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Contact SupplierIndia is the world's largest producer, consumer and exporter of chilies in the world. India also has the largest area under chilies in the world. Chilies are the most common spice cultivated in India. It is estimated that India produced 150,000 tons of dry chilies per year.
Chilies are valued principally for their high pungency and color. Almost all the states of India produce the crop. The important chili growing states of India are Andhra Pradesh (46%), Karnataka (15%), Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, West Bengal, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu.
The crop planting starts from August and extends till October. While, the harvesting begins from December with 5% of the arrivals usually reported in this month. The peak arrivals are reported in February to March.
Varities : | Specification : | Packing : | |
The most popular are Sannam, 334, 273, Byadgi, Wonder Hot, Teja and Tomato Chilies. | Type : | Whole Chili with Stem and Whole Chili without Stem | New thin jute bags in 10/25/50 Kgs. |
Color : | Bright Red | ||
Length : | as per grade | ||
Pods with stalk : | 8% max | ||
Moisture : | 12.5% max | ||
Foreign material : | 2% max | ||
Broken chilies : | 7% max | ||
Loose seeds : | 2% max | ||
Damaged and discolored pods :
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6% max |