Black Pepper (Whole Peppercorns)
Origin: Vietnam, Brazil & multiple originsBlack pepper — the king of spices — is the sun-dried unripe berry of the pepper vine, traded by density (ASTM GL grade), piperine content and size. Aroma and clean drying are what separate a good lot from a discount one.
Crezantium: a leading exporter of Black Pepper from Vietnam, Brazil and multiple origins. We supply grinders, blend houses, food manufacturers and retail packers.
Product Specifications
Figures are typical trade specs for this product; final values are agreed per contract and confirmed against lot analysis.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Grades | ASTM 450 / 500 / 550 / 600 GL & size-split bolds |
| Piperine | Typ. min. 3.5–6% — confirmed per lot |
| Moisture | Max. 12–13% |
| Cleaning | Machine-cleaned; steam-sterilised on request |
| Packaging | 25/35/40 kg new PP or jute bags; retail on request |
Also from Crezantium: White Pepper • Red Pepper
Buyer FAQ
Pepper is graded by bulk density in grams per litre — 550 GL, 500 GL etc. Higher density means plumper, heavier berries with more pericarp, so mills and grinders buy by GL grade.
Tellicherry is a bold-size (4.75 mm+) black pepper from India's Malabar coast, priced above standard grades for its higher pericarp ratio and stronger aroma.
Yes — steam sterilisation for salmonella and total-plate-count control is available for markets that require it; specify at quote stage.
Grade (GL/size), quantity, destination port and packaging help us respond with accurate pricing and lead times faster.
