Appearance | Whole, dark brown to black, dried flower buds |
Odor | Strong, pungent, sweet-spicy |
Taste | Hot, aromatic, slightly sweet |
Particle Size | Whole or powdered form |
Moisture Content | ≤ 10% |
Bulk Density | 0.50 – 0.60 g/cm³ |
Ash Content | ≤ 7% |
Color | Dark brown to black |
Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils |
Heavy Metals | Lead ≤ 2 mg/kg, Arsenic ≤ 1 mg/kg |