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Indian Spices: Quality Standards Every Importer Should Know
Spices Board registration, ASTA cleanliness, pesticide residue limits and how to verify quality before shipping.
Registration
Every Indian spice exporter must hold a Spices Board of India registration (CRES). Ask your supplier for it.
Cleanliness and residue
The US commonly applies ASTA cleanliness specifications, while the EU applies strict pesticide MRLs and aflatoxin limits. Request lab reports from an accredited laboratory.
Common export spices
Guntur Sannam and Kashmiri chilli, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, cardamom and dry ginger lead India's spice exports.
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