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Premium Indian Turmeric Powder (Curcumin Rich)

Verified Exporter  ·  EXP01047
Product Code  ·  NEP27170

Premium Indian Turmeric Powder (Curcumin Rich)

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Premium Indian Turmeric Powder manufactured from carefully selected turmeric fingers. Rich natural colour, high curcumin content, hygienically processed and packed. Suitable for retail, wholesale, food processing industries and international markets. Available in 100g, 200g, 250g, 500g, 1kg retail p...

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Minimum Order 100
Origin Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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About This Product

Premium Indian Turmeric Powder is milled from carefully selected turmeric fingers sourced from Maharashtra's Sangli belt, one of India's recognized high-curcumin growing regions known for bold rhizome size and rich natural color. The powder is hygienically processed and packed to retain both its curcumin content and its characteristic deep yellow-orange hue, making it suitable for culinary use, food processing, nutraceutical applications, and Ayurvedic product manufacturing. Operating from Mumbai as a processing and export base, we source directly from Sangli's turmeric growers and handle grading, milling, and shipment documentation for retail, wholesale, and industrial buyers. For international importers and food manufacturers, this means access to genuinely high-curcumin turmeric with the FSSAI, ISO, and phytosanitary documentation import markets require.

Product Specifications

AttributeDetails / Value
Botanical NameCurcuma longa
Growing RegionSangli, Maharashtra
Curcumin Content4-6% (high-curcumin grade)
ColorDeep yellow-orange, uniform
Mesh Size60-80 mesh, fine free-flowing powder
Moisture ContentMax. 10%
Total AshMax. 7%
Acid Insoluble AshMax. 1.5%
Foreign MatterNil
Heavy MetalsWithin limits for US and EU import regulations
Microbial StandardsSalmonella absent, meets Codex limits
Shelf Life18-24 months in sealed packaging, cool dry storage
HS Code0910.30.30 (turmeric, powder), confirm with CHA

High-Curcumin vs. Standard Grade: What Buyers Are Actually Paying For

Why Curcumin Content Is the Number That Matters Most

Curcumin percentage is the primary quality marker buyers check before accepting a shipment labeled "premium," and anything testing below 3% doesn't hold up to that label in a competitive market. Sangli turmeric typically runs 4-6%, placing it well above standard commodity grades and closer to what nutraceutical and Ayurvedic manufacturers specifically require, since their formulations depend on a verified curcumin concentration rather than just color and aroma.

Where Standard Grade Still Fits

Food service and catering buyers working at volume often don't need the curcumin premium, since their priority is a consistent, bright yellow hue for bulk cooking rather than a specific curcumin percentage on a label. Buyers should confirm which quality marker their end use actually depends on before paying for the higher grade, since a hotel kitchen and a nutraceutical formulator are checking for entirely different things in the same jar of powder.

Why Source from Mumbai, Maharashtra

Sangli's turmeric growing conditions produce the large, bold rhizomes that give this region its curcumin advantage over many other Indian growing belts, and Mumbai's proximity keeps the distance between farm, processing, and port short. This matters for a spice product where moisture control and prompt milling protect both color and curcumin retention. Mumbai's port infrastructure and established spice trading networks support both small retail-pack orders and full container bulk shipments without requiring buyers to work through a less specialized logistics chain.

Packaging and Trade Details

Packaging Options

Retail packs available in 100g, 200g, 250g, 500g, and 1kg formats, sealed for shelf stability and moisture protection. Export bulk packing in 25kg and 50kg multi-layer bags with inner liners for wholesale and food processing buyers. Custom branding and private label packaging available on request for both retail and bulk formats.

Export and Logistics

  • MOQ: 500kg for standard bulk orders, adjustable for private label runs, confirm current minimum for retail-pack orders
  • HS Code: 0910.30.30 for turmeric powder, confirm exact classification with your customs broker as whole finger turmeric falls under a separate code, 0910.30.10
  • Port of Loading: Mumbai (JNPT)
  • Lead Time: Confirm current stock availability and shipping schedule based on order size and packaging format

Certifications

FSSAI license for food processing and packaging, ISO 9001 certified processing facility, phytosanitary certificate from India's Plant Quarantine Department, Certificate of Origin, heavy metal and curcumin content test reports available per batch. Organic certification available on request where sourced from certified organic farms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What curcumin content should premium turmeric powder have?

Buyers generally expect at least 3% curcumin for a product marketed as premium, and anything testing below that doesn't hold up to the label. Sangli-origin turmeric typically runs 4-6%, placing it above standard commodity grades and closer to what nutraceutical and Ayurvedic manufacturers specifically require.

What packaging sizes are available for turmeric powder export?

Retail packs are available in 100g, 200g, 250g, 500g, and 1kg sizes, and bulk export packing comes in 25kg and 50kg multi-layer bags. Custom branding and private label packaging are available on request for both formats.

Why does heavy metal testing matter for turmeric export?

US and EU import regulations enforce strict heavy metal limits on spices, and turmeric has faced particular scrutiny in recent years over lead content from certain processing practices. Buyers should request a Certificate of Analysis confirming heavy metal levels before the first shipment rather than assuming compliance.

What is the difference between whole turmeric finger and turmeric powder?

Whole turmeric finger is the unmilled rhizome, generally used for industrial processing or buyers who want to control their own milling. Turmeric powder is finely ground and ready for direct culinary, food processing, or nutraceutical use, and the two carry separate HS classifications.

What HS code applies to turmeric powder exports from India?

Turmeric powder is classified under HS code 0910.30.30. Whole finger turmeric falls under the separate code 0910.30.10, so confirm the correct classification with your customs broker based on the specific product form being shipped.