Kokum Rind Powder
Part of our Herbs range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Kokum Rind Powder is made from the dried, deep purple rind of kokum fruit, Garcinia indica. It has a pleasant, fruity sourness and a natural purple-red colour, and it is a favourite souring agent in the coastal cuisines of Goa, Konkan and Karnataka, as well as the base of refreshing kokum sherbet and solkadhi.
Arizone International supplies Kokum Rind Powder and dried kokum rind for food and beverage manufacturers, spice companies, ready-to-cook brands, wholesalers and exporters. Standardised kokum extract is also available separately.
The Sour Fruit of the Konkan
Kokum trees grow along the western coast of India, in the Konkan belt of Maharashtra, Goa and coastal Karnataka, and in parts of Kerala. The round fruits ripen in April and May, turning dark purple. Traditionally, the rinds are separated from the seeds, soaked repeatedly in the fruit's own juice with salt, and sun-dried. The dried rind, called amsul or aamsol, is used like tamarind to add sourness to fish curries, dals and vegetables. The seeds are pressed separately for kokum butter.
Popular Kokum Foods
- Kokum SherbetA sweet-sour, bright pink summer drink, popular in Maharashtra and Goa.
- SolkadhiA pink drink made with kokum and coconut milk, served with Konkani and Malvani meals to aid digestion.
- Coastal CurriesKokum gives Goan and Konkani fish curries their gentle sourness.
- Dals and KadhiUsed in Gujarati and Maharashtrian home cooking.
What Kokum Rind Contains
- Hydroxycitric acid (HCA), the main organic acid
- Garcinol, a yellow compound of research interest
- Anthocyanins, which give the purple-red colour
- Natural fibre and minerals
Applications
- Instant kokum sherbet and solkadhi mixes
- Curry pastes, masala blends and ready-to-cook mixes
- Natural souring agent in sauces, chutneys and snacks
- Natural colour for beverages and confectionery
- Candies and fruit leathers
- Traditional digestive preparations
Powder vs Extract
Kokum Rind Powder keeps the natural taste, colour and fibre of the fruit and is ideal for food and beverage uses. Kokum extract is standardised to HCA and is mainly used in supplements. Please let us know which you need.
Quality Parameters
- Colour, sourness and aroma
- Moisture and salt content (traditional rind contains added salt)
- Acidity and HCA content where specified
- Particle size
- Microbiology, aflatoxins and heavy metals
Packaging and Storage
Kokum powder absorbs moisture readily, so it is packed in moisture-proof, food-grade bags. Store sealed in a cool, dry place.
Kokum rind is also used to make kokum agal, a concentrated sour liquid used in Konkani cooking.
Its natural colour adds visual appeal to drinks.
Tips for Buyers and Formulators
Kokum rind powder is used as a souring agent and in cooling drinks. Ask for HCA content if you need a standardised grade.
Keep packs sealed and dry, as the powder absorbs moisture and can darken.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of spices, fruit powders and food ingredients from India's west coast. We supply Kokum Rind Powder and dried rind with test reports and full export documentation.
Share your grade, quantity, packaging and destination to receive a quotation for Kokum Rind Powder.
Specifications
- Category
- Herbs
- Physical Form
- Fine powder – 60 to 100 mesh (custom mesh on request)
- Grade Options
- Food / Ayurvedic / Cosmetic grade
- Packaging
- 20–25 kg multi-wall paper or HDPE bags with food-grade PE liner; smaller pouches for private label
- Country of Origin
- India
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original sealed packing
- Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture; keep bags closed
Applications
- Instant kokum sherbet and solkadhi mixes
- Curry pastes, masala blends and ready-to-cook mixes
- Natural souring agent in sauces, chutneys and snacks
- Natural colour for beverages and confectionery
- Candies and fruit leathers
- Traditional digestive preparations
Compliance
Amsul is the dried rind of kokum, Garcinia indica.
Yes. Kokum is a traditional sour substitute for tamarind in Konkan and Goan cooking.
Traditional kokum rind contains salt, but unsalted grades are available on request.
Yes. We can adjust the mesh size of Kokum Rind Powder to your need, from coarse powder for teas to fine powder for capsules and face packs.
Yes. We offer steam-sterilised Kokum Rind Powder and share microbiology results so you can check it against your specification.
We export Kokum Rind Powder from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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