Spice export glossary

Admixture / extraneous matter

The percentage of foreign matter (stalks, stones, other seeds) in a spice lot, capped by grade. Lower admixture = higher grade and price.

Admixture / extraneous matter is a term buyers use when sourcing spices from India. If you are buying to this spec and want it verified on your lot, we quote against it and ship with the test report.