Grains of Paradise

Ivoire Essentials is a direct supplier and exporter of grains of paradise (Aframomum melegueta) from Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa, serving gourmet food, craft spirits, and cosmetic manufacturers worldwide. See our full range of botanicals or get in touch for a quote.

• Latin name: Aframomum melegueta
  
• HS Code: 0910.99
• Origin: Côte d’Ivoire
• Season (harvest): December – April
• Use: Grains of Paradise are prized for their warm, peppery flavor with notes of cardamom, citrus, and eucalyptus. Traditionally used in West African cuisines, these aromatic seeds are increasingly popular in gourmet cooking, craft spirits, and cosmetic formulations for their antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
• Packaging format: 25 kg bags loose. Other formats available.
• Product characteristics / analysis: Certificates of analysis (MRLs, metals, microbiology, aflatoxins, active matter concentration, and others) are available upon request.
• CoA: each batch is accompanied by a specific certificate of analysis (according to agreement with client needs). Testing is conducted by duly certified ISO laboratories.
• MOQ: 2.000 kgs
• Incoterm: to be discussed with client needs.
• Documents provided: Certificate of Origin, Packing List (PL), Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Phytosanitary Certificate, Disinfestation/Fumigation Certificate, Bill of Lading (BL), Invoice, FDA registration, EU importer number (EORI), and others upon request.
• Declarations: Non-GMO, non-irradiation, and others available upon request.
• Market updates / newsletter: provided to our partners regularly.