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Star Anise
Whole dried star anise for food processing and pharmaceutical use
Whole dried star anise (Illicium verum) with high trans-anethole content. Used in food processing, liqueur production, and as a source of shikimic acid.
Origin
Al Fayoum, Egypt
Category
Spices
Compliance
EU / Korean MFDS
Shelf Life
24 months from production
EU EC 396/2005Korean MFDSISO 22000HACCP
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Form | Whole / Broken / Ground |
| Moisture Content | Max 12% |
| Essential Oil Content | Min 5.0 mL/100g |
| Trans-Anethole | Min 85% of essential oil |
Microbiological Standards
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Total Plate Count (TPC) | Max 100,000 CFU/g |
| Yeast & Mold | Max 10,000 CFU/g |
| E. coli | Absent in 1g |
| Salmonella spp. | Absent in 25g |
| Listeria monocytogenes | Absent in 25g |
Pesticide Residue Limits
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| EU Compliance | EC 396/2005 — all MRLs compliant |
| Korean MFDS Standard | Compliant with Korean pesticide MRL list |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | Max 3.0 mg/kg |
| Heavy Metals (Cd) | Max 0.2 mg/kg |
Packaging & Logistics
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard Packaging | 10 kg / 20 kg polyethylene bags in cartons |
| Bulk Packaging | 200 kg / 500 kg big bags (FIBC) |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from production date |
| Storage Conditions | Cool, dry place; max 25°C, max 60% RH |
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