Black pepper
Black pepper
| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Small, round, wrinkled, and dark brown or black berries |
| Size | Diameter: 4-5 mm |
| Weight | 500-600 grams per 1000 berries |
| Moisture Content | 12-14% |
| Test Weight | 500-600 kg/hl |
| Hardness | Hard, firm, and brittle |
| Shape | Small, round or slightly oval-shaped |
| Color | Dark brown to black |
| Aroma | Pungent, spicy, and aromatic |
| Gluten Content | None (black pepper is gluten-free) |
| Essential Oil Content | 2-3% |
| Density | 550-600 kg/m³ |
| Piperine Content | 4-9% (responsible for the spicy flavor) |