Alleppey Green Bold (AGB)
Export Grade Sourcing, Technical Specifications & Direct Quotations
India's Western Ghats produce the globally revered Alleppey Green Bold (AGB) grade, characterized by an authentic mature pod diameter of 7.0mm to 8.0mm and high essential oil content. Unlike generic commercial grades or mixed-lot cardamom, AGB delivers consistent pod morphology, vibrant natural green retention, and high bulk density required by premium processors. Our sourcing platform connects international procurement managers and food conglomerates directly with audited Indian spice processors who guarantee origin traceability, custom batch sizing, and verified laboratory testing.
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Alleppey Green Bold (AGB) Technical Specifications
| Parameter / Quality Characteristic | Standard Commercial Value | Testing Method & Protocol Reference |
|---|---|---|
Pod Diameter / Sieve Sizing | 7.0 mm to 8.0 mm (Min. 85-90% retention) | Mechanical Sieve Analysis (IS 1907 / ISO 882-1) |
Bulk Density | 385 to 415 g/L | Gravimetric Litre-Weight Cylinder |
Volatile Essential Oil Content | 6.0% to 8.5% v/w (dry basis) | Clevenger Hydrodistillation Method (ISO 6571) |
Moisture Content | 10.0% to 11.5% max | Toluene Distillation / Moisture Balance (ASTA Method 2.0) |
Empty Pods (Thrips / Immature) | < 1.5% to 2.0% by count | Manual Visual & Physical Separation |
Extraneous Foreign Matter | < 0.5% w/w | Physical Inspection (ASTA / Agmark Specifications) |
Regulatory Compliance, Packaging & Ocean Freight
Target Markets & Quality
Global Standard
Alleppey Green Bold (AGB)
Meets EU Regulation (EC) 396/2005 for pesticide MRLs, US FDA FSVP requirements, and Spices Board of India export mandates.
Facility Accreditations
Certified Exporters
Certifications held by verified processors for Alleppey Green Bold (AGB):
Container Freight Logistics
FCL / LCL
Export cartons (10 kg to 25 kg) lined with multi-layer food-grade poly bags; Master cartons with gas-barrier vacuum pouches or modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) available upon request.
Approx. 9.5 to 11.0 Metric Tons (palletized vs floor-loaded bulk cartons)
Approx. 20.0 to 22.5 Metric Tons (depending on packaging volume and container payload limits)
Alleppey Green Bold (AGB) Industrial Applications
Premium Retail Repackaging & Blending
Selected specifically by global grocery brands for whole-pod displays and gift packs due to uniform 7-8mm diameter, uniform coloration, and aesthetic pod structural integrity.
Oleoresin and Essential Oil Extraction
Utilized by extraction facilities requiring high essential oil yield (typically >6.5% v/w) rich in 1,8-cineole and alpha-terpinyl acetate for natural flavoring and pharmaceutical formulations.
Industrial Bakery, Confectionery & Chai Formulations
Sourced by industrial food manufacturers seeking high volatile oil retention to preserve pungent, aromatic profile through intense high-temperature processing cycles.
Distilleries and Alcoholic Beverage Manufacturing
Demanded by premium gin and botanical spirit distilleries that require consistent phenolic and terpene profiles without off-flavors caused by underdeveloped or hollow seeds.
Other Green Cardamom Varieties Available
Alleppey Green Extra Bold (AGEB)
India's Western Ghats produce the world's most sought-after green cardamom, with Alleppey Green Extra Bold (AGEB) representing the pinnacle grade reserved for premium commercial applications. Characterized by a minimum pod diameter of 8mm+, intense natural green retention, and high essential oil content, AGEB commands a premium over standard grades like AGB or AGS due to its superior visual presentation and concentrated aromatics. Our platform connects industrial buyers, international distributors, and specialty packers directly with pre-vetted Indian exporters capable of supplying fully compliant, lot-tested AGEB cardamom lots.
Decorticated Cardamom Seeds
India is the global benchmark for high-potency decorticated cardamom seeds, produced by mechanically separating the essential oil-rich black seeds from mature Elettaria cardamomum capsules. Unlike whole green pods that carry fibrous husk weight, this podless pure seed grade maximizes volumetric efficiency and volatile oil yields for intensive processing applications. Our platform matches industrial procurement managers with audited Indian spice processors who provide traceable, export-compliant lots verified by lot-specific Certificates of Analysis.
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