| Property |
Specification |
| Appearance |
Dried, unopened flower buds, typically dark brown to reddish-brown |
| Size |
1.0–2.0 cm in length |
| Shape |
Nail-like (resembling a small, dried flower) |
| Color |
Dark brown to reddish-brown, sometimes with a slight purple hue |
| Texture |
Hard, smooth, and slightly woody |
| Aroma |
Strong, aromatic, with a sweet, pungent, and slightly spicy scent |
| Flavor |
Warm, sweet, and bitter with a distinct spicy kick |
| Hardness |
Very hard, can be difficult to crush |
| Moisture Content |
Typically ≤ 13% |
| Density |
0.60–0.80 g/cm³ |
| Broken Pieces |
≤ 5% (for whole cloves) |
| Impurities |
< 1% of foreign matter |
| Origin |
Mainly India, Madagascar, and Indonesia |
| Storage Conditions |
Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and moisture |
