White Turmeric Exporter
From Source to Supply
Herbs and Spices by Blue Jay Oriental Foods, Thailand’s Premier Fruit and Vegetable Exporter

White Turmeric Exporter
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SHEET
Fresh White Turmeric Wholesale Supplier
Premium Thai White Turmeric Exporter – Blue Jay Oriental Foods
Product Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Fresh White Turmeric |
| Alternative Names | White Turmeric, White Turmeric Root, Zedoary, Krachai Khao (trade name; confirmation required) |
| Botanical Name | Curcuma zedoaria — subject to supplier confirmation |
| Product Type | Fresh Asian Rhizome / Culinary Spice |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
| Intended Use | Human Consumption, subject to correct botanical identification |
| Storage Conditions | Store under suitable cool, dry, well-ventilated conditions; avoid excessive moisture and direct sunlight |
| Shelf Life | Subject to maturity, preparation, packaging, and storage conditions; confirm with the supplier |
| Packaging | Export packed in food-grade bags, liners, or cartons |
| Harvest Method | Carefully harvested, cleaned, selected, and sorted |
| Distribution | Worldwide Export, subject to destination-market requirements |
Product Description
Blue Jay Oriental Foods is a wholesale supplier of Thai White Turmeric for international produce and food-service markets, subject to product availability and confirmation of botanical identity.
White Turmeric is a rhizome from the ginger family, commonly associated with Curcuma zedoaria. Depending on the variety and local naming conventions, it may be used in traditional cooking, spice preparations, and regional culinary applications. The rhizome typically has pale cream to ivory-coloured flesh and a distinctive aromatic flavour.
Fresh White Turmeric may be used sliced, crushed, grated, or incorporated into selected traditional dishes and seasoning preparations, depending on the confirmed species and intended culinary use.
Blue Jay Oriental Foods aims to supply carefully selected rhizomes suitable for wholesale distribution, food retailers, restaurants, and food manufacturers. Product identity, quality parameters, packaging, and export suitability should be confirmed before commercial shipment.
Important product identification note: The common name “White Turmeric” can refer to different rhizomes in different markets. Curcuma zedoaria is commonly known as zedoary or white turmeric, but it must not be confused with other white-fleshed rhizomes, including Thai fingerroot (Boesenbergia rotunda). The exact botanical species should be confirmed with the supplier before the product is sold or exported for human consumption.
Physical Characteristics
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Colour | Pale cream to ivory-coloured flesh; outer skin may be cream, light brown, or slightly yellowish |
| Shape | Irregular, branched rhizomes with natural variation in size |
| Texture | Firm, dense, and characteristic of fresh rhizomes |
| Odour | Distinctive aromatic, earthy, and spicy fragrance |
| Taste | Aromatic, earthy, and potentially bitter or pungent, depending on species |
| Foreign Matter | Free from visible foreign matter and excessive soil |
| Freshness | Firm and free from excessive shrivelling or softening |
| Decay | Free from significant rot, mould, and deterioration |
| Pest Damage | Free from significant insect damage or infestation |
| Species Identity | Must be confirmed against the declared botanical name and buyer specification |
Quality Standards
The supplied product should be:
- Correctly identified and suitable for the declared intended use
- Fresh, sound, and suitable for human consumption
- Carefully selected, cleaned, sorted, and packed for export
- Characteristic of the confirmed botanical species
- Free from significant rot, mould, and deterioration
- Free from excessive soil, foreign matter, and visible contamination
- Free from significant pest damage and unacceptable physical defects
- Handled hygienically during harvesting, cleaning, sorting, and packing
- Sourced from farms and packing facilities in Thailand
- Traceable through farm, batch, and packing records
- Compliant with applicable food safety, phytosanitary, and destination-market requirements
Export Compliance
- Packed in suitable food-grade packaging for international shipment
- Compliant with applicable phytosanitary requirements
- Handled under appropriate Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and HACCP-based food safety controls, where applicable
- Traceable through farm, batch, and packing records
- Subject to applicable pesticide residue limits and import requirements
- Supported by relevant phytosanitary certificates and other documentation where required
- Exported in accordance with the regulations of the destination country
- Botanical identity and permitted food use confirmed before commercial export
Worldwide Export Supply
Blue Jay Oriental Foods supplies Thai White Turmeric, subject to availability and confirmation of product identity, to international wholesale markets, serving:
- Fresh produce importers
- Asian food wholesalers
- Retail distribution companies
- Supermarkets and specialist food retailers
- Food manufacturers and processors
- Restaurants and catering businesses
- Foodservice suppliers
Microbiological Status
The product should meet applicable microbiological and hygiene requirements for fresh agricultural produce intended for human consumption. Appropriate hygiene controls should be maintained during harvesting, cleaning, packing, storage, and transportation.
Chemical & Residue Compliance
The product should comply with applicable pesticide residue limits and chemical safety requirements in the destination market. Supplier declarations or laboratory reports should be provided where required.
Allergen Information
| Allergen | Status |
|---|---|
| White Turmeric | Present — Rhizome product; botanical identity to be confirmed |
| Major Food Allergens | No other major allergens intentionally added; cross-contact status should be confirmed with the supplier |
Note: Individuals with sensitivities to turmeric-family rhizomes or related ingredients may experience reactions. Cross-contact risks during harvesting, handling, and packing should be assessed by the supplier.
GMO Status
GMO status should be confirmed through supplier documentation where required.
Packaging Information
| Packaging Type | Net Weight Options |
|---|---|
| Food-Grade Bag / Liner / Export Carton | Various export sizes available upon request |
Packaging format, net weight, rhizome size grading, ventilation, and labelling can be specified according to customer requirements and destination-market regulations.
Packaging should protect the rhizomes from physical damage, excessive moisture, and unsuitable storage conditions during transportation.
Traceability
Each shipment should be traceable through:
- Farm or grower source
- Harvest date
- Cleaning and packing date, where applicable
- Confirmed botanical name and product identification
- Batch or lot coding
- Packing facility records
- Export and phytosanitary documentation, where applicable
Export & Packing Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exporter | Blue Jay Oriental Foods Thailand |
| Packing Standard | Food-grade packaging under appropriate hygiene controls |
| Product Origin | Thailand only |
| Export Compliance | Subject to applicable phytosanitary and destination-market requirements |
| Distribution | Worldwide Export, subject to import approval |
