Technical aspects
Ground star anise is a fine, aromatic powder with consistent sensory and physical characteristics, ensuring high purity and stability during storage.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Grey to green |
| Consistency | Loose powder |
| Aroma | Aromatic, anethole-like, without foreign odors |
| Taste | Characteristic, without foreign aftertastes |
| Moisture content | Max. 1% |
| Pests or residues | Not allowed |
| Ochratoxin A | Max. 15 µg/kg |
| Benzo(a)pyrene | Max. 10 µg/kg |
| Sum of PAHs (benzo(a)pyrene, benzo(a)anthracene, benzo(b)fluoranthene, chrysene) | Max. 50 µg/kg |
| Ionization | Not subjected to ionizing radiation |
