Black Cardamom (Badi Elaichi)
Black Cardamom, also known as “Badi Elaichi,” is a bold and smoky spice used extensively in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian cuisine. It is also prized in Ayurvedic medicine for its warming, digestive, and therapeutic properties. At Baba Baidyanath Commercial, we export carefully dried, robust black cardamom pods that retain their natural essential oils, intense aroma, and export-grade cleanliness — ready for industrial and culinary use worldwide.
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Botanical Name: Amomum subulatum
Size Grades Exported:
Extra Bold (2.5 cm+)
Bold (2–2.5 cm)
Regular (1.5–2 cm)
Origin Regions:
Sourced from the Himalayan foothills — including Sikkim, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh — where black cardamom is grown traditionally and organically.
Processing:
Harvested and smoke-dried using traditional wood-fired ovens
Machine cleaned to remove stalks, dust, and admixture
Packed under humidity-controlled conditions for freshness
Color:
Dark reddish-brown to black
Moisture Content:
12% max
Essential Oil Content:
Up to 2%
Packaging:
10kg / 25kg / 50kg bags (jute or HDPE with liner)
Vacuum or nitrogen-flushed pouches available on request
Clearly marked with crop year, grade, and lot number
Applications:
Curry bases, meat marinades, garam masala, biryanis
Herbal teas and chai mixes
Digestive tonics, breath fresheners, Ayurvedic syrups
Shelf Life:
12–15 months in airtight storage
Export Markets:
Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Nepal, UAE, USA, Germany, Pakistan
Certifications:
FSSAI | Spices Board | Phytosanitary | APEDA | COA / Lab Reports on demand
Ethical & Direct Sourcing
We partner with farmers and cooperatives to ensure traceability, fair pricing, and consistent quality across seasons.
State-of-the-Art Processing
Our units follow rigorous hygiene and export-ready processing standards, minimizing contamination and maximizing purity.
Export-Centric Packaging
Our units follow rigorous hygiene and export-ready processing standards, minimizing contamination and maximizing purity.
Dedicated Export Support
From documentation to clearance, our export desk provides seamless coordination and responsive communication at every step.
