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Indian Spices · Whole Spices
Green Cardamom
Elettaria cardamomum
Green cardamom pods from the Idukki hills, graded by diameter (6–8 mm+) and colour for retail, sweets, coffee and spice blends.
- Origin
- India
- HS code
- 0908.31
- Minimum order
- 1 MT or mixed container
- Shelf life
- 18 months
Forms
Whole podsSeeds
Grades
AGEB (Alleppey Green Extra Bold)AGB (Alleppey Green Bold)AGS-1 (Alleppey Green Superior)Cardamom Seeds (decorticated)
PDF · product details, specification table and contact details
Product details
| Product | Green Cardamom |
|---|---|
| Botanical / technical name | Elettaria cardamomum |
| Category | Indian Spices › Whole Spices |
| Forms available | Whole pods, Seeds |
| Varieties / grades | AGEB (Alleppey Green Extra Bold), AGB (Alleppey Green Bold), AGS-1 (Alleppey Green Superior), Cardamom Seeds (decorticated) |
| Origin | India |
| HS code (indicative) | 0908.31 |
| Packing | 10kg/20kg Cartons with inner poly lining; Custom small boxes/pouches |
| Container load, 20 ft | On request |
| Container load, 40 ft | On request |
| Shelf life | 18 months |
| Minimum order | 1 MT, or part of a mixed container |
| Port & terms | Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mumbai · FOB, CFR, CIF |
Typical specifications
| Moisture | Max 12.0% |
|---|---|
| Volatile Oil | Min 4.0% v/w |
| Size (Diameter) | 6mm - 7mm - 8mm+ (Bold / Extra Bold) |
| Immaturity | Max 2.0% by count |
| Thrips/Damaged | Max 1.0% by count |
| Foreign Matter | Max 0.5% |
Values are typical. Final specifications are confirmed per contract and lot, with a certificate of analysis.
Green Cardamom in other languages
- Hindi
- हरी इलायची
- Gujarati
- લીલી એલચી
- Tamil
- ஏலக்காய்
- Arabic
- هيل أخضر
- Persian
- هل سبز
- Spanish
- Cardamomo verde
- Portuguese
- Cardamomo verde
- French
- Cardamome verte
- German
- Grüner Kardamom
- Italian
- Cardamomo verde
- Dutch
- Groene kardemom
- Russian
- Зелёный кардамон
- Turkish
- Yeşil kakule
- Chinese
- 绿豆蔻
- Japanese
- グリーンカルダモン
- Korean
- 녹두구 (카다멈)
- Malay
- Buah pelaga hijau
- Indonesian
- Kapulaga hijau
Green Cardamom: questions buyers ask
What is the botanical name of green cardamom?
Green Cardamom is supplied as Elettaria cardamomum. Available forms: Whole pods, Seeds.
What is the minimum order quantity for green cardamom?
For bulk green cardamom we usually start at 1 metric ton. You can also add it to a mixed 20 ft or 40 ft container with other products — useful for trial orders and smaller importers.
How is green cardamom packed for export?
10kg/20kg Cartons with inner poly lining; Custom small boxes/pouches. Indicative container load: 20 ft — On request; 40 ft — On request. Private label packing with your artwork and barcodes is available.
Where can I get the specification for green cardamom?
Typical specifications are listed on this page and in the downloadable specification sheet (PDF). Final values are confirmed per contract with a certificate of analysis.
How do I get the current export price for green cardamom?
Send your required grade, packing, quantity and destination port through the quote form or WhatsApp (+91 81692 82942). We quote FOB Nhava Sheva, CFR or CIF, usually within 24 hours.
