unlike Black Cardamom, it is prized for sweetness, floral-citrus lift, and a strong natural aroma that carries through tea, coffee, bakery, confectionery, desserts, beverages, and premium spice blends. As an Indian Green Cardamom Exporter, we position the product for buyers who need consistent colour, size, aroma strength, and export documentation rather than commodity-only sourcing.
For B2B purchasers, Green Cardamom is commercially attractive because one origin program can serve multiple channels. Importers can supply ethnic wholesale markets, tea and coffee manufacturers can use it for signature flavor systems, hotels and restaurants depend on it for consistent kitchen output, and private-label companies can reposition it into retail jars, pouches, or food-service packs. The most important supply criteria are natural green colour, pod size uniformity, sweet aromatic taste, controlled moisture, purity, and dependable documentation. This page is written around those buying priorities.
WHY INDIAN ORIGIN
Why International Buyers Prefer Indian Green Cardamom
Indian Green Cardamom is widely preferred for its balanced sweetness, strong natural aroma, and familiar sensory profile across Middle Eastern, South Asian, European, and specialty Western markets. Buyers serving tea blenders, coffee houses, bakery brands, confectionery manufacturers, and HORECA distributors often look specifically for Indian-origin lots because the flavor identity is recognized by end users and easier to position in established recipes.
Indian supply also supports serious B2B purchasing in practical ways. Large buyers need seasonal aggregation, size grading, sorting consistency, commercial responsiveness, and export process familiarity. India offers mature spice trade infrastructure, experienced handling, and the ability to align supply with importer specifications for pack size, moisture control, labeling, and destination documents. For many buyers, the advantage is not just origin identity but the combination of sensory quality and shipment reliability from a Premium Green Cardamom Supplier.
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ORIGIN & MARKET POSITIONING
INDIAN GREEN CARDAMOM VS OTHER ORIGINS
Buyers often compare pod size, colour, aroma, essential oil character, and trade suitability before confirming origin preferences. Indian Green Cardamom is typically selected where sweet aromatic flavor and reliable food industry performance are critical.
Green Cardamom grown in India is associated with carefully managed harvest timing, drying discipline, and a commercial grading culture that supports export size selection. Depending on region and seasonal conditions, pod size, shade of green, and aroma intensity can vary, so commercial lots are evaluated not only by origin claim but by actual batch performance. This is especially important for tea blenders, coffee flavor houses, bakery manufacturers, and wholesalers who need consistent sensory outcomes across repeated purchases.
Compared with some other origins, Indian lots are frequently favored when the brief is premium aromatic identity rather than neutral cost-driven spice input. The choice is especially relevant for chai and specialty tea, Arabic coffee traditions, confectionery fillings, ice cream inclusions, dessert toppings, Ayurvedic blends, and retail packs aimed at consumers who already know how proper Elaichi should smell and taste.
| Comparison Point | Indian Green Cardamom | Other Origins |
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| Pod Size | Strong commercial size selection culture (including bold and extra bold options) | Size uniformity and grading options may vary by source |
| Colour | Natural green presentation preferred for premium retail and food service | Colour may appear flatter, duller, or less consistent by lot |
| Aroma | Strong natural aroma with sweet aromatic character | Can be milder, less persistent, or less familiar to target markets |
| Essential Oil | Valued for aromatic oil contribution in tea, coffee, and flavor systems | Oil character may require formula adjustment to match target impact |
| Flavor | Sweet & aromatic profile suited to beverages, bakery, and confectionery | Flavor style may be flatter or less commercially distinctive |
| Shelf Life | Up to 24 months under recommended cool, dry storage | Depends on drying quality, packing, and warehouse discipline |
| Export Demand | High demand across Middle East, Europe, North America, and Asia | Acceptance depends on buyer familiarity and end market use |
| Food Industry | Widely preferred for tea, coffee, bakery, desserts, HORECA, and private label | Sometimes selected for price-sensitive or alternate sourcing programs |
Final suitability should be confirmed against approved pre-shipment samples, destination compliance needs, and the buyer's sensory and size benchmark.
EXPORT SPEC SHEET
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Core commercial specification summary for Indian Green Cardamom whole pods, subject to buyer RFQ, grade agreement, size selection, and destination requirements.
