Spices and Aromatic Herbs
Organic Fennel
Organic fennel, obtained from the ripe seeds of organically grown fennel plants; an aromatic product used in herbal teas, spices and various food applications, thanks to its distinctive aroma and characteristic seed structure.
General Information
Organic fennel is obtained by harvesting, drying and cleaning the seeds of fennel plants grown under organic production conditions once they have ripened. The seeds’ characteristic aroma, colour and physical structure are the product’s main features. Seed integrity, colour, aroma, moisture and foreign matter control are the main criteria in assessing product quality.
Because of its distinctive aroma, fennel is one of the aromatic seeds used in different cuisines and botanical product applications. Whole seeds can be used in herbal tea and spice applications, and can also be ground or included in different botanical blends depending on the intended use.
Uses
Organic fennel can be used in various food and botanical product applications:
- Herbal teas and tea blends
- Spices and spice blends
- Bread and bakery products
- Confectionery and various food products
- Aromatic food and beverage applications
- Ground spices and seasoning products
- Food and botanical product industry
The product’s particle size, seed integrity, cleanliness level, colour, moisture and aroma characteristics can be assessed according to the intended use and customer specifications.
Analytical constituents
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 12 | % |
| Volatile oil | min 1.0 | ml/100 g |
| Crude ash | ≤ 10 | % |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤ 2 | % |
| Foreign matter | ≤ 0.5 | % |
The parameters stated above represent generally accepted values and may vary by batch; binding values are communicated at the time of enquiry during the resulting discussions.