BLACK CARDAMOM

Specification:
Botanical name: Zanthoxylum rhetsa
Cultivation method: Wild
Harvest season: Nov to Dec
Grade: Food grade
Process: Sun dry
Color: Natural color
Odour: Typical
Moisture: 13.5% max
Admixture: 1 % max
Packing: PP bag (net :5-10kg)
Shelf Life: Min 2 Years

 

8.500 $

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Product Descriptions

Black cardamom are pod-like seeds of plants of the Amomum aromaticum – Zingiberaceae family. It is known as 草果 or cao guo in Mandarin, Chinese and thảo quả in Vietnam (it should not be confused with green cardamom, Elletaria Cardamomum). Known as the “Queen of Spices”, along with black pepper and ginger, black cardamom was the one of the key commodities sought after as part of the original oriental spice trade. The ancient Arabs thought of black cardamom as an aphrodisiac and used it to flavour their coffee while the ancient Greeks and Romans processed the seeds to make perfumes.

Our Black Cardamom is a highly valued spice due to its strong aroma, spicy taste, and medicinal properties. The plant thrives in cold and humid conditions under the canopy of ancient forests, making Lao Cai in Vietnam an ideal place for its growth. Lao Cai produces some of the world’s top-quality cardamom, with about 20,000 hectares of land dedicated to its cultivation and an annual output of 5,000 tons. The spice has become a significant source of income for the local people, particularly ethnic minorities, improving their lives and providing better opportunities for their children. Therefore, it can be considered as a natural “gift” to Lao Cai. Cardamom from this region is highly appreciated by international culinary experts and has been exported to many countries worldwide.

Once pods are ripe, they are dried over an open fire, giving black cardamom a smoky flavour and aroma.

Black cardamom is a spice used in Chinese & Vietnam cooking that provides a fragrant aroma to flavor master sauces in many dishes. Unlike green cardamom, black cardamom is not well-suited for sweets and desserts but instead makes a great addition to savory dishes, especially slow-simmered soups, braised meat recipes, and even stir-fries.  The pods are dried over open flames before harvesting, giving the outer husk a wrinkled leathery texture and the dark brown seeds inside a unique flavor that is smoky, peppery, and warm.

Use for cooking:

– The large pods are used in whole form or maybe slightly pounded to flatten it and expose the seeds inside.

Whole pods can be used for tempering in warm oil to release the aromatic oils from the pod or stewed and cooked in a liquid broth to infuse the dish with a delicate smoky aroma.

– The most common use of Black Cardamom is when a dish requires a relatively long time to simmer, such as when making rice, whole grains, meat dishes or even broths for soups and stews!

– The prolonged simmering of the dish in a liquid helps to squeeze out the oils and inject the dish with a woody freshness!

– It is mostly used to make savory dishes since smoky flavor in desserts and sweets is not favored.

– As the skin of black cardamom is rough and hard, its difficult to grind it, so remove any roughage to make a smooth blend.

– Whole pods used during the cooking process can be easily removed from the dish before serving to avoid bitter bites.

Specifications

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

 

Product Name

Black Cardamom

Product Code

THAO

Batch No.

THAO-1123

Manufacturer date

11/2023

Expiry date

11/2025

 

General Information

Product description

The dried pods of Amomum aromaticum

Botanical name

Amomum aromaticum

Country of origin

Vietnam

Product Classification

Wild harvested

Appearance/Colour

Light brown to medium brown oval shaped pod

Particle Size

2-4mm

Flavour/Odour

Characteristic, slightly smoky aroma and flavour

Foreign matters

Not Detected

 

Chemical Standards

Test

Units

Specifications

Moisture

%

≤13

Ash Total

%

≤9

Acid Insoluble Ash

%

≤2.5

 

Microbiological Standards

Test

Units

Specifications

Total Plate Count

Cfu/g

< 100,000 (cfu/g)

E Coli

Cfu/g

<10 (cfu/g)

Yeast and Mould

Cfu/g

<1000 (cfu/g)

Coliforms

Cfu/g

<100 (cfu/g)

Salmonella Sp

Not Detected

Not Detected

Listeria

Not Detected

Not Detected

Bacillus cereus

Cfu/g

100 (cfu/g) max

Clostridium perfringens

Cfu/g

100 (cfu/g) max

Staphylococcus aureus

Cfu/g

100 (cfu/g) max

Pesticides & Herbicides

Absent

Absent

 

Nutritional Information

Composition

Units

Quantity Per 100g

Method of Analysis or Source of Information

Energy

g/100 g

311 kcal

USDA

Protein

g/100 g

10.7g

USDA

Fat

g/100 g

6.7g

USDA

Carbohydrate

g/100 g

68.47g

USDA

Sodium

mg/100 g

18mg

USDA

Packaging Information

Packaging

In carton box or PP bag

Label Information

Product Name, Batch Number, Manufacture date, Best before, Net Weight.

Container capacity

8 MT/20FCL; 17 MT/40HC

Port of loading

Hai Phong Port, Viet Nam

 

Storage and Shelf Life Information

Storage Conditions

Keep in dry, cool conditions away from direct heat and sunlight

Shelf Life

Best before 24 months from manufacture date

 

Health and Safety Information

  • The product is manufactured, packaged, stored and shipped in accordance with HACCP – GMP.

