Technical aspects
Star anise is a stable, aromatic product with consistent sensory and physical characteristics, ensuring high quality and purity.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Brown |
| Consistency | Loose, dry fruits resembling a star shape |
| Aroma | Aromatic, anethole-like, without foreign odors |
| Taste | Characteristic, without foreign aftertastes |
| Moisture content | Max. 12% |
| 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 |
