| Botanical Name |
Cinnamomum tamala |
| Appearance |
Whole dried leaves or cut into pieces |
| Size |
Leaves: 5–10 cm in length, 2–4 cm in width |
| Color |
Green when fresh, turning brown when dried |
| Odor |
Aromatic, spicy, with a hint of cinnamon and clove |
| Taste |
Pungent, slightly bitter with a warm, sweet flavor |
| Moisture Content |
Max 10% |
| Purity |
Min 98% (cleaned, free from foreign matter) |
| Total Ash Content |
Max 9% |
| Volatile Oil Content |
2% to 5% |
| Adulteration |
Free from artificial color and harmful additives |
| Packing |
Typically packed in airtight bags or containers |
