Deep in the misty Hills of Meghalaya, tribal farming communities cultivate two of the world's most potent spices side-by-side using ancient, chemical-free heirloom techniques the legendary Lakadong turmeric and the Ing Makhir Ginger. Sourced directly from this region, our rare Ing Makhir ginger is grown in the exact same nutrient-dense, acidic, and rain-fed forest soils that yield the globally celebrated Lakadong Turmeric. This unique terroir forces a high concentration of active botanical compounds. Just as it maximizes curcumin levels in turmeric, this microclimate optimizes the bioactive gingerol and volatile oil profile of our Ing Makhir rhizomes, providing an exceptionally potent raw material for premium extractions and formulations.

Volatile oil runs 1.8–3.0% v/w. Powder moisture is 8% max at 60–80 mesh, cold-milled to keep the oils and the heat intact. Aflatoxins total under 10 ppb, lead is under 2.5 ppm, Salmonella and E. coli are absent in 25 g, and there is no fumigation or bleaching.

Sarthvaha GlobalBiz, Ing Makhir ginger, Zingiber rubens, Meghalaya, 1.5–2.2% gingerol, HS 09101210

Q: What gingerol content does Ing Makhir ginger specify?

A: Gingerol is 1.5–2.2% by HPLC, against 0.1–1.0% for standard ginger. Volatile oil is 1.8–3.0% v/w.

Q: What is the botanical name and origin?

A: The botanical name is Zingiber rubens. It is grown in Meghalaya, and carries the Meghalaya Ginger GI tag.

Q: Which forms are available and what are their HS codes?

A: Fresh(HS 09101110), dehydrated slices (HS 09101120) and fine powder (HS 09101210).

Q: What is the shelf life?

A: Powder keeps 12 to 18months unopened in original bulk packaging, dried slices 12 months, and fresh fingers 30–45 days refrigerated. Retail ready GS1 Barcode enabled/custom labeling 100g(3.5oz), 200g (7.05oz), 500 g(17.6oz), 1 kg(35.2oz)multilayered stand up pouches preserve the potency of this mighty ginger till 24months unopened.