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Product Name | Green Cardamom |
| Common Name | Small Cardamom / Elaichi |
| Botanical Name | Elettaria cardamomum |
| Origin | India |
| Colour | Natural Green |
| Appearance | Whole Pods |
| Taste | Sweet & Aromatic |
| Aroma | Strong Natural Aroma |
| Moisture | Max 10% |
| Purity | 99% |
| Foreign Matter | <1% |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
| Packaging | Buyer Requirement |
| MOQ | Flexible |
| Supply Capacity | Bulk |
| Crop Season | July – January |
| Storage | Cool & Dry |
| Form Offered | Whole pods for bulk export and repacking |
| Processing | Cleaned, sorted, size graded, export packed |
| Additives | None |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO |
| Irradiation | Not irradiated unless specifically agreed by buyer |
| Incoterms | FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW |
Final commercial offers can be adjusted based on destination market, size grade, pack format, microbial expectations, and buyer-specific quality protocols.
PHYSICAL ANALYSIS
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Premium Export Grade | Standard Export Grade |
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| Appearance | Well-formed whole pods, bold body, clean sorted | Whole pods with moderate natural variation |
| Colour | Natural green, uniform commercial presentation | Natural green with wider natural variation |
| Pod Size | Selected sizes such as 7mm / 7.5mm / 8mm / 8+mm as agreed | Mixed whole pod sizes or commercial grade mix |
| Aroma | Strong natural aroma, characteristic and clean | Characteristic natural aroma |
| Taste | Sweet & aromatic with full flavor body | Sweet & aromatic with normal trade variation |
| Moisture | Max 10% | Max 10% |
| Purity | 99% minimum | 99% typical commercial target |
| Foreign Matter | Max 0.5% | Less than 1% |
| Broken / Damaged Pods | Low and controlled | Limited within agreed grade tolerance |
| Insect Infestation | Free from live infestation | Free from live infestation |
| Mould | Absent | Absent |
| Extraneous Odor | Absent | Absent |
CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Typical / Limit | Reference |
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| Moisture Content | Max 10% | Lot test / buyer agreement |
| Total Ash | Within agreed commercial range | Buyer specification dependent |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | Within agreed commercial range | Buyer specification dependent |
| Volatile Oil | Characteristic to product and harvest lot | Available on request |
| Essential Oil Profile | Typical for Green Cardamom | Third-party testing if required |
| Pesticide Residues | As per destination market / buyer limit | Third-party residue panel available |
| Heavy Metals | As per buyer or destination norms | Third-party testing available |
| Aflatoxin | Subject to market requirement | Tested when required |
| Sulphur / Artificial Additives | Not added | Product purity basis |
| Adulteration | Not permitted | Controlled through sorting and verification |
Chemical parameters can be finalized as part of the quotation and pre-shipment approval process for destination markets such as the EU, USA, GCC, and other regulated import regions.
MICROBIOLOGICAL
MICROBIOLOGICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Limit | Remarks |
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| Total Plate Count (TPC) | As per buyer specification | Available by product program and destination |
| Yeast & Mold | As per buyer specification | Controlled through drying and hygienic handling |
| Coliforms | As per buyer specification | Third-party testing available |
| E. coli | Absent in defined sample size | Subject to agreed standard |
| Salmonella | Absent in defined sample size | Subject to agreed standard |
| Staphylococcus aureus | As per buyer specification | Tested on request |
| Bacillus cereus | As per buyer specification | Relevant for select food manufacturing programs |
Buyers requiring lower microbial limits for tea, beverage, bakery, food-service, or branded retail applications should share their target standard during RFQ.
NUTRITIONAL DATA
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Typical values per 100 g for formulation and label-reference use only.
| Nutrient | Amount per 100g | Remarks |
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| Energy | Approx. 300 - 320 kcal | Reference range |
| Protein | Approx. 10 - 12 g | Natural product variation applies |
| Total Fat | Approx. 6 - 8 g | Includes natural volatile compounds |
| Carbohydrates | Approx. 65 - 70 g | Reference range |
| Dietary Fiber | Approx. 25 - 30 g | Reference range |
| Calcium | Present naturally | Can be tested if label claim is needed |
| Iron | Present naturally | Can be tested if label claim is needed |
| Potassium | Present naturally | Typical spice matrix value |
| Sodium | Low natural level | No added salt |
| Added Sugar | 0 g | None added |
Nutritional declarations for private-label programs should be finalized using the buyer's required format and approved lab data where necessary.
