Protecting your family’s health, one pinch at a time.
Spices are at the heart of every Indian kitchen. They bring warmth, flavour, and tradition to every meal. But what if the very masalas you trust are hiding something harmful?
Unfortunately, adulteration in spices is more common than we think — from adding artificial color to mixing cheaper substitutes. While the spice may still “look” the same, it can cause health issues, allergies, or long-term complications.
So, how can you tell the pure from the impure? Here’s a simple buyer’s guide from Sachi Masala, your trusted source for authentic, hand-picked spices.
🌶️ 1. Red Chilli Powder: The Brick Powder Trap
Adulterant: Brick powder or salt powder
Test:
Mix a teaspoon of chilli powder in a glass of water.
Pure powder settles slowly, while adulterants float or settle instantly.
✅ Sachi Promise: We use sun-dried, stone-ground chillies with no artificial coloring.
🧂 2. Turmeric Powder: The Lead Chromate Danger
Adulterant: Lead chromate (a toxic yellow chemical)
Test:
Mix with water and add a few drops of concentrated hydrochloric acid.
If the solution turns pink, adulteration is present.
✅ Sachi Promise: Our turmeric is sourced directly from organic farms in Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya, tested in every batch.
🌰 3. Black Pepper: Papaya Seed Substitution
Adulterant: Dried papaya seeds (similar shape but bitter)
Test:
Drop a few peppercorns in water.
Papaya seeds float; real pepper sinks.
✅ Sachi Promise: We hand-sort each pepper batch to ensure 100% purity.
💧 4. Coriander Powder: The Sawdust Trick
Adulterant: Powdered sawdust
Test:
Smell and feel — adulterated coriander has a dull aroma and coarse feel.
✅ Sachi Promise: Our coriander is slow-roasted and freshly ground in small batches to preserve aroma.
🌾 5. Cumin Seeds: Stone or Grass Seeds
Adulterant: Grass seeds or small stones colored with charcoal dust
Test:
Rub a few cumin seeds in your palm. If your hands darken, they may be coated.
✅ Sachi Promise: Our cumin is double-cleaned, sorted, and machine-tested before packaging.
🧪 6. Clove: Oil-Depleted Cloves
Adulterant: Spent cloves with oil already extracted
Test:
Press clove on tissue paper.
If no oil mark appears or it’s brittle, it’s adulterated.
✅ Sachi Promise: Every batch is FSSAI-certified and lab-tested for purity and potency.
💡 Bonus Tips to Avoid Adulterated Spices:
Buy from trusted brands with transparent sourcing.
Always look for FSSAI certification.
Avoid products that are too bright — natural spices aren’t neon!
Check packaging for manufacturing/expiry dates.
Buy whole spices where possible and grind at home or choose brands like Sachi that do it for you — transparently.
👨🍳 Why It Matters?
Adulterated spices may:
Cause food poisoning, ulcers, and liver damage.
Reduce the flavor and medicinal value of your food.
Compromise your trust in everyday cooking.
At Sachi Masala, we don’t just sell spices — we preserve tradition, trust, and taste. Every packet undergoes multi-level testing and zero-compromise quality checks before it reaches your kitchen.
🛡️ Choose Wisely. Cook Fearlessly.
✨ Next time you shop for masala, don’t just go for the cheapest option — go for the purest.
With Sachi Masala, you’re choosing purity, safety, and Maa ke haathon ka swaad.