Black Pepper Whole

1. Product Overview

Black Pepper (Piper nigrum), widely acclaimed as the “King of Spices,” is among the most extensively used and traded spices globally. Sourced from the dried unripe berries of the pepper vine, it is celebrated for its pungent aroma, bold flavor, and numerous culinary and medicinal applications.

As a reliable exporter based in Gujarat, India, we offer premium-grade whole black pepper that is sun-dried, machine-cleaned, and carefully packed to retain its volatile oil content, flavor, and freshness. Our pepper is sourced from India’s finest cultivation belts, adhering to stringent quality standards for both domestic and international markets.

2. Uses

Culinary Uses:

• Widely used as a seasoning in everyday cooking, salad dressings, spice blends, and marinades.

• A staple in Indian, Asian, Mediterranean, and Western cuisines.

Medicinal Uses:

• Supports digestion, boosts metabolism, and enhances the bioavailability of nutrients.

• Common in Ayurvedic medicine and traditional herbal treatments.

Industrial Uses:

• Employed in spice processing, essential oil extraction, and as a natural preservative in food manufacturing.

3. Sourcing & Export Regions

Our black pepper is primarily sourced from India’s top pepper-growing regions, including Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, known for their rich soil and ideal climate. Final processing and packaging are carried out at our advanced facility in Gujarat.

Export Destinations:

• Asia: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore

• Europe: UK, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands

• Americas: USA, Canada, Mexico

• Africa: Egypt, South Africa, Morocco

• Oceania: Australia, New Zealand

4. Black Pepper Names in Indian & Foreign Languages

Indian Languages:

Foreign Languages:

5. Trade & Shipment Details

Payment Terms:

•  T/T: 70% advance and 30% upon presentation of Bill of Lading (BL) scanned documents

Pricing Options:

• FOB: Mundra / JNPT / Chennai ports

• CIF / CNF available on request

Delivery Timeline:

• Dispatch within 15 days of signing the sales contract

Loading Ports:

• Mundra Port/ JNPT Port (Nhava Sheva)/ Chennai Port

Samples:

• DHL courier charges to be paid by the buyer

6. International Buyer

1. Malabar Garbled Black Pepper – Classic Indian Export Grade

What is it?
Malabar Garbled is one of the oldest and most exported varieties of Indian black pepper. It is well-rounded in flavor, mildly pungent, and ideal for general culinary use.

Origin: Kerala, India
Type: Garbled (cleaned, sorted)
Piperine Content: 5% – 6.5%
Granule Size: 3mm – 4.5mm
Color: Dark brown to black
Moisture: <12%
Processing: Machine cleaned, hand graded, or BRC sorted

Benefits:

• Mild pungency and rich aroma
• Ideal for grinding, seasoning, and blends
• Widely accepted by global buyers due to its versatility

Applications:

• Spice mills and grinders
• Table pepper, pepper sauces
• Curry blends and dry rubs
• Processed meat seasoning

Export Highlights:

• FSSAI, HACCP, ISO, Organic (on demand)
• Supplied in 25kg or 50kg jute/PP bags
• Popular in the USA, EU, Middle East, South Africa

2. Tellicherry Black Pepper – Bold Grade, High Oil Content

What is it?
Tellicherry (TGSEB – Tellicherry Garbled Special Extra Bold) is a premium grade black pepper harvested in Kerala. Known for its bold size and strong essential oil content, it is favored by gourmet and foodservice buyers.

Origin: Wayanad, Kannur – Kerala
Size Grade: >4.75mm (Extra Bold)
Piperine Content: 6.5% – 7.5%
Color: Jet black, large granules
Flavor Profile: Warm, citrusy, intense
Moisture: Below 12%

Benefits:

• Superior aroma and taste profile
• High oil and piperine content
• Premium look for gourmet packaging

Applications:

• Gourmet spice jars
• Steak rubs, BBQ seasoning
• Whole spice premium packs
• Extraction for essential oils

Export Highlights:

• Certified under USDA Organic, HACCP
• Preferred in Europe, North America, Japan
• Available in bulk or private label packs

3. Panniyur Black Pepper – Hybrid High-Yield Variety

What is it?
Panniyur is a high-yield hybrid variety developed in Kerala. It offers consistent granule size, moderate heat, and is suitable for mass-market processing.

Origin: Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
Size: 3.5mm – 4.2mm
Piperine: 5% – 6%
Moisture: <12%
Color: Uniform black
Form: Garbled or un-garbled

Benefits:

• Consistent output and size
• Economical and available in bulk
• Suitable for commercial grinding and blending

Applications:

• Industrial spice powders
• Food service packaging
• Fast food & processed food seasoning

Export Highlights:

• Regular supply in 20ft/40ft container loads
• Supplied in 25kg/50kg bags
• Preferred in Middle East, Vietnam, Indonesia

4. Un-Garbled Pepper – Raw, Cost-Effective Grade

What is it?
Un-garbled pepper is the uncleaned, unsorted form of black pepper. It is more economical and often used by bulk buyers who process it further in their facilities.

Origin: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala
Size: Mixed (2.5mm – 4mm)
Moisture: 12% – 13%
Color: Brown to black
Form: Includes dust, splits, and mixed grades

Benefits:

• Lower price point for bulk processing
• Suitable for powder, oleoresin, and oil extraction
• Used by spice mills and processors

Applications:

• Pepper powder production
• Extraction for oleoresin
• Institutional blending

Export Highlights:

• Available at competitive FOB rates
• Can be cleaned/sorted per buyer request
• Often supplied to Bangladesh, Egypt, UAE, Turkey

 5. White Pepper (Processed from Black_ – Peeled and Mellow

What is it?
White pepper is made by soaking ripe black pepper and removing the outer black skin. It has a milder, earthy taste and is used in light-colored sauces and gourmet cuisine.

Origin: Kerala, Karnataka
Processing: Soaked, de-skinned, sun-dried
Size: 3mm+
Piperine: 4% – 5.5%
Moisture: <12%
Color: Pale white to off-white

Benefits:

• Mild taste and smooth texture
• Preferred in Western cooking
• Less visual impact in light sauces and soups

Applications:

• White sauces, cream-based dishes
• Salad dressings, continental cuisines
• Premium spice blends

Export Highlights:

• Higher value product with gourmet appeal
• Available in vacuum or moisture-proof packs
• Exported to Europe, USA, Singapore