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Glossy red C5 Sannam dried chillies on a dark surface

Chilli variety

C5 (Sannam)

Guntur Sannam family all-purpose grade

C5 belongs to the Guntur Sannam family, India's most widely exported chilli group. It sits in the middle of the range on both colour and heat, which makes it the standard, dependable grade for high-volume powder and blend production.

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Specifications

Origin
Guntur belt, Andhra Pradesh
Appearance
Medium-length, glossy pods with smooth to lightly wrinkled skin and a clean red colour
Pod length
6–10 cm
Colour value
Approx. 40–70 ASTA
Pungency
Medium - approx. 25,000–40,000 SHU

Colour and pungency figures are indicative trade ranges and vary by crop and lot. Lot-wise specifications are shared with every offer.

Typical uses

  • General-purpose chilli powder
  • Curry powders, pickles and sauces
  • Large-volume export contracts

Packing & supply

  • 30 kg export bags - up to 3,000 bags per batch
  • Buyer-branded or plain jute / PP packing on request
  • 15 tons/day powder capacity for container orders
  • Export documentation and logistics support

C5 (Sannam) chilli - frequently asked questions

Is C5 (Sannam) chilli spicy?
C5 (Sannam) pungency is medium - approx. 25,000–40,000 shu. Colour value runs at 40–70 ASTA, so it is chosen when buyers need a working balance of colour and heat. Figures are indicative trade ranges and lot-wise specifications are shared with every offer.
Where is C5 (Sannam) chilli grown?
Guntur belt, Andhra Pradesh. MKB Enterprises buys direct from farmers and the Byadgi and Guntur market yards, then cleans, grades and dries the lots in our own 2-acre sun-drying yard.
What is C5 (Sannam) chilli used for?
General-purpose chilli powder; Curry powders, pickles and sauces; Large-volume export contracts. It is supplied as whole with stem, stemless, crushed / flakes, powder.
In what quantities can C5 (Sannam) chilli be supplied?
Bulk only - 30 kg export bags, up to 3,000 bags per batch, with 15 tons/day powder capacity for full-container orders. Buyer-branded or plain jute and PP packing is available, with export documentation support.

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