Turmeric fingers, bulbs and powder
GoodBiz Agri exports turmeric — fresh, Erode dried fingers, Salem bulbs, high-curcumin Alleppey finger and turmeric powder — from Erode and Salem in Tamil Nadu and Alappuzha in Kerala, shipped from Chennai, Tuticorin and Kochi with curcumin of 2–5% and moisture below 10%.
Quick facts
- Sourced from
- Tamil Nadu, Kerala
- Loading ports
- Chennai Port, V.O. Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin, Kochi Port
- Shelf life
- Dried: 24 months · Powder: 18 months · Fresh: 3–4 weeks (reefer)
Varieties
Fresh turmeric
Washed, air-dried rhizomes shipped in ventilated cartons by reefer.
Region: Erode, Tamil Nadu · Market: Erode Regulated Market
| Size | Fingers 4–7 cm |
|---|---|
| Foreign matter | ≤ 1% |
| Colour / type | Bright orange core |
Packing: 10 kg ventilated cartons (reefer)
Erode dried finger
Boiled, sun-dried and polished fingers with 2.5–3.5% curcumin.
Region: Erode, Tamil Nadu · Market: Erode Regulated Market
| Curcumin | 2.5–3.5% |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
| Foreign matter | ≤ 1% |
| Size | Polished fingers, double polished on request |
Packing: 25 kg / 50 kg PP or jute bags
Alleppey finger
High-curcumin Kerala turmeric favoured for extraction and colour.
Region: Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala · Market: Alappuzha spice traders
| Curcumin | 4.5–5% |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
| Volatile oil | ≥ 3.5 ml/100 g |
Packing: 25 kg jute bags
Salem bulb
Round bulbs from Salem, popular for grinding.
Region: Salem, Tamil Nadu · Market: Salem Turmeric Market
| Curcumin | 3–4% |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
| Size | Round bulbs |
Packing: 50 kg jute bags
Turmeric powder
Milled to order, 60–80 mesh, curcumin graded 2–5%.
Region: Erode, Tamil Nadu · Market: Erode Regulated Market
| Curcumin | 2–5% (to order) |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
| Mesh / texture | 60–80 mesh |
| Total ash | ≤ 7% |
Packing: 25 kg paper bags with PE liner · 1 kg retail pouches (private label)
Where it comes from
Erode, Salem and Alleppey — India's turmeric heartland
Erode's regulated market sets the price for much of the world's turmeric. We buy polished fingers and bulbs there and in Salem each harvest, and source high-curcumin Alleppey finger from Kerala traders for buyers who need colour strength. Powder is milled to order so curcumin and mesh match your specification.
- Erode Regulated Market
- Salem Turmeric Market
- Alappuzha spice traders
Quality and documents
Every lot is cleaned, sorted and tested for moisture, aflatoxin and pesticide residue. Third-party inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas or your nominee) on request.
Documents with each shipment
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Fumigation certificate
- FSSAI licence
- APEDA / Spices Board registration
- Certificate of analysis
Packing and shipping
- Packing
- 25 kg / 50 kg PP or jute bags · Paper bags with liner (powder) · Private label on request
- 20 ft container
- Dried 18–19 MT · Powder 20 MT
- 40 ft container
- Dried 26 MT
- Incoterms
- FOB · CFR · CIF
Questions about Turmeric
What curcumin levels can you supply?
Erode and Salem turmeric typically test 2.5–4% curcumin; Alleppey finger tests 4.5–5%. Powder can be blended to a specified curcumin level.
Can you meet EU pesticide limits?
Yes. We source and test lots against EU MRLs and can provide third-party analysis before shipment.
Which ports do you ship turmeric from?
GoodBiz Agri ships turmeric fingers, bulbs and powder from Chennai, Tuticorin and Kochi on FOB, CFR or CIF terms.
What payment terms do you accept?
Irrevocable letter of credit at sight, or advance payment against documents for established buyers.
Can I get samples before ordering?
Yes. We send pre-shipment samples by courier; the courier cost is adjusted against your first order.
How long from order to shipment?
Usually 2–4 weeks after confirmation, depending on product, packing and vessel availability.
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