Product · Agriculture & Food
Spices trade.
Whole and ground spices, seeds and herbs.
Overview
Trading spices.
Spices are traded whole, crushed or ground, and are bought by food manufacturers, packers and distributors.
Food-safety testing, including contaminants and residues, is central to most importing markets.
- Pepper
- Cumin
- Turmeric
- Chilli
- Cardamom
- Coriander
Common trade characteristics
What usually defines the deal.
General characteristics of the category. Specific requirements always depend on the product, the parties and the destination.
- Form
- Whole, crushed, ground or steam-sterilised.
- Quality
- Purity, moisture, volatile oil and colour values depending on spice.
- Food safety
- Testing for contaminants and residues is common.
- Packaging
- Bulk bags or consumer packs; private label.
For buyers
Buyer considerations
- State form, grade and the tests you require.
- Specify packaging and labelling.
- Name the destination for import requirements.
For suppliers
Supplier considerations
- Describe processing and sterilisation capability.
- State the laboratory testing you provide.
- List food-safety certifications.
Documents often involved
Typical examples only. Requirements vary by product, origin and destination — always confirm with the relevant authority or adviser.
- Certificate of analysis
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Certificate of origin
- Health certificate (where required)
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