Quality Assurance

Certifications & Compliance

Every SpiceModo shipment is backed by independent laboratory testing, regulatory compliance documentation, and verifiable quality certifications for global import markets.

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APEDA Registration

SpiceModo (Vasundhara Performance Solutions Pvt. Ltd.) is registered with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority โ€” India's statutory body governing spice and agricultural exports.

Authority: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
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NABL-Accredited Lab Testing

Every lot of product is independently tested at NABL-accredited laboratories (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) before shipment. Test reports available on request.

Tests include: Active compounds, moisture, ETO, heavy metals, microbial parameters
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ETO-Free Certification

All SpiceModo spices are ethylene oxide (ETO) non-detect โ€” tested by NABL labs with quantifiable limits. ETO is prohibited in EU markets, and our certification supports frictionless EU import clearance.

Applicable to: All products ยท EU, US, UK, Australia compliance
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FSSAI Registration

SpiceModo holds FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) registration, confirming compliance with Indian food safety standards for processing and export operations.

Authority: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India
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Phytosanitary Certificate

Issued by the Plant Quarantine authorities of India, phytosanitary certificates confirm that exported spices are free from pests and plant diseases โ€” required for import clearance in all major markets.

Issuing authority: Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage
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Certificate of Origin

Issued through the Chamber of Commerce, certifying the Indian origin of exported spices. Required for customs clearance, preferential duty rates under trade agreements, and import licensing.

Applicable: All export destinations ยท Required for GSP/FTA duty benefits

Standard Testing Parameters โ€” Per Lot

Test ParameterMethodProducts TestedStandard
Curcumin ContentHPLCLakadong Turmericโ‰ฅ7% โ€” Verified
Piperine ContentHPLCMalabar Black Pepperโ‰ฅ4.5% โ€” Verified
Capsaicin ContentHPLCBhut Jolokia3โ€“5% โ€” Verified
Coumarin LevelHPLCCeylon CinnamonLow โ€” EU EFSA Compliant
Moisture ContentGravimetricAll productsWithin spec per product
ETO ResidueGC-MSAll productsNon-detect (ND)
AflatoxinELISA / HPLCAll productsBelow EU/US limits
Heavy Metals (Pb, Cd, As, Hg)ICP-MSAll productsBelow regulatory limits
Total Plate CountISO 4833All productsWithin food-grade spec
SalmonellaISO 6579All productsNot detected
E. coliISO 16649All productsNot detected
Volatile Oil ContentClevenger distillationTurmeric, PepperWithin spec

Export Documentation Provided

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Certificate of Analysis (CoA)

Full test results per lot, signed by accredited laboratory

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NABL Lab Report

Independent third-party lab report for each shipment lot

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Phytosanitary Certificate

Government-issued pest and disease clearance certificate

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Certificate of Origin

Chamber of Commerce certified Indian origin declaration

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Packing List

Detailed contents, weights, and package count per shipment

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Commercial Invoice

APEDA-compliant export invoice for customs clearance

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ETO Non-Detect Certificate

Ethylene oxide test result for EU/US/UK market compliance

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Coumarin Report (Cinnamon)

EU EFSA coumarin compliance certificate for Ceylon cinnamon

Certification FAQs

Is SpiceModo APEDA registered?

Yes. SpiceModo, a brand of Vasundhara Performance Solutions Pvt. Ltd., is registered with APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority), India's statutory body for spice and agricultural exports.

Are your spices ETO-free?

Yes. All SpiceModo spices are tested for ethylene oxide (ETO) residue by NABL-accredited laboratories and are non-detect. ETO is prohibited in EU markets and our ETO non-detect certificates are provided with every shipment.

Can I get lab reports before placing an order?

Yes. SpiceModo can share batch-specific NABL lab reports and Certificates of Analysis upon request during the pre-order evaluation stage. Contact [email protected] with the specific product and parameters required.

Is SpiceModo's Ceylon cinnamon compliant with EU coumarin limits?

Yes. Our Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) contains very low coumarin levels โ€” well within EU EFSA limits that restrict cassia-type cinnamon. Coumarin content reports are available for every lot of Ceylon cinnamon.

What regulatory markets do your certifications cover?

SpiceModo's testing and certification package covers EU (EFSA, EC 1334/2008), US (FDA), UK (FSA), UAE (ESMA), and Australian (FSANZ) import requirements. Contact us for destination-specific documentation needs.

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