Turmeric powder or fingers
| Parameter | Turmeric Powder | Turmeric Fingers |
| Appearance | Fine, uniform powder | Whole dried rhizomes (fingers) |
| Color | Bright yellow to deep yellow | Natural yellow to orange-yellow |
| Aroma | Earthy, warm, slightly bitter | Strong, earthy, characteristic of turmeric |
| Flavor | Pungent, slightly bitter, warm | Warm, slightly bitter, pungent |
| Texture | Dry, smooth, free-flowing | Hard, solid, dry |
| Moisture Content | Not more than 8–10% | Not more than 10% |
| Particle Size | 80–100 mesh (standard) | Not applicable |
| Length | Not applicable | 3–6 cm (varies by variety) |
| Bulk Density | 0.45 – 0.65 g/cm³ | Not typically measured |
| Curcumin Content | 2% – 6% (depends on source and processing) | 2% – 6% (varies by origin and variety) |
| Ash Content (Total) | Max 9% | Max 9% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | Max 1.5% | Max 1.5% |
| Foreign Matter | Absent | Absent |
| Broken Pieces | Not applicable | Less than 5% allowed |
| Mold/Insect Damage | Absent | Absent |
| Adulteration | None (pure and natural) | None (pure and natural) |
| Shelf Life | 12 to 18 months (in airtight, dry storage) | Up to 24 months (in cool, dry storage) |
| Packaging | Food-grade pouches, jars, or bulk bags | Jute bags, PP/HDPE bags, or cartons |
