Bitter Gourd (Karela / Kakara Kaya / Pavakkai)

🍃 Bitter Gourd (Karela / Kakara Kaya / Pavakkai)

Scientific Name: Momordica charantia

Category: Fresh Vegetable

HSN Code: 07099920

✅ Product Summary:

Bitter Gourd, commonly known as Karela in Hindi and Kakara Kaya in Telugu, is a distinctively shaped green vegetable known for its warty skin and bitter flavor. Despite its taste, it is highly valued for its therapeutic and nutritional benefits, particularly in regulating blood sugar levels and promoting overall health.

📏 Physical Specifications:

Shape: Elongated with pointed ends; heavily ridged and warty surface

Length: 10–25 cm

Diameter: 2–4 cm

Weight Range: 100–300 grams per piece

Skin Color: Bright green to dark green (varies by maturity and variety)

Flesh Color: Pale green to off-white

Texture: Firm with watery pulp inside and white seeds

Varieties:

Small Indian type (shorter, spikier)

Long Chinese type (longer, smoother ridges)

🌿 Nutritional & Health Benefits:

Water Content: ~85–90%

Low in Calories and Carbohydrates

Rich In:

Vitamin C, A, B1, B2, B3 , Iron, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Dietary fiber

📦 Storage & Handling:

Shelf Life: 5 to 10 days when stored properly

Optimal Storage Temperature: 10–12°C (in ventilated, dry storage)

Packaging Options:

Corrugated boxes

Plastic crates

Mesh/net bags

Standard Pack Size: 5 kg, 10 kg, or as per client specification

Handling Tips:

Avoid excess moisture during transport

Do not store with ethylene-producing fruits (e.g., bananas)