COMMERCIAL GRADES
GREEN CARDAMOM GRADES
Grade selection helps buyers match visual presentation, aroma strength, and landed cost to the right channel — from premium retail jars to commercial food manufacturing and wholesale redistribution.
Bold
A widely requested commercial grade for buyers who need good visual presence, clean whole pods, and strong aroma without always requiring the largest size band. Suitable for wholesale, HORECA, and many retail repacking programs.
Extra Bold
Selected for fuller pod body and stronger shelf appeal. Extra Bold Green Cardamom is often preferred by premium retail brands, gift packs, gourmet spice ranges, and buyers who sell by visual quality as much as by aroma.
Premium Export Grade
Aligned for tighter commercial presentation: natural green colour, cleaner sorting, controlled foreign matter, and stronger sensory consistency. Ideal for private label, tea and coffee manufacturers, and destination markets with exacting QA expectations.
Commercial Grade Notes
Commercial grade lots can support price-sensitive wholesale, industrial grinding, or high-volume food manufacturing where aroma performance matters more than ultra-uniform retail appearance. Final grade is always confirmed against sample approval.
Share your target channel — tea, coffee, bakery, confectionery, hotel supply, or retail private label — so we can recommend the most practical grade and size combination for your market.
SIZE SELECTION
GREEN CARDAMOM SIZE GUIDE
Size is a core buying parameter for Green Cardamom. Importers and manufacturers often specify a preferred millimeter band to protect retail presentation, blending consistency, and customer expectations.
| Size | Typical Buyer Use | Commercial Notes |
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| 6 mm | Industrial use, grinding, cost-efficient bulk programs | Useful where aroma matters more than large-pod display |
| 7 mm | Wholesale, food service, general retail repacking | Balanced size for many commercial import programs |
| 7.5 mm | Premium wholesale and branded retail packs | Popular middle-premium size for cleaner presentation |
| 8 mm | Premium retail, gourmet, hotel and restaurant display packs | Strong visual impact with good aromatic performance |
| 8+ mm | Extra bold / premium export programs | Selected for top-tier shelf appeal and specialty buyers |
Size availability can vary by crop timing and lot. Confirm preferred size during RFQ and approve against sample before locking a bulk shipment.
AROMA VALUE
ESSENTIAL OIL IMPORTANCE
Essential oil character is one of the reasons Green Cardamom commands premium demand in tea, coffee, and flavor applications. For tea blenders, the aromatic compounds contribute the signature warmth and fragrance consumers associate with chai and specialty cardamom teas. For coffee manufacturers and Arabic coffee traditions, Green Cardamom’s oil-driven aroma is part of the sensory identity of the finished drink, not just a garnish spice.
Bakery, confectionery, ice cream, and beverage developers also care about aromatic carry-through. A lot with weak oil character may look acceptable on arrival but underperform in finished products. That is why a Small Cardamom Exporter focused on B2B quality discusses aroma strength, sample approval, and storage discipline alongside size and colour. Where buyers require laboratory confirmation, volatile oil or related testing can be coordinated against the agreed commercial standard.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Natural Green Colour
Supports premium retail and food-service presentation where visual quality is part of the selling story.
Whole Pod Presentation
Suitable for wholesale display, retail repacking, food service, and high-visibility product formats.
Controlled Moisture
Maintained to a max 10% export-safe level to protect flavor, reduce mould risk, and improve transit stability.
Long Shelf Life
Up to 24 months under recommended cool and dry storage and packaging conditions.
Multi-Channel Use
Fits tea, coffee, bakery, confectionery, HORECA, seasoning, and private-label requirements.
Traceable Dispatch Lots
Batch-linked supply supports QA review, repeat ordering, and shipment documentation control.
BUYER BENEFITS
Green Cardamom delivers both sensory value and commercial flexibility across export markets.
Strong Flavor Impact Per Use
Sweet aromatic character helps tea, coffee, bakery, and dessert brands achieve noticeable flavor with efficient formulation.
Useful Across Multiple Categories
One product can serve wholesale packs, restaurants, beverage brands, confectionery, and retail packaging programs.
Recognized Global Market Demand
Established consumption in chai, coffee, desserts, and spice blends supports repeat buying across diaspora and specialty channels.
Premium Positioning Opportunity
Natural green colour and visible whole pod quality help private-label buyers build stronger shelf appeal.
Stable Export Presentation
Proper grading and packing reduce claims risk related to contamination, excess waste, weak aroma, or poor size uniformity.
