Cardamom
| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Small, green or brownish-green pods containing black seeds |
| Odor | Strong, aromatic, sweet-spicy |
| Taste | Sweet, slightly pungent and spicy |
| Particle Size | 80-100 mesh (fine powder) |
| Bulk Density | 0.60 - 0.75 g/cm³ |
| Moisture Content | 8% Max |
| Ash Content | 5% Max |
| Essential Oil Content | 3-5% (min) |
| Volatile Oil Content | 3-4% (min) |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% Max |
| Purity | 95% (min) |
| Color | Green (or brownish-green for old cardamom) |