Spice export glossary

Moisture content

The water percentage of a dried spice, capped to prevent mould and aflatoxin. Export turmeric finger is typically specified at ≤12% moisture; over-limit moisture is a rejection cause.

Moisture content 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.