| Product Name | Turmeric Finger (Whole Haldi) |
| Botanical Name | Curcuma longa |
| Varieties | Salem (Premium), Nizamabad (Standard), Rajapore (Medicinal), Alleppey (High Colour) |
| Curcumin Content | 2.5% to 5.5% (As per buyer requirement) |
| Finish / Polish | Double Polished (Smooth/Bright), Single Polished, Unpolished (Rough) |
| Moisture | 10% – 12% Max |
| Total Ash | 7% Max |
| Chromate Test | Negative (Lead Chromate Free) |
| Defective Rhizomes | 3% Max |
| Packaging | 25 kg / 50 kg Jute Bags or PP Bags |
| Loading | 17-18 Metric Tons (20ft Container) |
We source our turmeric directly from the famous belts of Erode (Tamil Nadu), Nizamabad (Telangana), and Sangli (Maharashtra). We supply specific grades tailored to your needs:
| Appearance | Bright yellow color with a smooth skin. |
| Curcumin | Approx 3%. |
| Best For | Supermarket Packing. This variety looks the most attractive in clear plastic bags due to its vibrant yellow finish. |
| Appearance | Slightly darker, hard texture. |
| Curcumin | 2% – 3%. |
| Best For | Powder Manufacturing. Spice factories prefer this because it is cost-effective and grinds into a rich colored powder. |
| Appearance | Deep orange-yellow flesh. |
| Curcumin | 4% to 5%+. |
| Best For | Pharmaceutical Extraction (Curcumin supplements) and high-end medicinal use. |
To help international buyers find this essential spice, here are the common global terms:
| English | Turmeric Finger, Whole Turmeric |
| Hindi | Sabut Haldi (साबुत हल्दी) |
| Spanish | Cúrcuma |
| French | Curcuma Longue |
| Arabic | Kurkum (كركم) |
| Retail Category | “Superfoods” / “Medicinal Spices” |
Raw turmeric has a rough, hard skin.
The Solution: We process it in polishing drums to remove the outer layer (skin) and fibres.
The Benefit: “Double Polished” fingers are smooth, uniform, and have a glowing yellow color that sells instantly on retail shelves.
Some unethical traders artificially colour turmeric with Lead Chromate (a toxic chemical) to make it look brighter.
The Solution: We certify that our turmeric is 100% Natural and free from artificial colours or heavy metals.
The Benefit: We prioritize food safety for EU and US markets.
Culinary: The base ingredient for almost all Indian, Thai, and Persian curries.
Medicinal: A powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Used in “Golden Milk” (Turmeric Lattes).
Cosmetic: Used in skin creams and face masks for glowing skin.
Natural Dye: Used to colour mustard sauce, cheese, and butter naturally.
The Solution: Turmeric is sensitive to light (colour fades). We pack in high-density bags to protect the pigment during transit.
The Benefit: Standard Methyl Bromide fumigation is performed to prevent weevil infestation.
