Botanical Name | Tamarindus indica |
Appearance | Brownish, sticky pulp with seeds, or as whole pods |
Size | Pods: 5–15 cm in length; Pulp: fine, thick paste |
Color | Brown, with a reddish hue when ripe |
Odor | Tangy, slightly sweet and sour |
Taste | Sour, sweet-sour with a tangy flavor |
Moisture Content | Max 25% |
Purity | Min 98% (cleaned, free from foreign matter) |
Acidity (Tartaric Acid) | Min 12% |
Total Ash Content | Max 7% |
Adulteration | Free from artificial color and harmful additives |