| Botanical Name | Elettaria cardamomum |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Part Used | Pods and seeds |
| Origin | Guatemala / India / Egypt (repacked) |
| Harvest Season | October–January |
| Cut Type | Whole Pods, Seeds, Ground Powder |
| Granulometry | Whole pods (6–20 mm); Seeds; Fine ground powder |
| Moisture | ≤ 12% |
| Volatile Oil (EO) | ≥ 3.0% (cineole, α-terpinyl acetate) |
| Color / Aroma | Green pods with brown seeds; Strong, sweet, aromatic flavor |
| Allergens | None |
| Heavy Metals | Within limits |
| Pesticide Residues | Meets MRL |
| Microbial Limits | Within spec |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place (≤ 25°C); Airtight containers, protect from light |
| Packaging | 50 g | 100 g | 250 g consumer packs; Bulk bags |
