Description
Saffron — famed as the world’s most expensive, fragrant, and distinguished spice — is celebrated in haute cuisine, luxury cosmetics, and premium wellness products.
Iran, recognized globally as the birthplace of saffron, produces over 99% of the world’s saffron, making it the foremost exporter. China remains the largest importer.
Its exquisite aroma and unparalleled flavor derive from Safranal, while its radiant golden hue comes from Crocin.
Advanced methods such as mass spectrometry and high‑performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) verify saffron authenticity and detect adulteration.
Key Components of Saffron
| Component | Function / Description |
|---|---|
| Crocin | Produces the brilliant golden color |
| Picrocrocin | Imparts a delicate bitterness |
| Safranal | Provides saffron’s signature fragrance |
| Lycopene | Carotenoid also found in tomatoes |
| Beta-carotenes | Carotenoids also found in carrots |
Botanical Profile
The saffron plant (Crocus sativus) is a small perennial herb measuring 10–30 cm in height. Slender leaves grow from the bulb, accompanied by flowering stalks bearing 1–3 blooms.
Each blossom contains six violet petals (sometimes pink or purple), three yellow stamens, and a pistil topped with a three‑branched red‑orange stigma.
The valuable part is the dried stigmas and style tip, prized for their exceptional aroma, refined bitterness, and vibrant coloring.
Special Super Negin Saffron
Regarded as the most exclusive and premium category of saffron, Special Super Negin boasts a superior appearance compared to standard Super Negin.
Defining attributes:
- Extra‑long stigmas (exceeding 3 cm)
- Broad, thick tips with intense natural coloring
- Exceptional coloring strength of over 270 units
- No darkened or burnt tips permitted
- No broken, fragmented, or undersized threads — ensuring perfect presentation
This grade is ideal for luxury culinary use and international export, guaranteeing unmatched purity, uniformity, and visual appeal.
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