| Parameter | Specification | 
| Appearance | Fine, bright red powder | 
| Size | Fine, smooth texture (sieve size: 80-100 mesh) | 
| Odor | Characteristic pungent and spicy aroma | 
| Taste | Spicy, pungent, and hot | 
| Moisture Content | 6-8% (maximum) | 
| Capsaicin Content | 0.3-1.0% (depending on the variety) | 
| Color | Uniform bright red to dark red | 
| Purity | 98-99% clean, free from foreign particles or dust | 
| Foreign Matter | Nil (free from extraneous materials) | 
| Heavy Metals | Within permissible limits (e.g., lead < 1 ppm) | 
| Aflatoxins | Below detection limits (less than 5 ppb) | 
| Packaging | Packed in airtight, moisture-resistant containers | 
| Particle Size | Fine, powder with smooth consistency |