Fresh ginger

Attribute Specification
Product Name Fresh Ginger
Botanical Name Zingiber officinale
Appearance Firm, plump rhizomes with light brown to golden skin
Shape Irregular, knobby, and branched rhizomes
Size 3–15 cm in length, variable thickness
Skin Thin, slightly rough, may be peeled easily when fresh
Flesh Color Pale yellow to light brown
Aroma Strong, spicy, and pungent
Taste Spicy, warm, and slightly sweet
Moisture Content 80%–85%
Fiber Content Moderate
Foreign Matter Not more than 1%
Damaged Pieces Not more than 2%
Maturity Fully matured rhizomes
Cleanliness Clean, free from soil and dirt
Pest Damage Free from pests and visible damage