Attribute |
Specification |
Product Name |
Dried Hibiscus Flowers |
Botanical Name |
Hibiscus sabdariffa |
Common Name |
Roselle, Hibiscus, Sorrel (in the Caribbean and Africa) |
Form |
Whole calyces or flakes, dried |
Color |
Deep red to burgundy (high-quality); dull or brownish indicates age |
Aroma |
Slightly fruity, tart fragrance |
Taste |
Tart, cranberry-like flavor |
Size |
Calyx size: 3–6 cm in diameter (whole); flakes vary by cut |
Moisture Content |
Maximum 12% |
Purity |
Minimum 98% |
Admixture |
Not more than 2% |
Foreign Matter |
Not more than 0.5% |
Broken Flowers/Flakes |
Up to 10% (varies by grade) |
Insect Damage |
Absent |
Mould |
Not allowed |
Ash Content |
Total ash: ≤8%; Acid-insoluble ash: ≤2.5% |
Cleanliness |
Mechanically cleaned, free from stones, dust, and other debris |
Shelf Life |
Up to 18–24 months (cool, dry, dark storage) |