XP-0022 Spices
Ajwain
Top-grade Ajwain with rich aroma and intense flavor, processed under hygienic conditions for global export.
FSSAIISO 22000APEDA
Min. Order
500 Kg
🌿 Vegetarian Product
✓ Non-GMO
🌱 Organic Available
Spices SKU: XP-0007
Turmeric
Top-grade Turmeric with rich aroma and intense flavor, processed under hygienic conditions for global export.
Commercial Trade Terms
Min. Order (MOQ)
500 Kg
HS Code
0910
Origin
India
Price Range
Price on Request
Export Documents
- Certificate of Origin (Spices Board / Chamber of Commerce)
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Spices Board of India Certificate
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — curcumin assay
- Pesticide Residue & Aflatoxin Report (EU MRL)
- Fumigation Certificate (if required)
- GI Authenticity Certificate (Alleppey, where applicable)
Available Bag Sizes
100g500g1kg5kg25kg50kg
Available Bag Types
PP (Polypropylene)BOPP LaminatedJuteVacuum PackHDPE-Lined Bulk Bag
Product Overview
COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Experience the authentic taste of India with our premium Turmeric. Sourced from selected farms, it undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure maximum potency, aroma, and flavor retention for international markets. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Turmeric meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide. Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Turmeric is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.
As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, IndianXporter ensures that our Turmeric meets the stringent quality requirements of international markets. Our robust supply chain allows us to fulfill bulk orders consistently, offering highly competitive FOB and CIF pricing to our B2B partners worldwide.
Our processing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring that every shipment of Turmeric is thoroughly sorted, cleaned, and graded. We adhere to global food safety and industrial standards, backed by third-party inspections from agencies like SGS upon buyer request.
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Varieties Found in India
Regional cultivars available for bulk export
Erode / Salem
Tamil Nadu
Most exported. 3–4% curcumin. Standard food industry grade.
Nizamabad
Telangana
Finger variety. Bright yellow colour, moderate curcumin.
Lakadong
Meghalaya
Premium grade. 7–9% curcumin — highest in the world. Pharmaceutical use.
Rajapore
Sangli, Maharashtra
Deep colour, bold aroma. Preferred for cosmetic & dye industry.
Alleppey
Kerala
High curcumin (5–6%), deep orange. EU Organic certified available.
Specific variety available on request — mention in your RFQ.
What is Turmeric?
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a rhizomatous herbaceous plant whose underground tuber is prized globally for its golden pigment (curcumin), culinary flavor, and medicinal properties. India is the world's largest turmeric producer, consumer, and exporter — with primary cultivation in Telangana (Nizamabad), Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu. The global turmeric market has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade, driven by clinical research into curcumin's anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties, spurring pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food-technology applications. Indian turmeric, particularly Alleppey and Nizamabad varieties, is internationally renowned for its high curcumin content (6–8%), color saturation, and Spices Board certification. While Indonesia and Vietnam are emerging lower-cost producers, India maintains structural leadership on curcumin content, pharmaceutical-grade certification, and scaled extraction infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
| Curcumin Content | 6.0–8.5% (Alleppey Premium Grade) |
| Colour (ISO) | ≥ 1500 (spectrophotometric measure of pigment saturation) |
| Volatile Oil | 3.5–5.5% |
| Moisture | 10% Max |
| Total Ash | 8% Max |
| Acid-Insoluble Ash | 1.5% Max |
| Foreign Matter | < 1% |
| Forms Available | Whole Rhizome / Finger / Powder / Oleoresin / Curcumin Extract |
| Key Varieties | Alleppey (highest curcumin), Nizamabad, Madras, Salem |
| Ideal Storage Temperature | 10–15°C with <60% relative humidity |
Commercial Grades & Classification
Alleppey Finger (Premium)
Processing: Hand-selected fingers, high-curcumin selection
Colour: Deep orange-red, high pigment
Use Case: Pharmaceutical/nutraceutical, curcumin extraction, premium retail
+25–40% over Nizamabad bulb
Nizamabad Bulb / Finger
Processing: Machine cleaned, polished
Colour: Bright yellow-orange
Use Case: Food processing, retail powder, blending
Base export grade
Turmeric Powder
Processing: Ground from cleaned fingers, sieved
Colour: Vivid yellow
Use Case: Retail, food manufacturing, golden-milk and beverage
Value-added; +$200–400/MT over whole
Curcumin Extract (95%)
Processing: Solvent extraction and standardisation
Colour: Orange-yellow powder
Use Case: Nutraceutical and pharmaceutical formulation
Priced per kg of curcumin assay
Indicative FOB Pricing
Prices are indicative. Request a formal quote for contractual pricing.
