Property | Specification |
Appearance | Dried flower buds, tapering at both ends |
Size | Length: 10-15 mm |
Weight | 35-40 grams per 1000 buds |
Moisture Content | 10-12% |
Test Weight | 200-250 kg/hl |
Hardness | Hard, brittle texture |
Shape | Nail-like, with a prominent central stem |
Color | Brown to dark brown |
Aroma | Strong, pungent, and spicy |
Gluten Content | None (cloves are gluten-free) |
Essential Oil Content | 15-20% |
Density | 500-600 kg/m³ |
Volatile Oil Content | 14-18% (eugenol is the main compound) |