Star Anise
Product Description
Star anise is a fragrant spice with a distinctive star-shaped
appearance, widely used for its strong licorice-like flavor in culinary, medicinal,
and aromatic applications.
Assured
Export
Tested
Natural
Certified
Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Star-shaped pods with 6–10 arms |
| Color | Reddish-brown to dark brown |
| Odor | Strong, sweet licorice aroma |
| Size | 2–4 cm diameter |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 13% |
| Purity | ≥ 99% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.5% |
| Broken Pods | ≤ 5% |
| Seeds Content | ≥ 70% (in whole pods) |
| Origin | India |
| Shelf Life | 12-18 Months |
Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Essential Oil Content | ≥ 8% |
| Trans-Anethole Content | ≥ 85% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 5% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Aflatoxin Levels | ≤ 10 ppb (As per EU/US standards) |
| Microbial Load | Compliant with food safety standards |
Packaging & Shipping Details
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Packing:
- Food-grade polybags or cartons, vacuum-sealed packs available.
- Common sizes: 10kg, 20kg, 25kg, or customized as per buyer requirements.
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- 12–18 months under proper storage conditions.
- 20ft Container: Up to 9–10 MT (Metric Tons)
- 40ft Container: Up to 18–20 MT (Metric Tons)
Product Description
Fittree International is a leading global Star Anise exporter, providing premium-grade Illicium verum sourced from the finest plantations. Our Star Anise is celebrated for its deep reddish-brown color, distinct licorice-like aroma, and high volatile oil content (Anethole).
As a trusted B2B bulk supplier, we cater to the pharmaceutical industry (for Shikimic acid), gourmet food manufacturers, and the beverage industry worldwide. Whether you need whole star anise, broken grades, or fine powder, we ensure our products meet strict international food safety standards (ISO, HACCP, Organic).
Key Features & Health Benefits
- Pharmaceutical Gold: The primary industrial source of Shikimic Acid, a crucial precursor compound used in the manufacturing of antiviral medications (like Oseltamivir/Tamiflu).
- Digestive Aid: Traditionally chewed or brewed into tea to relieve bloating, gas, and indigestion after heavy meals.
- Respiratory Relief: The essential oil is often an ingredient in cough syrups and lozenges due to its ability to clear congestion.
- Antibacterial: Possesses strong antimicrobial properties that help fight bacterial and fungal infections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Star Anise — answered by our export team.
Minimum 8–12% volatile oil with trans-anethole at 80–95% of the oil, verified by GC-MS at NABL labs. Ideal for food flavoring, pharmaceutical (cough syrup base), and essential oil extraction industries.
Grade A (whole 8-point stars, unbroken, premium), Grade B (whole with minor defects), and Industrial grade (broken pieces for oil extraction). Machine-cleaned, sortex-processed. Moisture below 12%, volatile oil minimum 8%.
MOQ is 500 kg whole. Broken Star Anise and powder from 250 kg. Trial orders of 200 kg for first-time verified buyers. A 20 ft container holds 6–8 MT.
Pesticide residues (EU MRL compliant), heavy metals, aflatoxin, volatile oil and anethole content (GC-MS), and microbiological parameters tested per batch. Full COA from NABL labs accompanies every shipment.
5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, and 50 kg PP, paper, and jute bags. Private label retail glass jars and kraft pouches available for orders above 500 kg. Fumigation certificate provided for regulated destinations.
Chinese 5-spice blend, pho broth, mulled wine, anise-flavored liqueurs (pastis, sambuca). In pharma, shikimic acid extracted from Star Anise is a precursor for oseltamivir (Tamiflu). Essential oil used in oral care and aromatherapy.
