Saffron
| Attributes | Details |
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Variety |
Kashmiri Saffron (Mongra, Lacha) – world’s costliest spice |
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Grade |
Mongra (premium, stigmas only) |
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Major Origin |
Jammu & Kashmir (Pampore plateau) – GI Tagged |
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Moisture |
<8% |
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Nutritional Highlights (per 100g) |
N/A (used in pinches; notable compounds are crocin, picrocrocin for color and aroma) |
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Pungency / Volatile Content |
N/A |
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Other Attributes |
Precious Stigmas: Kashmiri saffron has deep crimson color and high crocin content (colouring strength). Used in gourmet cuisine and Ayurveda. Known to potentially improve mood and have antioxidants. Sold in gram quantities; quality measured by ISO category (I/II) based on color potency. |
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HS Code |
0910.20 |