
Seeds
Green Cardamom
Elettaria cardamomum (L.) Maton
Premium Indian Green Cardamom for Global Markets
Source premium Indian green cardamom for international markets through Spices Origin Exim. Available in buyer-specified grades, capsule sizes and packaging formats, subject to availability. We coordinate quality specifications, laboratory testing and export documentation according to your requirements and destination-market regulations.
- Origin
- India — Kerala and Karnataka, subject to lot availability
- Form
- Whole pods, decorticated seeds; powder on request
- Grades
- AGEB, AGB, AGS, AGS1, subject to availability
- HS Code
- 090831 — whole, uncrushed cardamom
Overview
About Our Green Cardamom
Indian Green Cardamom Exporter – Spices Origin Exim Spices Origin Exim offers Indian green cardamom for international buyers seeking an aromatic spice for food manufacturing, wholesale distribution, retail packaging, and spice blending. Green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is valued for its distinctive fragrance, refreshing flavour, and versatility in sweet and savoury applications. Depending on availability and buyer requirements, we can discuss selected grades and capsule sizes, with quality parameters agreed upon before order confirmation. Product Forms and Grades We can discuss the following product forms, subject to availability: Whole green cardamom pods Selected capsule sizes and grades Decorticated cardamom seeds Cardamom powder Commercial grades may include AGEB (Alleppey Green Extra Bold), AGB (Alleppey Green Bold), and AGS (Alleppey Green Superior), subject to actual lot availability and the grading standard agreed with the buyer. Quality and Specifications Each order is prepared according to agreed buyer specifications. Relevant quality parameters may include: Capsule size and appearance Colour and aroma Moisture content Volatile oil content Extraneous matter and defective capsules Applicable laboratory-tested food-safety parameters Batch-specific results should be verified through the applicable Certificate of Analysis (COA). Applications Green cardamom is widely used in: Tea, chai, and coffee preparations Bakery products and confectionery Desserts and traditional sweets Curries and savoury dishes Garam masala and other spice blends Food manufacturing and flavouring Wholesale spice distribution and retail packaging Packaging and Export Supply Packaging options can be discussed according to order volume, transport conditions, and destination-market requirements. Possible options include food-grade bulk bags with inner liners, moisture-protective packaging, and buyer-specified retail or private-label packs, subject to availability and minimum order quantities. Export Documentation Depending on the destination and shipment requirements, applicable documents may include: Commercial Invoice Packing List Certificate of Analysis (COA) Certificate of Origin Phytosanitary Certificate, where required Fumigation Certificate, where applicable Documentation is subject to the product, shipment, and destination-country regulations. Request an Export Quotation Contact Spices Origin Exim with your required grade, capsule size, quantity, packaging preference, and destination port. Our team can discuss product availability, specifications, packaging options, and applicable commercial terms before order confirmation.
Every specification is confirmed in writing with the quotation. Share your required parameters and we will check availability.
Specifications
Sample dataValues marked “Sample” are indicative only. Final specifications are confirmed for each order against the buyer's requirement and a pre-shipment test report.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Elettaria cardamomum |
| Product form | Whole dried green capsules |
| Grade | AGEB / AGB / AGS, as agreedSample |
| Capsule size | As per buyer requirementSample |
| Colour | Green to deep greenSample |
| Moisture | Maximum 11% for Special grade; 13% for Standard grade under Indian AGMARK rulesSample |
| Bulk density | Minimum 435 g/L Special; 385 g/L StandardSample |
| Volatile oil | Minimum 4.0% v/w Special; 3.5% v/w Standard, on dry basisSample |
| Organic extraneous matter | Maximum 0.2% Special; 0.7% StandardSample |
| Inorganic extraneous matter | Maximum 0.1% Special; 0.3% StandardSample |
| Total ash | Maximum 8.0% Special; 9.5% Standard, on dry basisSample |
| Packaging | As per buyer specificationSample |
| Country of origin | India, subject to shipment confirmationSample |
Key Facts
- Product type
- Whole Spice
- Variety
- Indian Green Cardamom (Small Cardamom)
- Colour
- Green to deep green, depending on grade and lot
- Aroma
- Strong, fresh, sweet and aromatic
- Taste
- Warm, sweet, aromatic with a refreshing flavour
- Moisture
- Buyer-specific; indicative reference limit up to 13% for standard-grade whole capsules
- Purity
- Cleaned and graded to agreed buyer specifications
- Shelf life
- Declare only the validated shelf life for your packaging and product
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry, clean and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, moisture and strong odours. Keep packaging securely sealed to preserve aroma and product quality. Follow the storage and handling requirements agreed for the specific shipment.
- Certifications
- Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA) and applicable export documentation can be arranged subject to the order and destination-market requirements. Any AGMARK, organic, food-safety or other certification should be listed only when valid documentation is available for the relevant product and shipment.
- Minimum order
- As per order quantity and supplier availability
- Export availability
- Subject to grade, season and order confirmation
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Green Cardamom Photos

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Product Details
Varieties, Uses & Documentation
AGEB — Extra Bold
Large capsules, typically selected for premium whole-cardamom requirements. Confirm the exact size and grading standard for each lot.
AGB — Bold
A commercial grade for whole-cardamom trading, wholesale distribution and food applications.
AGS — Superior
A smaller size grade that can suit general spice trading and food-processing requirements.
Tea, chai and coffee preparations
Bakery and confectionery
Desserts and traditional sweets
Curries and savoury dishes
Garam masala and spice blends
Food manufacturing and flavouring
Wholesale spice distribution
Retail spice packaging
Export documents are arranged for each shipment, subject to destination-market requirements.
- Available as required
Commercial Invoice
- Available as required
Packing List
- Available as required
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Available as required
Certificate of Origin
- Available as required
Phytosanitary Certificate
- Available as required
- Fumigation Certificate
Packaging
Packaging Options
Packed to suit your market, channel and route.
25 kg bulk bag
Food-grade PP or HDPE bag with inner liner, subject to availability
50 kg bulk bag
Bulk packaging as agreed with the buyer
Vacuum packaging
Moisture- and aroma-protective packaging, subject to suitability
Retail packs
Buyer-specified consumer pack sizes and materials
Private-label packaging
Buyer branding, labels and carton specifications, subject to MOQ

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