- Product Name: Sabut Haldi (Whole Dried Turmeric Root)
- Botanical Name: Curcuma longa. Family: Zingiberaceae
- Common Names: Whole Turmeric, Dried Turmeric Fingers, Turmeric Root, Haldi
Sabut Haldi (Turmeric Fingers) refers to the whole dried root of the turmeric plant. A golden-yellow rhizome known for its vibrant color & earthy aroma. It is sun-dried or mechanically dried after harvesting, retaining its natural oils with active compound curcumin, Turmeric a powerful medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and coloring properties. Sabut Haldi (TURMERIC) is widely used in traditional cooking, Ayurvedic medicine, skincare, and dyeing.
Applications:
- Culinary: Used in curries, spice blends, and pickles after powdering or soaking
- Medicinal (Ayurveda): Anti-inflammatory, immune boosting, digestive aid.
- Cosmetics/Skincare: Natural coloring and anti-bacterial properties.
- Dyeing: Natural yellow dye for textiles.
- Rituals: Used in Indian spiritual ceremonies and weddings.
Key Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Form | Whole dried rhizome (fingers) |
| Color | Yellow to deep orange (external), bright orange (internal) |
| Odor | Earthy, woody, mildly spicy |
| Taste | Bitter, warm, slightly pungent |
| Moisture Content | Max. 10-12% |
| Size | 2-5 inches (natural variation) |
| Foreign Matter | Max. 0.5% |
| Broken Roots | Max. 5-10% depending on grade |
| Ash Content | Max. 8% |
| Volatile Oil | Min. 2% (optional premium grade) |
| Compound | Range |
|---|---|
| Curcumin Content | 2-5% (varies by variety and grade) |
| Essential Oils | Present (turmerone, ar-turmerone, zingiberene) |
| Total Ash | < 8% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | < 1.5% |
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Bulk Packaging | 25 kg / 50 kg jute or PP bags |
| Custom Packaging | Available on request |
| Export capacity | 20 to 40 MT per month |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Storage | Cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture |
| Shelf Life | 12-18 months (in ideal conditions) |