  • The product is considered ‘Organic’ under the grown conditions.

  • The product is free from GMO and Purposeful Irradiation.

  • The product is free of Allergens.

MSDS

 

 

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

(according to Regulation (EU) No. 1907/2006)

Product name: Black Cardamom

Number: THAO1123

 

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.

Product name: Black Cardamom

Manufacturer/Supplier: Vietnam Essential Oil., JSC

Add: Bai Dai Village, Tien Xuan Commune, Thach That Dist, Hanoi City, Vietnam Emergency telephone: +84 903561868

Emergency Contact: Mr. Peter Tron

 

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.

Definition/Botanical Origin: The Black Cardamom produced by sun dry of the fresh Amomum aromaticum original from Vietnam 

Composition: 100% pure & natural 

CAS No: 68855-99-2

FEMA: 2624

INCI Name: Amomum aromaticum fruit

 

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION.

This product is not hazardous. Not dangerous for the environment.

H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

H315 Causes skin irritation

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

 

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES.

Inhalation: Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical attention.

Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins. Contact a doctor if symptoms persist.

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water, flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth out with water. Seek medical advice immediately.

Other: When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account (Section 15)

 

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.

Extinguishing media Use CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers, spraying extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on burning material.

Special measures: Avoid vapour inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing.

Extinguishing procedures: Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and should be cooled with water spray.

 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.

Personal precautions: Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages.

Environment precautions: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.

Cleaning up methods Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Cover for spillages: with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations.

 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE.

Precautions in handling: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.

Storage conditions: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a minimum.

Fire protection: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to avoid static discharges in working area.

 

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.

Respiratory protection: Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible. Ventilation: Ensure good ventilation of working area.

Hand protection: Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required. Eye protection: Use safety glasses.

Work/Hygiene practices: Wash hands with soap & water after handling.

 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

Appearance: The dried pods of Amomum aromaticum

Colour: Light brown to medium brown oval shaped pod

Odor: Having a characteristic

Density: Not applicable

Foreign matters: Not Detected

Moisture: 13% max

Volatile Oil: Min 1.0%

Additional information: Not applicable.

 

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.

Reactivity: It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents.

Decomposition: Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide & other non-identified organic compounds may be formed.

 

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

According to current information, not classed as hazardous to health in normal industrial use.

 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

Biodegradability: Data not available

Precautions: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.

 

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.

Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.

14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.

Shipping by Road (ADR/RID): This product is not considered as dangerous goods

Shipping by Air (IATA) : This product is not considered as dangerous goods

Shipping by Sea (IMDG): This product is not considered as dangerous goods

Precaution: When shipping as non-bulk, this product can be shipped as Non Regulated.

Packing: Safety packing in HDPE or Aluminum drum

Label: Black Cardamom

 

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC

Hazards: Harmful 

Symbols: n/a

Risk Phrases: Harmful if swallowed

Safety Phrases: If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the container / label

 

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

Cosmetics Directive – 7th Amendment – Not Restricted Check maximum usage levels for skin care products.

 

PACKAGING.

In carton box or PP bag

 

SHELF LIFE.

Best before 24 months from the date of manufacture.

 

Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.

In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.

The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its’ correctness or accuracy. It is the user’s responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume liability for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information provided does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and buyers should seek to verify their requirements and product use.

Certificate of Analysis

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

No: 11/2023/THAO

 

 

Product Name

Black Cardamom

Product Code

THAO

Botanical name

Amomum aromaticum

Batch No.

THAO1123

Manufacturer date

11/2023

Expiry date

11/2025

Origin

Vietnam

Part use

Dried Fruit

 

No

Items

Standards

Results

Test Methods

1

Appearance

The dried pods of Amomum aromaticum

Conform

Visual

2

Color

Light brown to medium brown oval shaped pod

Conform

Visual

3

Odour

Characteristic, slightly smoky aroma and flavour

Conform

Organoleptic

4

Moisture

13% max

10%

AOAC

5

Heavy Metals

≤15ppm

<10ppm

ICP-MS

(Pb)

≤3ppm

<1.0ppm

ICP-MS

(As)

≤2ppm

<1.0ppm

ICP-MS

6

Microbiological Counts

 

Total Plate Count

< 100,000 (cfu/g)

<50,000cfu/g

FDA BAM 8th

E Coli

Absent/10g

Absent/10g

USP<2021>

Yeasts

<500 (cfu/g)

<100 (cfu/g)

FDA BAM 8th

Moulds

<500 (cfu/g)

<100 (cfu/g)

FDA BAM 8th

Coliforms

<100 (cfu/g)

<50 (cfu/g)

AOAC 991.14

Salmonella Sp

Negative/25g

Negative/25g

FDA BAM 8th

7

Pesticides & Herbicides

Meets USP St

Absent

Meets Fed St

 

Storage & Note:

  • Store in a cool and dry area. Keep away from strong light and heat.

  • This product is Non-GMO.

  • This product is not treated with ETO, nor is it Gamma irradiated

  • The product is free of Allergens.

 

 

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