Export Grade LCA-334 Guntur Sannam (S-4) Red Chilli: Medium Heat Specs
LCA-334 (Guntur Sannam S-4) is the world's most widely traded Indian dry red chilli variety. Known for its versatile medium heat (35,000 – 40,000 SHU), deep red color, and characteristic aroma, Sannam S-4 serves as the primary benchmark variety for international food processors, spice millers, and spice oil extractors.
Export Compliance Standards
Direct origin sourcing with guaranteed compliance for NPOP (EU Organic) and NOP (USDA / USFDA) import requirements.
LCA-334 Guntur Sannam (S-4) Compliance with Export Regulations
Sourced directly from primary agricultural markets, Red Chilli Exports processes and supplies LCA-334 Guntur Sannam (S-4) dried red chilli across five distinct compliance tiers to match your destination country's regulations:
LCA-334 (S-4) Processing Formats & Wholesale Delivery
We process and supply LCA-334 / Guntur Sannam S-4 dry red chillies across multiple specialized formats to suit your industrial milling, extraction, or food packaging infrastructure.
LCA-334 Technical Specifications & Quality Parameters
| Quality & Lab Parameter | Verified Laboratory Range | Trade & Export Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Scoville Heat Units (SHU) | 35,000 – 40,000 SHU | Medium Pungency / Commercial Benchmark |
| ASTA Color Value | 60 – 80 ASTA | Natural Bright Red Pigment |
| Moisture Content | Max 10% – 11% | Sun-Dried & Machine Safety Cap |
| Capsaicin Content | 0.20% – 0.30% | Standard Commercial Extraction Profile |
| Foreign Matter / Admixture | Max 1% (Stemmed) / Max 0.5% (Stemless) | Machine Cleaned & De-stoned |
| Broken & Discolored Pods | Max 2% – 4% | Sortex Cleaned Selection |
| Physical Characteristics | Thick-skinned medium pod length (8–10 cm), bright pericarp, medium seed count | |
Guntur Sannam Quality & Heat Visualizer
Every export batch is laboratory tested for ASTA color, SHU pungency, and moisture consistency prior to container dispatch.
LCA-334 Export Quality & Laboratory Compliance
Our bulk LCA-334 (Guntur Sannam S-4) shipments are rigorously verified at independent, ISO/IEC 17025 and NABL-accredited laboratories (such as Eurofins, SGS, or Intertek) prior to container loading.
Screened for over 200 active crop protection compounds to ensure strict adherence to EU and USFDA maximum residue limits.
Guaranteed 100% free of adulterated Sudan Dyes I–IV. Screened for Aflatoxins (<5 ppb), Ochratoxin A (<15 ppb), and ETO residues.
Tested negative for Salmonella and E. coli according to destination port health authority requirements.
Dispatched with full batch documentation: Certificate of Analysis (COA), Phytosanitary Certificate, Bill of Lading, Country of Origin Certification, and NPOP/NOP Organic certificates.
LCA-334 Commercial Applications & Industry Uses
The primary benchmark variety for commercial chilli powder production, curry powder formulations, and retail spice packaging due to its balanced pungency and rich color.
Widely utilized by international sauce manufacturers, ready-to-eat meal producers, snack seasoning houses, and hot pepper flake processors.
Extensively extracted for standard capsicum oleoresin and natural paprika colorings used in industrial food preservation and beverage formulations.
High-demand bulk staple across hotel, restaurant, and catering (HORECA) supply chains, as well as institutional food import markets worldwide.
LCA-334 Crop Calendar, Origins & Container Loadability
| Crop Cycle Phase | Active Months | Market Availability & Sourcing Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sowing Season | July – September | Field transplantation across Guntur & Prakasam agricultural belts |
| Growth & Maturation | October – December | Pod ripening and field quality inspection |
| Peak Harvest Window | January – May | Fresh arrivals at Guntur Yard (Optimal commercial pricing window) |
| Cold Storage Supply | June – December | Year-round container loading from climate-controlled cold storage facilities |
- Andhra Pradesh: Guntur, Prakasam & Kurnool districts (Primary growing region)
- Telangana: Khammam & Mahbubnagar agricultural yards
- Standard Packaging: 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg (PP Woven / Jute / Cartons)
- 20ft FCL Container: ~6.5 to 7.5 Metric Tons (Whole Pods / Stemless)
- 40ft HC Container: ~14 to 15 Metric Tons (Whole Pods) / ~22 to 24 Metric Tons (Milled Powder)
Direct Sourcing from Khammam & Guntur Markets
Sourced directly from primary auction yards in Khammam (Telangana) and Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), ensuring fresh crop purity, reliable capsaicin values, and competitive direct-from-source pricing. Custom packaging available.
View Processing FormatsWhy Source LCA-334 Guntur Sannam (S-4) Red Chilli From Us?
Direct Farm Integration | Strict Lab Compliance | Reliable Bulk Container Supply
Direct Origin Sourcing
Sourced directly from primary auction yards in Khammam and Guntur, ensuring fresh crop purity, maximum capsaicin retention, and competitive direct pricing.
Guaranteed Lab Compliance
Every shipment undergoes batch testing at accredited NABL/ISO 17025 labs for Sudan Dye freedom, Aflatoxin control, ETO limits, and low pesticide residues.
Custom Processing & Packing
Tailored to your exact technical specifications—from stemless pod sorting and mesh size milling to private labeling and moisture-barrier container packaging.
LCA-334 Guntur Sannam (S-4) Red Chilli FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers regarding bulk export procurement