Spice export glossary

Geographical Indication (GI)

A legal mark tying a product to a place of origin and its qualities. India has 29 GI-tagged spices; a GI can lapse if not renewed, so the mark on a carton needs verifying.

Geographical Indication (GI) 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.