Spice export glossary

Curcumin content

The percentage of curcuminoids in turmeric, the pigment and bioactive that determines colour and nutraceutical value. Varies by origin: Alleppey-type 4–6%, Erode 2.5–3%, Nizamabad 1.5–2.25%.

Curcumin content is a specification buyers put on the contract when sourcing Turmeric 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.