Standard Specifications Cloves
- Moisture Content: 10–12% (lower is better to prevent mold and maintain aroma).
- Impurities: Maximum 1–2% (including stems, small leaves, or other foreign particles).
- Whole Cloves: ≥ 95% (indicates good sorting quality).
- Headless Cloves: ≤ 3–5% (the lower the grade, the more premium).
- Brown Cloves: ≤ 2–3% (brown indicates decreased quality).
- Oil Content: Minimum 15–18% (for premium grades, it can reach 20%+; the higher the better the aroma and export value).
- Clove Size: 8–12 mm (standard range; uniform size is preferred by buyers).
- Aroma & Color: Strong, distinctive eugenol aroma
- Even dark red to dark brown color (not dull)