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Kali Mirch · Piper nigrum L.

Black Pepper

Grown on the Malabar coast where pepper has been traded for centuries. Choose bold Tellicherry or classic Malabar grades, whole or freshly ground, with piperine checked on every lot.

  • Piperine3–6%
  • GradesTellicherry & Malabar
  • FormsWhole or ground

Quantities are indicative — we confirm the final specification and price in our quotation.

Specification
Botanical namePiper nigrum L.
Local nameKali Mirch
OriginIndia — Kerala and Karnataka (Malabar coast)
GradesTellicherry and Malabar
FormsWhole or ground
Piperine3–6%
Moisture, bulk density & microbiologyTo buyer specification, confirmed on the COA for each lot
HS heading0904 11 / 0904 12
PackagingRetail packs from 400 g · 25–50 kg PP bags · vacuum-sealed · private label on request
DocumentsCOA every batch · phytosanitary · certificate of origin · fumigation report
TermsFOB, CIF or as required · trial orders welcome

Typical values. Final specifications are agreed per contract and confirmed on the certificate of analysis for each lot. HS headings are shown for reference — please confirm the full tariff line for your destination with your customs broker.

Where it’s used

Grinders & table pepperMeat processingSeasoning blendsRetail & private label
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