Turmeric Powder is a vibrant golden-yellow hue, and has a slightly bitter flavor with a warm, mildly pungent aroma. Known for its curcumin content, turmeric offers notable anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, making it a staple in medicinal and culinary traditions alike. It’s a key ingredient in various cuisines, lending color and flavor to curries, stews, and rice dishes, and doubles as a natural dye in food, cosmetics, and skincare products.
Key Features of Turmeric Powder:
- Usage: Essential in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian cuisines; also used in soaps, cosmetics, and as a natural dye.
- Natural Colorant: Produces a bright yellow/gold color, ideal for enhancing the appearance of dishes and products.
- Country of Origin: India, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka.
- Storage & Packaging: Best stored in cool, dry conditions in sealed containers to maintain freshness and efficacy.
- Shelf Life: The product has a standard industry shelf life of 24 months.
- Safety Standards: Meets microbial safety standards; E. Coli – <10 cfu/g, Salmonella – Negative/25g.
- INCI Listing: Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Root Powder f.
- Usage Directions: Ideal for incorporation into various formulas with recommended use levels from 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon per pound of base. Advised for rinse-off products to prevent potential staining.
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