English Name: | Turmeric Powder |
About
India is the largest producer and exporter of turmeric powder.
Bangladesh, Pakistan, Taiwan, Srilanka, Burma are other significant producers of turmeric powder.
US is the largest exporter of turmeric, India provides 90 % of the US demand, followed by Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka & Bangladesh.
Pure turmeric powder :
- Moisture : 7% (Max)
- Curcumin content : Min 2.30%
- Ash : 6.5% (Max)
- Ash Insoluble : 0.5% (Max)
- Total Starch : 50% (Max)
- Chromate Test : Negative
No insects / No mildew / No foreign materials Natural color and smell.
Features:
- Rich aroma
- Great flavor
- Purity
- Longer shelf life
Turmeric in food as a spice and considered safe.
However, taking large amounts of turmeric and curcumin in supplement form for long periods of time may cause stomach upset and, in extreme cases, ulcers.
People who have gallstones or obstruction of the bile passages should talk to their doctor before taking turmeric.
Usage
The yellow colour of turmeric is due to curcumin and related compounds.
1) There are various benefits and uses of turmeric powder from food to medicines.
2) Turmeric is useful for its colours ,flavors,cosmetic and medicinal properties.
3) Turmeric powder extracts and curcumin also exhibit antioxidant property.
Information
Turmeric powder, a bright yellow spice from the rhizome of the curcuma longa plant, has a long history of traditional uses.
Turmeric powder is made from dry turmeric rhizomes.
Turmeric main ingredient is “curcumin ”which exhibit a wide range of medicinal activities.
Packing
25 Kg in HDPE Laminated Paper bags.