Whole Dried Ginger (Split / Unsplit)
The standard bulk-export form, preferred by buyers who process or grind closer to end use and want better aroma retention in storage.
Product Export Guide
Indian Dry Ginger Export Guide
A buyer's overview of Indian dry ginger: split and unsplit whole ginger, powder, oleoresin and volatile oil, HS codes, MOQ and destination requirements.
What We Supply
Dry ginger sourced from South Indian growing regions, supplied as whole dried ginger (split/unsplit) and ground powder for international food processors, distributors and wholesale buyers. Oleoresin content, moisture and grade are confirmed with the supplying source at the enquiry stage.
Decide These First
- Format: split, unsplit or ground ginger, which are different products with different yields.
- Volatile oil and oleoresin: state the minimums you need.
- HS code: whole dried ginger and powder fall under different lines, so confirm both with your broker.
- Destination: name the country so labelling and documents can be planned.
ShankuChakra is a merchant exporter: we coordinate sourcing, specification and export documents with qualified suppliers, and we do not yet have an existing customer base to cite.
Dry Ginger at a Glance
| Origin | Kerala / Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Forms | Whole Dried Ginger (Split/Unsplit); Ground Ginger Powder |
| Packaging | Retail pouch; Bulk PP bag |
| HS code | 09101120 |
| MOQ | 100 kg (indicative — confirmed per order, packaging and destination) |
| Moisture | ≤ 12% (typical range) |
| Volatile Oil | ≥ 1.5% (typical range) |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% (typical range) |
| HS Code — Ground Powder | 09101200 (whole/dried, unbleached ginger is 09101120, above — confirm both with your broker) |
Figures are typical ranges, confirmed against the specific lot before shipment and not guaranteed. Download the spec sheet (PDF).
Grades and Varieties
Dry ginger is graded first by form — whole dried (split/unsplit) versus ground powder — then confirmed against lot-level moisture and volatile-oil figures at enquiry stage.
Ground Ginger Powder
Ready-to-use format with shorter effective shelf life than whole dried ginger — ask for milling date and storage conditions.
Moisture & Volatile Oil Confirmation
Typical commercial reference points are moisture ≤ 12% and volatile oil ≥ 1.5%, confirmed per lot rather than assumed from appearance.
Guides for Dry Ginger Buyers
Buyer's Guide
Dry Ginger from India: Specs, Forms, and Buyer Checks
A practical guide to sourcing dry ginger from India — whole versus powder, key quality parameters, HS-code split, and what to confirm before ordering.
Buyer's Guide
Dry Ginger: Quality Testing and Shipment Checks for Importers
How to verify a dry ginger lot from India: which numbers to ask for, how moisture and packing affect shipment, what to check on arrival and how to handle a lot that misses the specification.
Exporting Dry Ginger to Specific Markets
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the HS code for dry ginger exported from India?
- Whole dried (unbleached) ginger is classified under HS code 0910.11.20, and ground ginger powder under 0910.12.00 — two different codes. Confirm both with your customs broker against your specific form.
- What quality parameters should a dry ginger specification include?
- A typical reference range is moisture at or below 12%, volatile oil at or above 1.5%, and foreign matter at or below 1%, with final values confirmed for the specific lot before shipment.
- Should I import whole dry ginger or powder?
- Whole dried ginger generally holds aroma and volatile compounds longer in storage and transit. Powder is ready to use but should be bought with a clear milling-date confirmation.
- What is a typical first order quantity for dry ginger?
- Around 100 kg is a common indicative starting point, supplied in retail pouches or bulk PP bags depending on your destination and use case.
Requirements vary by product and destination and change over time. This page is orientation, not legal or customs advice, so confirm with your customs broker.
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