| Parameter | Specification / Range |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Whole, dried flower buds |
| Color | Dark brown to reddish-brown |
| Size | 10 mm to 16 mm |
| Length | 1.2 cm to 2.0 cm |
| Head | Intact, round, firm, 4–6 mm diameter |
| Texture | Firm, hard, and aromatic |
| Moisture Content | 10% to 12% max |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% to 1% max |
| Stems | 1% to 3% max |
| Damaged/Discolored Cloves | 2% max |
| Volatile Oil Content | 12% to 18% (High Eugenol Content) |
| Eugenol Content | 70% to 85% |
| Density | 140 to 160 grams per 100 ml |
| Odor / Aroma | Strong, spicy, and aromatic |
| Taste | Pungent, warm, and slightly bitter |
