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What are the physical quality parameters of cardamom?

Whole Cardamom
Guatemala
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By Jinwoo Cheon
Updated 2021년 9월 15일
The quality of cardamom can be observed physically from the moisture content (should be less than 10%), oil content (6.6% - 10%), capsule size, color, aroma, and taste. There should not be any deformation and infections also.
  • The moisture content of not more than 10%
  • Oil content between 6.6% to 10%
  • Size of the capsules
  • Color of the capsules (for green and red, color should be bright and shiny in appearance)
  • Aroma and taste of the cardamom capsule (should be fresh in aroma and free of including rancidity and mustiness)
  • Free of deformation and infections. Cardamom capsules and seeds shall also be free from visible moulds and insect infestation
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