Checked for Purity.
Proven by Numbers.
Every single batch is third-party tested. We publish the full results because transparency builds trust.
Select a Batch to Verify
All TribHills pepper undergoes rigorous chemical and microbial analysis in NABL-accredited labs. Use the selector below to view specific batch reports.
Piperine is the active alkaloid that gives black pepper its characteristic bite and health benefits. A higher score means a more intense, warming heat, allowing you to use less pepper to achieve a bold flavor profile.
Volatile essential oils hold the complex piney, citrusy, and woody aromatics. Industrial spices lose these during storage, but our fresh sourcing preserves them so you experience fresh mountain air with every crack.
Pepper must be dried enough to prevent mold growth, but not so dry that it becomes brittle and tasteless. An optimal level of 9-10% keeps the peppercorns firm, crunchy in grinders, and naturally preserved.
We screen for 100+ common pesticides, insecticides, and heavy metals (like lead and cadmium). Our non-detectable levels guarantee that your spices are free from toxic farming chemical residues.
Certificate of Analysis
Official Quality Laboratory Testing Report| Parameters Tested | Testing Method | Standard Grade Limits | Observed Value | Compliance Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piperine Content | HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography) | Min 4.0% | 5.8% | Passed |
| Volatile Essential Oils | Steam Distillation | Min 1.5% | 2.6% | Passed |
| Moisture Content | Dean & Stark Method | Max 12.0% | 9.8% | Passed |
| Pesticide Residues (100+) | GC-MS / LC-MS | Below detection limits | Not Detected (0.00%) | Passed |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, As, Hg, Cd) | ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma) | Safe allowable limits | Not Detected (Nil) | Passed |
Why We Do This
In the mainstream spice industry, black pepper is treated as a bulk commodity. Batches from hundreds of farms are mixed, heated to dry quickly, and stored in large silos for months—sometimes years. By the time it arrives at your table, the volatile oils have evaporated, the piperine has degraded, and chemical polishers or preservatives may have been added to mask age.
At TribHills, we do things differently. Because we source directly from named farmers in Kotagiri, Coonoor, and Gudalur, we know exactly what is inside every bag. We test every single harvest batch to ensure it meets our strict botanical and sanitary standards before packaging.
Our Testing Commitments:
- No Middlemen, No Mixing: Every batch is kept single-origin and fully traceable. We never blend harvests.
- No Irradiation or Ethylene Oxide: Many brands use irradiation or toxic gases to sterilize pepper. We rely on meticulous sun-drying and hygienic handling, verified by microbial scans, to guarantee shelf safety naturally.
- Clean Lab Transparency: We publish real test results online. By scanning the QR code on the back of your jar, you see the chemical fingerprint of the exact pepper you are eating.