| Grade | FOB Price (USD/MT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alleppey Finger (6–8% curcumin) | $1,300 – $1,900/MT | High-curcumin premium finger — Q1 2026 indicative |
| Nizamabad Finger / Bulb | $950 – $1,300/MT | Food processing and retail benchmark |
| Turmeric Powder | $1,100 – $1,600/MT | Value-added ground turmeric |
| Curcumin Extract (95%) | $18 – $35/kg | Standardised nutraceutical extract |
Price Influencing Factors
- •India Kharif/Rabi crop in Telangana (Nizamabad) and Tamil Nadu — the primary supply driver
- •Curcumin content — high-curcumin Alleppey lots command pharma and extraction premiums
- •Monsoon dependency — poor monsoon cuts yields and spikes prices 40–50%
- •Nutraceutical/curcumin demand — supplement-industry offtake drives high-assay premiums
- •USD/INR exchange rate — INR depreciation improves Indian FOB competitiveness
- •Aflatoxin/pesticide compliance — clean lots avoid EU rejection discounts
India vs Indonesia / Vietnam: Turmeric Comparison
India produces 75–80% of global turmeric and leads decisively on curcumin content. Indian Alleppey turmeric (6–8% curcumin) is the world benchmark for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical extraction versus lower-curcumin Indonesian and Vietnamese commodity supply.
| Aspect | 🇮🇳 India | 🌏 Indonesia / Vietnam |
|---|---|---|
| Curcumin Content | 6–8% (Alleppey) — pharma/extraction grade | 3–5% — commodity colouring |
| Global Share | 75–80% of production, 55–60% of trade | Emerging lower-cost producers |
| Extraction Infrastructure | Integrated curcumin extraction in Kerala/Gujarat | Limited standardised-extract capacity |
| Certification | Spices Board, GI (Alleppey), EU MRL, organic | Less standardised certification |
| FOB Price | Quality premium on high-curcumin | Lower commodity pricing |
Applications & End-Use Markets
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Nutraceutical & Pharmaceutical
High-curcumin Alleppey turmeric and standardised 95% curcumin extract supply the supplement and pharmaceutical industries for anti-inflammatory, joint-health, and cognitive formulations.
USAGermanyJapanSouth KoreaIndia
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Food Processing & Colour
Turmeric powder and oleoresin are used as natural colour and flavour in curries, sauces, snacks, mustard, and processed foods worldwide.
USAUKGermanyNetherlandsUAE
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Functional Beverages & Wellness
Turmeric/golden-milk lattes, curcumin smoothies, and anti-inflammatory beverages drive bulk turmeric demand from CPG and premium beverage brands.
USAUKAustraliaGermany
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Cosmetics & Ayurveda
Turmeric powder and curcumin extract are anti-aging, brightening, and anti-acne actives in premium skincare and Ayurvedic beauty formulations.
South KoreaUSAIndiaEU
Global Trade Architecture
Primary Supply Origins
India
75–80% of global productionNizamabad (Telangana), Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra; Alleppey high-curcumin GI grade.
Indonesia
Emerging producerLower-cost commodity turmeric, lower curcumin.
Vietnam / Myanmar
Growing producersRegional commodity supply at lower curcumin levels.
Key Consumption Nodes
USA — supplement & food hubs
Largest market for Indian turmeric — supplement makers, functional-food and beverage brands.
European Union — Germany
Volume food and growing nutraceutical demand; strict EU MRL and aflatoxin compliance.
Middle East — UAE, Saudi Arabia
Strong culinary, gifting, and traditional-medicine demand.
Japan & South Korea
Premium high-curcumin, pesticide-free, and cosmetics-grade demand.
Market Intelligence
Turmeric has undergone a dramatic transformation from a traditional culinary spice to a global pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic ingredient powerhouse. The clinical validation of curcumin's anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective, and immunomodulatory properties has created explosive demand across supplement brands, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and functional food companies. The global turmeric and curcumin market exceeds $3.2-3.8 billion annually, with India commanding 75-80% of global production and 55-60% of international trade. India's strategic dominance stems from superior curcumin content (6-8% in Alleppey premium grades vs. 3-5% global average), integrated extraction infrastructure, and GI-tagged supply certification. Market segmentation spans commodity powder ($2.50-4/kg wholesale), pharmaceutical-grade turmeric ($5-8/kg), and standardized curcumin extracts ($15-30/kg), with premium segments experiencing 18-22% annual growth.
