Green Cardamom (Choti Elaichi)
Kerala Large-Bold Grade — Queen of Indian Spices
Green Cardamom (Choti Elaichi) — Export Quality from India
Green Cardamom (Choti Elaichi) FROM INDIA
The Idukki district of Kerala is the cardamom capital of India — and arguably the world. High altitude (800–1500m), heavy rainfall, and cool tropical climate produce cardamom pods with the bold size, intense green colour, high essential oil content, and complex eucalyptus-spice aroma that makes Kerala cardamom the preferred choice for Middle Eastern chai, Scandinavian pastries, and premium spice blends globally. Aethon Overseas sources large-bold grade directly from Idukki estate farmers.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Size Grade | Bold (8mm+) / Medium (7–8mm) / Small (6–7mm) | Sieve size grading |
| Essential Oil | Minimum 6% (bold) | Steam distillation |
| Moisture | Maximum 12% | Hot air oven method |
| Colour | Deep green, uniform | Visual grading |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% | Visual inspection |
| Broken Pods | Maximum 5% | Visual inspection |
| Pesticide Residue | Below EU MRL limits | Multi-residue LCMS |
AVAILABLE FORMS & VARIANTS
Large Bold Green
8mm+ premium pods
Medium Green
7–8mm standard grade
Cardamom Seeds
Decapsulated seed kernels
Cardamom Powder
Fresh ground, aromatic
USES & APPLICATIONS
Beverage
- Middle Eastern cardamom coffee
- Masala chai and herbal teas
- Energy drinks and functional drinks
Bakery
- Scandinavian cardamom bread
- Pastries, cookies, and cakes
- Spiced bun and roll recipes
Confectionery
- Mithais and Indian sweets
- Chocolate and ice cream flavouring
- Premium dessert garnishing
Pharmaceutical & Retail
- Digestive aids and breath fresheners
- Ayurvedic preparations
- Whole pod and powder consumer packs
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
Packaging Options
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Pouches | 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg | 50kg |
| Bulk Bags | 5kg, 10kg | 50kg |
| Retail Gift Boxes | 50g, 100g | 500 units |
Shipping Information
- Air Freight: 3–7 days worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35 days
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra / JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
QUALITY ASSURANCE & DOCUMENTATION
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
APEDA Registration
Mandatory agri export certification
FSSAI License
Indian food safety compliance
Fumigation Certificate
ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
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