Black Pepper from India — sourced, graded and export-ready.
For over 3,000 years, the Malabar coast of Kerala has been the world's definitive source of black pepper. Aethon Overseas sources directly from Wayanad and Idukki — where the cool tropical highland climate, rich laterite soil, and traditional pepper vine cultivation produce peppercorns with bold pungency, high piperine content, and the distinctive Malabar character that global food manufacturers and gourmet buyers demand.
Aethon Overseas supplies black pepper available as faq grade, mg-1 grade, cracked pepper, ground black pepper. From trial samples to multi-container annual contracts, every lot is cleaned, graded and quality-checked before shipment — with a Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary certificate and full export documentation included.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|
| Moisture | Maximum 12% | Hot air oven method |
| Piperine Content | Minimum 4% (FAQ), minimum 5% (MG-1) | HPLC method |
| Volatile Oil | Minimum 2% | Steam distillation |
| Bulk Density | Minimum 500 g/L (bold grade) | Standard measurement |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% | Visual inspection |
| Admixture | Maximum 1% | Visual inspection |
| Pesticide Residue | Below EU MRL limits | Multi-residue LCMS |
Nutritional Information
Typical values per 100 g, edible portion — sourced from USDA FoodData Central and the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN, 2017). Lot-specific values are documented on the NABL-accredited Certificate of Analysis shipped with every consignment.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Energy | 251 kcal |
| Protein | 10.4 g |
| Total Fat | 3.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 63.9 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 25.3 g |
| Sugars | 0.6 g |
Minerals
| Mineral | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 443 mg |
| Iron (Fe) | 9.7 mg |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 171 mg |
| Phosphorus (P) | 158 mg |
| Potassium (K) | 1329 mg |
| Sodium (Na) | 20 mg |
| Zinc (Zn) | 1.2 mg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Per 100 g |
|---|
| Vitamin A | 27 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 0 mg |
| Vitamin E (alpha-toco) | 4.6 mg |
| Vitamin K | 164 µg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.11 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg |
| Folate | 10 µg |
Functional / Quality Markers
| Marker | Typical value / range |
|---|
| Piperine | 5-9% |
| Volatile oil | 1.2-4% |
References: USDA FoodData Central · Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN 2017) · category-specific industry quality benchmarks. Values vary by variety, growing region, season and processing — request a per-lot COA for actual shipment values.
Available Forms & Variants
- FAQ Grade: Fairly Average Quality, standard
- MG-1 Grade: Bold, premium, high piperine
- Cracked Pepper: Coarsely crushed peppercorns
- Ground Black Pepper: Fine ground, aromatic
Uses & Applications
- Spice blends and meat processing
- Sauces, dressings, and ready meals
- Seasoning mixes and marinades
- Whole peppercorns in grinder jars
- Branded consumer packs
- Premium pepper mill refills
- Restaurant and fine dining supply
- Catering and food service
- Institutional kitchen supply
- Piperine bioenhancer formulations
- Black pepper essential oil extraction
- Ayurvedic medicine preparations
Packaging & Shipping
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|
| PP Bags | 25kg, 50kg | 500kg |
| Jute Bags | 25kg, 50kg | 500kg |
| Retail Pouches | 50g, 100g, 200g, 500g | 1000 units |
- Air Freight: 3–7 days worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35 days
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra / JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
- Phytosanitary Certificate — Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
- APEDA Registration — Mandatory agri export certification
- FSSAI License — Indian food safety compliance
- Fumigation Certificate — ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
Indicative Pricing & Lead Time
| Grade / Form | MOQ | Indicative FOB | Lead Time |
|---|
| Trial sample | Small sample | Free + freight at cost | 5–7 days |
| Standard grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Premium grade | 1 MT / 1 container | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Bulk container (FCL) | 10–25 MT | Volume discount | 3–4 weeks |
| Annual contract | Multi-container/year | Negotiated pricing | Multi-shipment schedule |
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