Kashmiri Chilli
Export Grade Sourcing, Technical Specifications & Direct Quotations
India remains the global benchmark for high-chroma, mild-heat capsicums, with commercial Kashmiri Chilli and its primary export equivalent (Byadgi-grade Kashmiri type) commanding international demand for intense natural pigmentation without aggressive pungency. Unlike standard high-heat red chillies (such as S17 Teja or Sannam), Kashmiri Chilli provides an exceptional ASTA color profile (typically 100 to 150+ ASTA) paired with a manageable capsaicin range of 1,000 to 3,500 SHU. Our sourcing platform connects global institutional food manufacturers, spice extractors, and wholesale importers with pre-vetted, export-compliant Indian spice processors equipped to deliver consistent bulk volumes with lot-specific lab certifications.
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Kashmiri Chilli Technical Specifications
| Parameter / Quality Characteristic | Standard Commercial Value | Testing Method & Protocol Reference |
|---|---|---|
Extractable Color Value | 100 - 150+ ASTA units | ASTA Method 20.1 / UV-Vis Spectrophotometry |
Pungency / Capsaicin Content | 1,000 - 3,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) / 0.05% - 0.20% | HPLC (ASTA Method 21.3 / ISO 3513) |
Moisture Content | Max 10.0% - 11.0% w/w | Dean and Stark Distillation (ASTA Method 2.0) |
Total Ash / Acid-Insoluble Ash | Total Ash: Max 8.0%; Acid-Insoluble Ash: Max 1.25% | Gravimetric Incineration (ISO 928 / ASTA 3.0) |
Aflatoxins (B1, B2, G1, G2) & Ochratoxin A | B1 < 5 ppb, Total < 10 ppb (EU standard); OTA < 15 ppb | LC-MS/MS / HPLC with Fluorescence Detection |
Sudan Dyes (I, II, III, IV) & Azo Adulterants | Not Detected (Detection Limit < 10 ppb) | LC-MS/MS Chromatography |
Regulatory Compliance, Packaging & Ocean Freight
Target Markets & Quality
Global Standard
Kashmiri Chilli
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 Kashmiri Chilli:
Container Freight Logistics
FCL / LCL
Whole Pods: 10kg/25kg multi-wall paper bags, PP woven bags with moisture-barrier inner liners, or hydraulic pressed export bales (50kg-100kg). Ground/Coarse: 25kg multi-ply heat-sealed kraft bags with poly liner.
Whole dried pods (uncompressed): ~6.5 to 8 Metric Tons; Pressed bales/cartons: ~12 to 14 Metric Tons; Ground/Powder: ~14 to 16 Metric Tons.
Whole dried pods (uncompressed): ~12 to 14 Metric Tons; 40ft High Cube pressed/bales: ~24 to 26 Metric Tons; Ground/Powder: ~24 to 26 Metric Tons.
Kashmiri Chilli Industrial Applications
Industrial Seasoning & Snack Food Topical Coatings
Utilized by commercial seasoning houses for potato crisps, extruded snacks, and marinades requiring a rich, deep-red natural hue without elevating formulation heat to unacceptable consumer thresholds.
Commercial Sauce, Ketchup & Condiment Manufacturing
Functions as a functional natural coloring agent and flavor builder in barbecue sauces, ketchups, curry bases, and chili pastes, eliminating the necessity for synthetic azo dyes like Red 40.
Processed Meat, Poultry, and Prepared Foods
Integrated into dry rubs, emulsified sausages, curing mixes, and ready-to-eat gravies to achieve consistent thermal stability and visual depth without masking subtle spice and protein profiles.
Spice Blending & Repacking Wholesale
Supplied to retail repackers and institutional spice millers requiring stemless (san-stem) or with-stem grades to produce high-value pure Kashmiri chilli powder blends.
Other Red Chilli Varieties Available
Guntur Teja S17 Chilli
Cultivated predominantly in Andhra Pradesh, Guntur Teja S17 Chilli represents India's gold standard for intense pungency, delivering exceptional capsaicin levels ranging from 75,000 to 85,000 SHU alongside a sharp, vibrant red profile. Unlike generic commercial red chillies, Teja S17 is engineered for maximum heat extraction and aggressive flavoring profiles required in industrial food compounding. Our digital procurement platform streamlines your sourcing by vetting and matching international commodity buyers directly with certified, export-ready Indian processors capable of meeting stringent global specifications.
Byadagi Chilli
India's Karnataka region is the exclusive global benchmark for authentic Byadagi chilli, an indispensable cultivar renowned for its deep red tint, distinct crinkled pod morphology, and subtle, low-pungency profile. Characterized by industry-leading color values ranging from 150 to 160 ASTA and a mild heat index typically under 15,000 SHU, this grade delivers superior natural pigment extraction without overwhelming formulations with excessive capsaicin. Our procurement platform bridges international food processors, extraction facilities, and spice blenders directly with vetted, export-ready Indian aggregators capable of fulfilling strict regulatory mandates.
Sanam S4 Chilli
India is the undisputed global hub for Sanam S4 Chilli, predominantly cultivated across the fertile belts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. As a medium heat commercial grade cultivar, Sanam S4 balances robust pungency (20,000 to 35,000 SHU) with moderate extractable color (40 to 60 ASTA), making it the most cost-efficient workhorse for industrial spice processors compared to niche high-color or high-heat varieties. Our platform directly matches international procurement officers with thoroughly vetted, export-grade Indian processors who supply lot-specific Certificates of Analysis meeting rigorous Western import standards.
Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia)
Indigenous to Northeast India, Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) is globally recognized for its extreme piquancy exceeding 1,000,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), delivering up to twenty times the capsaicin concentration of conventional commercial red chillies. Unlike standard industrial chilli varieties valued primarily for ASTA color extraction, Bhut Jolokia is commercially harvested and processed specifically for ultra-high oleoresin yield, specialty condiment formulation, and active capsaicin extraction. Our platform connects international procurement managers with thoroughly audited Indian agricultural exporters who supply standardized, laboratory-tested whole pods, flakes, and powders.
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
India leads global capsicum production, offering high-impact Crushed Red Pepper Flakes derived predominantly from premium Teja and Sannam varieties. Unlike whole dried chillies or fine powders, Pizza and Spice Blend Grade flakes require precise coarse-milling calibrations that balance visual flake-to-seed ratios with controlled heat release and vibrant surface color. Our platform bridges international food processors, spice blenders, and commercial importers with audited, export-ready Indian processors capable of fulfilling stringent technical and microbial specifications.
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