Market Size
Global turmeric and curcumin trade: ~$3.2-3.8B annually; India's share: ~$500-650M (growing 11-14% annually); Nutraceutical segment: ~$1.2-1.5B globally; Pharmaceutical-grade: ~$800M-1B globally; Cosmetics ingredient segment: ~$300-400M globally
Growth Rate
~11-14% CAGR overall; Premium segments (pharmaceutical-grade, curcumin extracts): 18-22% CAGR; Functional food applications: 15-18% CAGR; Cosmetics/skincare: 12-15% CAGR
Core Demand Drivers
- Nutraceutical supplement explosion — curcumin supplement market growing 18-22% annually driven by published clinical research on joint health, cognitive function, inflammation management; brands like Gaia, Nature's Way, Life Extension increasing orders 25-30% annually
- Pharmaceutical-grade curcumin for clinical trials — bioavailability-enhanced curcumin formulations (phytosome, nanoparticle, liposomal) driving pharma-grade demand 20%+ annually; oncology, neurology, arthritis research expanding
- Functional food and wellness beverage boom — turmeric lattes, golden milk, curcumin smoothies, anti-inflammatory beverages launching at 500+ brands globally; Starbucks, major CPG companies, premium beverage startups driving bulk turmeric demand
- Clean-label cosmetics and skincare premiumisation — turmeric powder, curcumin extract as anti-aging, brightening, anti-acne active in premium skincare (K-beauty, European luxury, Ayurvedic beauty brands); cosmetics segment growing 12-15% annually
- Food fortification and functional staples — turmeric-fortified rice, wheat, noodles, fortified milk, protein products in Asia-Pacific targeting health-conscious consumers; institutional bulk orders from food manufacturers and government nutrition programs
Supply Dynamics
India produces 900,000-1,100,000 MT annually with primary concentration in Nizamabad/Telangana (80% of output), Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. Harvest season December-March provides concentrated supply; prices lowest April-June as new crop inventory peaks. Curcumin content varies geographically — Alleppey (Kerala) varieties achieve 6-8% curcumin premium; Nizamabad achieves 5-6%; other regions 3-5%. Pharmaceutical-grade extraction capacity concentrated in Kerala (60% of Indian curcumin extract production), Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat. Bioavailability-enhanced technologies (phytosome, nanoparticle formulation) increasingly domesticated, reducing import dependence. Supply constraints emerge from quality/certification bottlenecks rather than volume availability.
⚠ India Risk Factor
Monsoon dependency (June-September) creates cultivation volatility — poor monsoons reduce yields 20-30%, spike prices 40-50%. Fungal diseases (leaf spot, rhizome rot) endemic during wet seasons, requiring costly interventions. Post-harvest aflatoxin contamination from storage moisture risks; strict fumigation/testing required for pharma-grade. Currency fluctuation (INR/USD) impacts export competitiveness; INR weakness improves pricing, strengthening reduces margins. Competition from lower-cost regional producers (Indonesia, Vietnam, China) threatening commodity segment. Regulatory changes in EU (pesticide residue limits, mycotoxin thresholds) require compliance investments.
Future Outlook
Bioavailability-enhanced curcumin formats (phytosome, nanoparticle, liposomal) will be the highest-growth segment, commanding 25-35% price premiums and driving 20%+ annual volume growth by 2028. Pharmaceutical-grade turmeric and standardized extracts will expand from $1B to $1.5-1.8B market by 2028. Organic certification adoption will expand from 5-10% to 20-25% market share, commanding 25-35% premiums. India's vertical integration (cultivation → extraction → formulation) will increasingly capture downstream value, transitioning from commodity exporter to branded ingredient supplier. Clinical evidence expansion (Alzheimer's, cardiovascular, metabolic disease applications) will drive 15-20% additional volume growth in pharma segment.
