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Black Pepper
Black Pepper
| Scientific Name | Piper nigrum |
| Shape | Small, round to slightly wrinkled spheres |
| Color | Black to dark brown |
| Size | 4-5 mm in diameter |
| Weight | 0.05-0.1 grams per berry |
| Moisture Content | 12-14% |
| Texture | Rough and wrinkled |
| Aroma | Pungent, spicy, and slightly woody |
| Flavor | Pungent, hot, and sharp with a slightly citrusy note |
| Density | 550-650 kg/m³ |
| Essential Oil Content | 1.5-3% (varies with origin and processing) |
| Piperine Content | 4-9% (varies by variety and processing) |
| Shape of Fruit | Berry (dried) |