Premium Cloves: Whole & Ground – Export Grade Mahuva, India
Product Overview
Joshi Foods and Spices offers high-quality Indian cloves (Syzygium aromaticum), handpicked from select farms and batch processed to maximize oil content, sweet-spicy aroma, and purity. Our cloves are FSSAI & HACCP certified and are available in whole and ground forms for global B2B, food, pharma, and cosmetic industries. Exported from Mahuva, Gujarat, India.
- HS Code: Whole 09071010 | Ground 09072000 (Export/Import)
- Aroma: Intense, sweet and spicy, warm with woody and floral notes (signature of Indian cloves)
- Oil Content: 15-20% (Eugenol-rich)
- Container Loading Quantity: 20 ft: 11 MT | 40 ft: 22 MT (approx)
- Origin: India (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka), Mahuva Gujarat sorting & packing
- Certifications: FSSAI, HACCP, Organic, ETO/Gamma/Steam sterilization, EU/USDA standards
Product Specifications
| Type | Whole Cloves & Clove Powder (Syzygium aromaticum) |
|---|---|
| HS Code | 09071010 (Whole) | 09072000 (Ground) |
| Aroma | Sweet, spicy, warm, woody, floral top notes |
| Primary Grades | CG-1 (Handpicked), CG-2, CG-3 |
| Oil Content | 15-20% |
| Moisture | 10-12% max |
| Color | Deep brown, uniform sheen, no fungal stains |
| Admixture | 1% max |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% max |
| Shelf Life | 1-2 years (dry, cool storage) |
| Packing | 25/50 kg PP/Jute/HDPE bags, vacuum, private label available |
| Container Loading | 20 ft: 11 MT | 40 ft: 22 MT approx |
| Country of Origin | India |
Physical Analysis
| Appearance | Whole buds, free from stems/powder, brown color, unbroken |
|---|---|
| Texture | Firm, slightly oily, no fungal contamination |
| Flavor | Strong sweet-spicy, warming, aromatic |
Chemical Analysis
| Oil Content (Eugenol) | Min 15% (by steam distillation) |
|---|---|
| Moisture (%) | 10-12 max |
| Broken Cloves | <3% |
| Ash (%) | <7% |
| Acid-Insoluble Ash (%) | <2% |
Microbiological Analysis
| Total Plate Count | <50,000 cfu/g |
|---|---|
| Yeast & Mould | <500 cfu/g |
| Coliforms | <100 cfu/g |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25g |
| E. coli | Absent/1g |
Nutritional Value (per 100g dry product)
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 6.0 g |
| Fat | 13.0 g |
| - saturated fat | 3.6 g |
| - trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 66.0 g |
| - of which sugars | 2.0 g |
| Fiber | 33.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 g |
| Salt (Na x2.5) | 0.68 g |
| Energy | 323 kcal / 1351 kJ |
Applications, Uses & Industries Served
- Culinary – Spice blends, seasonings, baked foods, drinks, flavor factories
- Health & Wellness – Pharmaceuticals, herbal extracts, aromatherapy, oral care
- Cosmetics – Soaps, perfumes, toothpastes, creams, body care
- Bulk and private label packing for exporters, brands, ingredient companies
- Essential oil extraction, ingredient for nutraceuticals and supplements
- Uses: anti-inflammatory, analgesic, flavoring, digestive support, oral health, immune system booster
Health Benefits
- Anti-inflammatory & Analgesic: Eugenol active compound helps ease pain and inflammation
- Antibacterial & Antifungal: Natural broad-spectrum properties, support healthy oral/digestive systems
- Antioxidant-rich: Fights free radicals, supports cell resilience and organ health
- Supports digestion: Promotes enzyme secretion, aids gut and digestive function
- Blood sugar & liver function: May regulate glucose, improve liver resilience
- Supports bone strength: Contains manganese & nutrients aiding bone formation
Why Choose Joshi Foods and Spices?
- Direct Mahuva manufacturer and global exporter
- High oil content, premium aroma, batch testing
- Flexible packing: bulk, retail, and private label
- Strictly sortex cleaned, certified for export standards
- Reliable supply, competitive pricing, and full export documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
- HS Code for cloves?
- 09071010 (Whole), 09072000 (Ground)
- What is the aroma of Indian cloves?
- Intense sweet-spicy top note, warming, woody, floral
- What is the oil content?
- 15-20%, high eugenol content (tested per batch)
- Loading Quantity per Container?
- 20 ft: ~11 MT | 40 ft: ~22 MT
- What is the physical/chemical/microbiological profile?
- Batch-tested, meets export/food safety standards (see table)
- Applications/Uses?
- Culinary, pharma, oral care, aromatherapy, cosmetics
- Health benefits?
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, digestive, bone health support