Easy Portfolio Fit
Can be combined with Bay Leaf, Turmeric, Black Cardamom, Red Chilli, and other Indian spices in mixed container programs.
FOOD APPLICATIONS
Premium application cards for the food channels that drive Green Cardamom import demand.
Tea
Signature aroma for chai blends, specialty teas, and retail tea bags needing authentic cardamom fragrance.
Coffee
Used in Arabic coffee traditions and flavored coffee programs where Green Cardamom defines the sensory profile.
Bakery
Adds sweet aromatic lift to buns, pastries, cookies, and specialty bakery formulas.
Confectionery
Preferred for sweets, fillings, and confectionery systems that need distinctive Elaichi character.
Hotels
Food-service packs support banquet kitchens and multi-outlet hospitality groups.
Restaurants
Kitchen supply for chefs who need authentic whole Green Cardamom for daily menu preparation.
Desserts
Used in puddings, kheer-style desserts, and premium dessert toppings for aromatic finish.
Ice Cream
Supports cardamom ice cream and frozen dessert inclusions where aroma retention matters.
Beverages
Fits flavored drinks, syrups, and beverage concentrates needing sweet aromatic spice notes.
Spice Blends
Important for garam masala, dessert masalas, and premium whole spice assortments.
Ayurvedic
Used in traditional formulations and wellness-oriented product ranges as a culinary aromatic spice input.
Premium Retail
Whole pod packs for supermarket, ethnic retail, gourmet, and private-label shelf programs.
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
Beyond kitchen use, Green Cardamom serves multiple commercial buyers across the B2B spice and flavor chain.
Spice Importers & Wholesalers
Bulk product for redistribution into ethnic, horeca, and regional wholesale channels.
Tea & Coffee Manufacturers
Reliable aromatic raw material for branded beverage and specialty drink programs.
Bakery & Confectionery Plants
Input for sweet aromatic bakery, confectionery, and dessert manufacturing lines.
Seasoning Companies
Useful for dessert masalas, beverage spice blends, and premium culinary mixes.
Hotels, Restaurants & Caterers
Food-service packs support consistent production for high-volume kitchens and premium menus.
Private Label Brands
Whole pod presentation works well for branded retail jars, pouches, and gourmet spice ranges.
OEM Co-Packers
Base material for buyer-branded Green Cardamom packs and value-added spice formats.
Multi-Spice Trading Houses
Useful for buyers consolidating Green Cardamom with Bay Leaf, Turmeric, Pepper, and other products.
FROM FARM TO EXPORT
Harvesting Process
The commercial quality of Green Cardamom begins in the field. Proper maturity selection during the July to January crop window has a direct effect on pod appearance, natural green colour, aroma development, and storage performance.
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Crop Maturity Assessment
Pods are harvested when they reach the right maturity stage for full flavor and acceptable physical integrity.
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Selective Picking
Harvesting is done carefully to reduce unnecessary breakage and to separate visibly unsuitable material early.
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Field Collection
Fresh pods are collected into manageable lots and moved promptly for post-harvest handling.
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Initial Sorting
Immature, damaged, or visibly non-conforming pods are reduced before drying and further processing.
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Lot Identification
Commercial traceability starts early so the product can be tracked through grading, packing, and dispatch.
CLEANING & SORTING
Cleaning, Sorting, Size Grading & Export Preparation
After harvest and drying, Green Cardamom is cleaned and sorted so buyers receive a commercially consistent lot suitable for tea, coffee, bakery, wholesale, and retail packing. Size grading is especially important for premium export programs.
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Cleaning
Loose plant matter, dust, and unwanted field residue are reduced through controlled cleaning stages.
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Sorting & Grading
Pods are sorted for appearance, cleanliness, and commercial grade suitability.
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Size Selection
Where required, lots are aligned to size bands such as 6mm, 7mm, 7.5mm, 8mm, or 8+mm.
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Moisture Verification
Lots are checked to remain within the maximum 10% moisture expectation for export.
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Final Inspection
Pre-pack checks confirm agreed visual, aroma, and quality parameters for the destination program.
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Packing & Batch Coding
Finished product is packed, labeled, coded, and prepared for documentation and dispatch.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Quality Parameters Integrated into Every Shipment Review
Quality assurance for Green Cardamom is built around the parameters buyers actually care about: natural green colour, pod size uniformity, sweet aromatic taste, strong natural aroma, moisture, purity, foreign matter, and shipment suitability. Each commercial lot is reviewed against agreed expectations before release.
