Ginger Powder

Treedha's Ginger Powder, known locally as Saunth or Sonth, originates from the Western Ghats hill slopes of Kerala, India, particularly the Cochin (Malabar coast) region. This specific origin is renowned for producing ginger rhizomes with a distinctive flavour profile and higher volatile oil content, crucial for bulk buyers seeking authentic and potent Zingiber officinale.

The unique agro-climatic conditions of Kerala—a tropical monsoon climate with rich, well-drained soils—are ideal for cultivating ginger. The annual harvest season ensures a consistent supply of mature, high-quality rhizomes, forming the foundation for our premium Cochin-grade Dry Ginger powder. This regional specialisation offers a verifiable provenance that bulk importers value for consistency and quality assurance.

Treedha supplies premium Cochin-grade Ginger Powder, a light, cold-milled product meticulously processed from sun-dried rhizomes. This grade is distinguished by its high oil retention, a result of low-temperature milling, which preserves the characteristic aroma and pungency. Our ginger powder is sieved to ensure a uniform particle size, critical for industrial applications.

Key specifications ensure a product suitable for international bulk trade, including a maximum moisture content of 10-12% for stability and a maximum ash content of 7-8% on a dry basis, indicating high purity. Granulation is typically controlled to ensure uniform particulate size, often specified as passing through a 80-120 mesh. This adherence to detailed specifications, including botanical identification as 100% Zingiber officinale, guarantees a consistent and high-quality product for our global partners. For a comprehensive overview, please refer to our detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) for specific lot information.

Ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety is paramount for Treedha's Ginger Powder (Saunth). Our product is steam-sterilised, guaranteeing it is free from Ethylene Oxide (ETO) treatment, which is strictly prohibited in the European Union for spices. While ETO is permitted in the US, Treedha's ETO-free processing meets the preferences of discerning global buyers.

We rigorously test for contaminants, adhering to international maximum limits. For the EU, uniform aflatoxin B1 limits of 5.0 µg/kg and total aflatoxin limits of 10.0 µg/kg apply, as per EU Regulation 2023/915. Ochratoxin A is limited to 15.0 µg/kg for spices. For heavy metals, the EU Regulation 2023/915 sets a lead limit of 1.5 mg/kg for root and rhizome spices. For the US market, we comply with industry guidance from the American Spice Trade Association (ASTA) for heavy metals: Lead (NMT 0.5 ppm), Arsenic (NMT 0.5 ppm), Cadmium (NMT 0.5 ppm), and Mercury (NMT 0.1 ppm). Sudan dyes (I, II, III, IV) and similar industrial azo dyes are strictly prohibited in our products for both EU and US markets. Our ginger powder is certified free from Salmonella (absent in 25gm), a critical microbial safety requirement frequently monitored by the EU's Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) and identified as a high-risk pathogen by the US FDA for spices. All consignments are accompanied by comprehensive documentation, including lot-specific Certificates of Analysis (COA) from NABL or FSSAI-approved labs, a Phytosanitary Certificate, and a Certificate of Origin.

Global demand for Ginger Powder (Saunth) continues to grow, driven by its versatile applications across various sectors. The primary importing countries for Indian ginger and ginger products include the USA, UAE, UK, China, Germany, and Canada. These markets value India's consistent supply of high-quality Zingiber officinale.

Demand is fuelled by extensive use in the food service industry for flavouring, as an essential ingredient in retail spice blends, and its growing application in nutraceutical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. As a bulk supplier, Treedha focuses on partners in these key regions, catering to importers, distributors, and private-label food brands seeking reliable, compliant, and quality-assured Ginger Powder from India.

The primary Harmonized System (HS) code for Ginger Powder (Saunth), crushed or ground, is 0910.12. Within India, the specific sub-heading used for Ginger Powder is 0910.12.10. This ensures smooth customs clearance and accurate classification for our international bulk shipments.

Treedha offers flexible bulk packing formats to meet diverse client needs, with common options including 10 kg, 20 kg, and 25 kg multi-wall paper bags or HDPE bags with inner liners, ensuring product integrity during transit. Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) approach is designed to accommodate various bulk purchasing requirements while ensuring efficient logistics. Typical Incoterms include FOB, CIF, and CFR, with lead times varying based on order volume and destination. With a shelf life of 1-2 years when sealed and stored in ambient conditions, our Ginger Powder is a reliable, long-term ingredient solution for bulk buyers.