HS / HSN Codes
| Product Type | HS 6-Digit | ITC-HS 8-Digit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turmeric (Whole / Fingers) | 0910.30 | 09103010 | Turmeric (Curcuma), neither crushed nor ground |
| Turmeric Powder (Ground) | 0910.30 | 09103020 | Turmeric, crushed or ground (powder) |
| Curcumin Extract / Oleoresin | 3203.00 | 32030020 | Curcumin / turmeric oleoresin colouring matter |
Certifications & Compliance Standards
| Standard | Code / Reference | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Spices Board of India | SB Certificate | Mandatory for all turmeric exports from India |
| ASTA Cleanliness Specs | ASTA Method | Cleanliness benchmark for turmeric powder and fingers |
| EU MRL & Mycotoxin | EC 396/2005 / EC 1881/2006 | Pesticide and aflatoxin limits — critical for EU pharma/food entry |
| GI Tag | Alleppey Turmeric GI | Geographical Indication protection for high-curcumin Alleppey origin |
| EU / NPOP Organic | EC 834/2007 / NPOP | Available for certified organic turmeric |
Storage, Handling & Logistics
Shelf Life
24–36 months in sealed, dry, cool storage
Storage Conditions
Below 15°C, <60% relative humidity, in airtight, food-grade PP bags with desiccant packs to prevent moisture absorption and aflatoxin development
Container Type
20ft/40ft FCL with ventilated, moisture-barrier PP bags. Bulk turmeric powder in 25–50kg PP bags with HDPE inner liner; each MT typically packed in 40x25kg units.
Fumigation
Phosphine fumigation standard for all turmeric powder shipments; fumigation certificate provided. Some buyers (EU, Japan) request non-chemical thermal fumigation for organic lots.
Storage Advantage
Turmeric's natural antimicrobial properties and stable pigment composition allow extended shelf life compared to most spices. Properly stored turmeric actually deepens in color and aroma with controlled aging.
Why Source Turmeric from India?
- Highest curcumin content globally — Alleppey variety consistently delivers 6–8% curcumin, the world benchmark
- Pharmaceutical-grade certification — Spices Board India and ISO certifications guarantee curcumin standards and pesticide-clean compliance
- Integrated extraction infrastructure — curcumin extraction and bioavailability-technology capabilities (phytosome, nanoparticle formulation) all sourced domestically
- GI-tagged supply — Alleppey Turmeric has Geographical Indication protection, assuring authenticity and origin premium
- Cost competitive — 30–40% lower FOB pricing than established European or Middle Eastern processors
- Flexible product forms — whole rhizome, finger, powder, oleoresin, and curcumin extract all available from integrated supply chain
Industrial Usage
Essential raw materials for spice blends, seasoning manufacturing, and oleoresin extraction. High-purity technical grades available for industrial procurement and technical application.
Standard
Technical Grade
Supply
Bulk Only
Packaging & Logistics
Standard Packaging
Steam Sterilized Laminated Bags / Cartons
Private Label / OEM
Custom Grinding & Private Labeling
Port of Loading
Chennai or Nhava Sheva Port
Incoterms
FOB, CIF, CFR accepted
Global Export Reach for Turmeric
IndianXporter successfully exports Turmeric to major international markets. Click your region below to view destination-specific compliance and shipping details.
Industrial Application Verticals
B2B Solutions
Private Label Turmeric
Establish your own brand in the international market. We provide end-to-end custom white-label packaging and branding solutions for retail distribution. Get retail-ready Turmeric under your brand name with our expert OEM services.
- Custom pouch, jar & bulk bag design
- Multi-lingual labeling & regulatory compliance
- FSSAI, ISO & FDA certified facilities
- Flexible packaging sizes (100g to 50kg)
Retail Ready
From Design to Delivery
Export Markets
USA UAE Europe South East Asia
We provide market-specific compliance documentation for each destination. Contact us for country-specific certifications.
Importing Turmeric: B2B FAQs
What is the lead time for a bulk order of Turmeric?
Our standard lead time for Turmeric is 7-14 business days from order confirmation to dispatch from an Indian port. For private label orders, allow an additional 5 days for packaging customization.
Can I request a sample of Turmeric before placing a full container order?
Yes, we provide 100g to 500g samples of Turmeric for quality validation. Sample costs are usually free, with the buyer covering international courier charges (DHL/FedEx).
Which Incoterms do you offer for Turmeric?
We primarily quote on FOB (Nhava Sheva/Mundra) or CIF (Destination Port) basis. We can also provide CFR and door-to-door DDP pricing for specific regions upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Turmeric?
Our standard MOQ for Turmeric is 500 Kg. However, we can accommodate smaller trial orders or mixed container shipments (LCL) for new B2B partners seeking to evaluate our quality.
Do you provide samples and laboratory reports for Turmeric?
Yes, we provide pre-shipment samples and comprehensive laboratory testing reports (including pesticide residues, heavy metals, and purity analysis) for Turmeric to ensure full compliance with your destination country's regulations.
What are the export logistics and lead times for bulk orders?
We primarily ship through Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Mundra ports using FOB, CIF, or CFR terms. Standard lead time for Turmeric is 15-25 business days from the receipt of the Advance Payment or confirmed L/C.
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Industry-grade turmeric supply with technical COA and specifications.