
Whole spices · Kerala Spices
Botanical name: Piper nigrum
White pepper is the seed of ripe Piper nigrum berries with the outer fruit layer removed, usually by soaking (retting) and rubbing; the result is a pale, smooth peppercorn. Smoother, milder heat for refined dishes.
Grades and forms offered; where no grades are stated, a single standard listing is shown.
Standard
Standard listing — grades to be confirmed
The parameters we state for this product, each with its status.
| Parameter | Value | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture max | ≤ 12% | Stated specification | |
| Piperine min | ≥ 3% | Stated specification |
Typical uses.
“General culinary use” marks general information about how the spice is commonly used; it is not a statement by Nurtured Spices.
Other entries in the range that overlap with, or relate to, this product.
Black PepperRelated listing
Same plant (Piper nigrum); listed separately.
Green PepperRelated listing
Same plant (Piper nigrum), different processing.