Depending on buyer program and destination, we can also coordinate third-party testing for chemical, microbiological, residue, heavy metal, and other compliance-driven requirements. This gives importers and food companies better visibility before cargo is loaded.
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Incoming Lot Screening
Raw material is checked for visual acceptability, whole pod condition, colour, and obvious contamination risks.
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Moisture & Dryness Control
Moisture is monitored because it directly affects shelf life, mould risk, aroma retention, and sea-shipment stability.
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Purity & Foreign Matter Review
Sorting performance is verified against the 99% purity target and the less-than-1% foreign matter expectation.
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Size, Aroma & Appearance Approval
Lots are reviewed for natural green colour, size band, aroma strength, and overall commercial presentation.
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Lab & Compliance Coordination
COA, residue, heavy metals, microbiology, and related tests can be arranged per market requirement.
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Packing Release & Traceability
Only approved lots move to final packing, coding, paperwork review, and dispatch release.
PACKAGING OPTIONS
Export Packing for Bulk, Food Service, and Retail Programs
Green Cardamom should be packed to preserve aroma, reduce moisture pickup, and protect the pod structure during handling. We offer packaging formats that work for importers, re-packers, tea and coffee buyers, food-service programs, and private-label brands — packaging as per buyer requirement.
| Pack Type | Net Weight | Material | Typical Use |
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| PP Woven Bag | 10 kg / 25 kg / 50 kg | PP with inner food-grade liner | Bulk importers and wholesale distributors |
| Jute Bag | 25 kg / 50 kg | Jute with liner option | Traditional spice trade and selected bulk buyers |
| Corrugated Carton | 5 kg / 10 kg / 20 kg | 5-ply export carton with liner | Cleaner handling and premium distribution |
| Food-Service Pack | 1 kg / 5 kg | Laminated pouch or liner bag | Hotels, restaurants, and catering supply |
| Retail Pouch | 50 g - 500 g | PET / PE or equivalent laminate | Private label and retail programs |
| Jar / Tin Pack | 50 g - 250 g | Food-grade PET or tin | Premium shelf-ready presentation |
Packing can include batch code, production date, net weight, origin statement, and buyer-specific labeling information.
PRIVATE LABEL & OEM
Build Your Green Cardamom Brand with Export Support
We support private-label Green Cardamom supply for supermarket programs, ethnic brands, gourmet spice ranges, tea and coffee houses, hospitality packs, and e-commerce sellers. Buyers who already understand the market potential of Elaichi often want a sourcing partner who can do more than just ship bulk product. They need support with pack selection, size grade, label structure, approval samples, and dependable repeat execution.
Our OEM approach is designed to be commercially practical. Importers can start with pilot SKUs, mix Green Cardamom with related spices in a broader container, or move gradually from bulk supply into branded formats as sales develop in their market.
Custom PackagingPouches, jars, tins, cartons, and food-service formats.
Label SupportIngredient, origin, barcode, and market-facing information alignment.
Pre-Production ApprovalVisual pack sample and artwork review before bulk run.
Multi-SKU ProgramsCombine Green Cardamom with Bay Leaf, Turmeric, and other spices.
Retail & HORECA PacksDesigned for supermarkets, restaurant suppliers, and online channels.
Long-Term Supply PlanningUseful for repeat buyers developing branded portfolios.
EXPORT INFORMATION
EXPORT SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Details |
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| Product | Indian Green Cardamom Whole Pods |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Incoterms Offered | FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW |
| Preferred FOB Ports | Mundra, Nhava Sheva / JNPT, Chennai, subject to routing and buyer preference |
| MOQ | Flexible — discussed by grade, size, and pack format |
| Supply Capacity | Bulk supply for importers and industrial buyers |
| MOQ - Private Label | Depends on pack format and SKU mix |
| Crop Season | July to January |
| Lead Time | Typically depends on grade confirmation, size selection, pack format, and shipping schedule |
| Sample Availability | Available for qualified B2B enquiries |
| Payment Terms | As per commercial discussion and buyer profile |
| Shipment Type | LCL, palletized dispatch, and full container loading |
| Documents Support | Commercial, origin, and compliance documents coordinated as required |
Share your required grade, size, quantity, packing format, target port, and preferred Incoterm to receive a tailored Green Cardamom export quotation from a Green Cardamom Bulk Supplier focused on B2B programs.
