| Property | Specification |
| Appearance | Yellow powder or rhizome |
| Color | Bright yellow or golden yellow |
| Odor | Aromatic, slightly bitter, earthy |
| Taste | Warm, slightly bitter, and pungent |
| Form | Powder, rhizome, or extract |
| Moisture Content | 6-8% (depending on the form) |
| Particle Size | 60-100 mesh (for powdered turmeric) |
| Bulk Density | 0.55-0.65 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in water |
| pH (of aqueous solution) | 5.5-7.0 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.5-1.6 |
| Ash Content | 5-8% (depending on the quality) |
| Curcumin Content | 2-6% (in raw turmeric) |
| Volatile Oil Content | 3-7% (in raw turmeric) |