Black Pepper Spent - Product #004
Black Pepper Spent
Black pepper spent refers to the residual material left after the extraction of essential oil or oleoresin from black pepper (Piper nigrum). Although most of its volatile oil content is removed during processing, it still retains some active compounds, fiber, and nutritional value. This by product is commonly used in industries such as animal feed, composting, organic farming, biofuel production, and mild seasoning applications.
| Appearance | Dark brown to black coarse powder or granules |
| Texture | Fibrous and slightly rough |
| Odor | Mild spicy aroma, reduced compared to raw black pepper |
| Moisture Content | Typically 10-12% (low moisture prevents spoilage) |
| Piperine Content | 0.5% to 3% (depends on extraction efficiency) |
| Volatile Oil Content | Less than 1% |
| High Fiber Content | Often 30-50%, making it useful for animal feed and composting |
Applications
| Animal Feed Industry | Used as a fiber-rich ingredient in livestock feed |
| Organic Farming & Composting | Enhances soil health as an organic amendment |
| Food Industry | Incorporated into spice blends with mild pungency |
| Biofuel & Biomass Production | Used as a raw material for briquettes or pellets |
| Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Uses | May still contain some beneficial bioactive compounds |
| Foreign matter | <1% |
| Heavy metals & pesticides | Should comply with food/animal feed safety standards of the importing country |
| Packaging | 25 kg or 50 kg PP bags or bulk containers |
| Storage Conditions | Cool, dry place away from moisture and pests |
| Shelf Life | 6-12 months when stored |