| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Fine powder, light brown to yellowish-brown |
| Color | Light brown to yellowish-brown |
| Odor | Strong, characteristic, spicy, and aromatic |
| Taste | Pungent, slightly sweet, and spicy |
| Form | Powdered form |
| Moisture Content | 6-8% |
| Particle Size | 80-100 mesh |
| Bulk Density | 0.50-0.55 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in water |
| pH (of aqueous solution) | 5.5-6.5 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.2-1.3 |