CONTAINER LOADING
Container Capacity Planning for Bulk and Mixed Spice Programs
Loadability depends on the packing format, net weight per bag or carton, palletization, and whether the buyer is shipping Green Cardamom alone or combining it with other products. We help buyers estimate practical shipment volume before order confirmation.
| Container | Pack Format | Indicative Quantity | Notes |
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| LCL | 10 kg / 25 kg bags or cartons | 0.5 - 5 MT | Suitable for trial orders and smaller importers |
| 20 ft FCL | 25 kg bulk bags | As per final loading plan | Common for regular wholesale programs |
| 20 ft FCL | Carton-packed format | As per carton cube and pallet plan | Useful for cleaner handling and structured receiving |
| 40 ft FCL | Bulk or mixed-SKU loading | As per commercial program | Suitable for larger volume importers and portfolio buyers |
| Mixed Container | Green Cardamom + other spices | Buyer specific | Popular for distributors building multiple lines together |
Confirmed loadability is shared with the quotation once pack format and shipment structure are finalized.
SHIPPING & LOGISTICS
From India to Your Port with Clear Dispatch Coordination
Export success depends on more than producing the right spice. It also depends on timely packing completion, booking coordination, inland movement, customs handling, cargo readiness, and document accuracy. We support the logistics side of the shipment so buyers have a clearer path from order approval to cargo arrival.
- FOB dispatch planning from major Indian ports
- CIF and CFR support for destination-port commercial offers
- Palletization, liner planning, and cargo protection guidance
- Coordination for fumigation, phytosanitary, and inspection where required
- Shipment milestone updates for active commercial orders
Transit time varies by destination, vessel schedule, and routing. Importers are encouraged to share delivery windows early so production and dispatch can be aligned to the shipment plan.
SHELF LIFE
SHELF LIFE & PRODUCT STABILITY
Under recommended storage conditions, Green Cardamom offers a shelf life of up to 24 months. The product is naturally aromatic, so long-term stability depends heavily on moisture protection, odor isolation, cool storage, and warehouse discipline after arrival. Buyers using the product for premium retail, tea, coffee, or sensitive blends should rotate stock systematically to preserve optimal aroma strength.
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STORAGE
STORAGE GUIDELINES
| Parameter | Requirement | Reason |
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| Temperature | Cool ambient storage preferred; ideally below 25°C | Helps preserve aroma and reduce quality deterioration |
| Humidity | Low-humidity dry warehouse | Reduces moisture uptake and mould risk |
| Ventilation | Clean, well-ventilated area | Prevents condensation and stale storage conditions |
| Light Exposure | Avoid prolonged direct sunlight | Protects colour, product quality, and pack integrity |
| Stacking | Palletized and stable stacking | Reduces crushing and bag damage |
| Odor Isolation | Store away from chemicals and strong odors | Green Cardamom can absorb surrounding smells over time |
| Pest Control | Use a clean pest-managed food-grade warehouse | Protects long-term stock condition |
| Stock Rotation | FIFO recommended | Improves freshness management for repeat sales |
MOISTURE CONTROL
Why Moisture Matters in Green Cardamom Export
Moisture is one of the most important commercial control points in Green Cardamom export. Excess moisture can weaken aroma retention, create mould risk, reduce storage performance, and increase buyer complaints after sea transit. That is why the product specification clearly defines a maximum moisture level of 10%.
For importers, this is not just a lab value. It affects cargo stability, pallet behavior, receiving condition, repacking yield, and shelf performance. Buyers shipping into humid regions or storing stock for extended periods should align packing and warehouse strategy with this parameter from the start.
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BUYER GUIDE
BUYER HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
Store Below 25°C
Prefer cool ambient storage to help maintain colour, aroma, and commercial shelf performance.
Avoid Moisture
Move cargo into a dry warehouse promptly and avoid damp floors or open humid areas.
Avoid Direct Sunlight
Protect packed Green Cardamom from prolonged sun exposure that can stress colour and packaging.
Keep Packaging Airtight
Once opened for repacking, reseal promptly in food-grade airtight packs or barrier bags.
Away From Strong Odours
Store in a food-grade warehouse away from chemicals, detergents, and strongly scented goods.
Use FIFO Method
Plan dispatch by arrival date so older stock moves first and premium lots remain commercially attractive.
