Whole Star Anise

Whole star anise from Guangxi for food production, spice blending, beverage infusion and extraction requirements.

  • Food
  • Beverage
  • Spice Blending
  • Extraction
Sample
Available for evaluation
Minimum order
500 kg
Shelf life
24 months

Commercial grade

Whole Star Anise — product sheet

Whole star anise from Guangxi for food production, spice blending, beverage infusion and extraction requirements.

Minimum specification

Typical pod diameter
3–5 cm
Colour
Brown to maroon
Broken rate
max 5 %
Foreign matter
max 0.5 %
Moisture
max 12 %
Visible mould
None
Total ash, dry basis
max 4 %
Acid-insoluble ash, dry basis
max 0.5 %
Volatile oil, dry basis
min 7.5 ml / 100 g
Sulfur dioxide (SO₂)
max 30 mg/kg

Commercial details

Botanical name
Illicium verum Hook. f.
Origin
Guangxi, China
Form
Whole dried fruit
Typical uses
Food · Beverage · Spice Blending · Extraction
Minimum order
500 kg
Packaging
10 kg carton with food-grade PE liner; 25 kg option
Shelf life
24 months
Storage
Cool, dry and clean; protect from moisture and strong odours
Buying advice

Choose this form when you need full pods, strong aroma and consistent presentation. You can request a higher whole-pod rate or a narrower size range.

AssessmentPlace a random selection of pods flat and measure each fruit across its widest points with a metric ruler. Record the range and photograph the measured sample.

Sample recordSample reference and date, product photographs, inspection checklist and packing photographs.

Technical referencesISO 11178:1995 · GB/T 7652-2016 — current Chinese standard · GB/T 7652-2026 — effective 2026-10-01

Useful questions

How do you assess whole star anise?

Place a random selection of pods flat and measure each fruit across its widest points with a metric ruler. Record the range and photograph the measured sample.

Can I request a different specification?

Yes. Share the limits, dimensions, mesh, checks or packing needed for your application.

What is included in the sample record?

The sample reference and date, assessment photographs, requested checks and packing photographs.