IMLI Tamarind
๐ณ Imli (Tamarind): The Tangy Treasure of Tropical Flavor
๐น Botanical Details
Botanical Name: Tamarindus indica
Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
๐น Common Names:
- English: Tamarind
- Hindi: เคเคฎเคฒเฅ (Imli)
- Tamil: Puli
- Telugu: Chintapandu
- Arabic: ุชู ุฑ ููุฏู
- Spanish: Tamarindo
- French: Tamarin
๐ฑ Botanical & Agricultural Profile
- Tree Height: 12โ18 meters
- Pods: Brown, curved, 5โ15 cm
- Pulp: Sticky, fibrous, tart flavor
- Harvest: January โ April
๐ Major Producing Countries:
- ๐ฎ๐ณ India (AP, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra)
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Mexico
- Myanmar
- Sri Lanka
- Philippines
๐ India is a global leader in tamarind production & exports.
๐ญ Processing Method
- Harvesting pods & sun-drying
- Shelling & pulp separation
- Cleaning fibers & seeds
- Packing into blocks, paste, or powder
โ Processed under hygienic, food-safe conditions.
๐ฌ Nutritional Profile (per 100g pulp)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | 239 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 62.5 g |
| Sugars | 38.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Calcium | 74 mg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Potassium | 628 mg |
| Vitamin C | 3.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 92 mg |
| Tartaric Acid | ~12% |
๐ Tamarind is rich in tartaric acid, antioxidants & minerals.
โ Health Benefits
- Digestive Aid: Natural laxative & cleanser
- Heart Health: Lowers LDL, supports BP
- Antioxidant: Polyphenols & flavonoids
- Rich in Minerals: Calcium, magnesium, potassium
- Controls Blood Sugar: May improve metabolism
- Cooling & Anti-inflammatory: Traditional fever remedy
๐ Culinary Applications
- Curries, Rasam & Sambhar
- Chutneys, Pickles & Sauces
- Tamarind Rice (Puliyogare)
- Tamarind Candy & Confectionery
- Juices, Sherbets & Coolers
- Worcestershire Sauce, Thai dishes
- Meat tenderizer in marinades
๐งด Medicinal & Industrial Uses
- Ayurvedic & Unani medicines
- Liver tonics & digestive syrups
- Tamarind kernel powder in textiles & adhesives
- Pulp used in polishes & natural cleansers
๐ฆ Product Variants & Packaging
| Product Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Tamarind Whole | Dried pods or deseeded |
| Seedless Slabs | Compressed pulp blocks |
| Tamarind Paste | Ready-to-use paste |
| Concentrate | High-acid extract |
| Powder | Spray-dried/dehydrated |
| Tamarind Candy | Sweetened pulp retail |
๐ฆ Packaging Formats:
- Retail: 100g โ 1kg pouches/bricks
- Bulk: 10kg โ 50kg bags/barrels
- Private Label: Custom branding
- Organic Options: On request
๐ Market Trends
- Rising demand in ethnic & natural souring foods
- Growth in beverages & health foods
- Increasing export of paste & concentrate
- High demand in retail & food service sectors
๐ Product Specification Summary
| Botanical Name | Tamarindus indica |
| Forms | Whole, Slabs, Paste, Powder |
| Acidity | 8โ14% (tartaric acid) |
| Moisture | Max 15% |
| Shelf Life | 12โ24 months |
| HS Code | 08109010 / 13021910 |
| Certifications | FSSAI, HACCP, ISO, USDA Organic |
| Origin | India |
๐ค Why Choose Our Tamarind?
- โ Premium sourcing from Indian tamarind belts
- โ Multiple forms: whole, seedless, paste, powder, concentrate
- โ Hygienically processed & lab-tested
- โ Long shelf life with custom packaging
- โ Export-ready with documentation support