EXPORT DOCUMENTS
EXPORT DOCUMENTATION
Documents are coordinated according to shipment type, destination, and buyer compliance needs.
- Commercial Invoice — Product details, quantity, value, and trade terms.
- Packing List — Pack count, net weight, gross weight, and shipment breakdown.
- Bill of Lading — Ocean shipment transport document.
- Certificate of Origin — Confirms Indian origin for customs and trade use.
- Certificate of Analysis — Product quality document based on agreed parameters.
- Phytosanitary Certificate — Provided where destination regulations require it.
- Fumigation Certificate — Coordinated when required by destination market or buyer.
- Inspection Certificate — Available through third-party agencies when requested.
- Health / Food-Related Support Documents — Shared as applicable for the shipment program.
- Insurance Certificate — Available for CIF orders where applicable.
WHY CHOOSE TRUE INDIAN SPICE
A Practical B2B Partner for Green Cardamom Export from India
Buyers need more than a supplier. They need a partner who understands export detail, product expectations, market communication, and repeat-order discipline. Our Green Cardamom program is built around those needs as a Premium Green Cardamom Supplier for global B2B buyers.
Origin-Focused Sourcing
Commercially suitable Indian Green Cardamom selected for market-relevant aroma, colour, and size.
Export-Oriented Quality Control
Focus on moisture, purity, foreign matter, size grading, visual quality, and shipment readiness.
Clear Commercial Documentation
Buyer-facing paperwork support for customs, compliance, and shipment execution.
Global Market Awareness
Support for importers selling into tea, coffee, bakery, confectionery, HORECA, and private-label channels.
Flexible Packing Formats
Bulk bags, cartons, food-service packs, and private-label consumer units.
Responsive RFQ Support
Fast commercial coordination for buyers sharing destination, quantity, size, and format requirements.
COUNTRIES WE EXPORT TO
Our export programs are structured for international buyers across major spice-importing, beverage, and ethnic-food markets.
United States
Canada
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Netherlands
Belgium
Italy
Spain
Poland
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Kuwait
Bahrain
Singapore
Malaysia
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
Kenya
Mauritius
Japan
South Korea
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GREEN CARDAMOM EXPORT FAQ
Yes. We supply Indian Green Cardamom whole pods in bulk for spice importers, tea and coffee manufacturers, bakery and confectionery buyers, hotels, restaurants, distributors, and private-label programs.
We discuss Bold, Extra Bold, Premium Export Grade, and commercial grade options based on pod size, colour, aroma, and destination market needs. Size bands such as 6mm, 7mm, 7.5mm, 8mm, and 8+mm can also be aligned during RFQ.
The botanical name is Elettaria cardamomum. Common trade names include Small Cardamom and Elaichi.
Core parameters include Indian origin, natural green colour, whole pod appearance, sweet & aromatic taste, strong natural aroma, maximum 10% moisture, 99% purity, less than 1% foreign matter, and 24 months shelf life.
Lots are dried, checked, and packed to a maximum 10% moisture target with liner options that protect aroma and reduce mould risk during sea transit and warehouse storage.
Certificate of Analysis support is available, and third-party testing can be coordinated for parameters such as microbiology, pesticide residues, heavy metals, and other market-specific requirements.
Yes. Private-label and OEM support can include pouches, jars, tins, cartons, and food-service packs, subject to MOQ and artwork approval.
Yes. Qualified B2B buyers can request samples for colour, size, aroma, and sensory review before commercial order confirmation.
Yes. We can discuss FOB, CIF, CFR, or EXW terms depending on the buyer's shipping preference and destination market. Share quantity, destination port, and pack format for an accurate offer.
We support buyers across major markets including the USA, Canada, UK, EU countries, GCC, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Japan, and South Korea, subject to commercial feasibility.
Commercial export documentation and buyer-facing shipment coordination are supported according to product, destination, and importer requirements, including invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, COA, and destination-related certificates where required.
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry, clean, food-grade warehouse away from sunlight, moisture, and strong odours. Keep packs airtight where possible, store on pallets, and use FIFO rotation.
READY TO SOURCE GREEN CARDAMOM IN BULK FROM INDIA?
Share your destination, quantity, target grade, preferred size, packing requirement, and preferred Incoterm to receive a tailored Green Cardamom quotation for import, tea and coffee manufacturing, bakery, confectionery, food-service, or private-label supply.
