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chicory

Name: chicory
SKU: 8579789
Price: 1.36 USD
Availability: InStock

Sold by indulkars global · Distributor, Exporter, Wholesaler, Startup · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Price

₹ 1.36 /Kilogram

In stock

Inclusive of all taxes

Minimum order: 100 Kilogram

Export Snapshot

MOQ

100 Kilogram

Lead time

On request

Packaging

Standard export packaging

Shelf life / longevity

As per product specification

HS Code

7052

Origin

India

Port of dispatch

On request

Export markets served

Global markets

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Compliance & Certifications

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indulkars global

Distributor, Exporter, Wholesaler, Startup · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Registered address: Mumbai, India. Industry: Trade Promotion Organisations > International Trade Organisations.

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Established

2025

Employees

1–10

GST

27AEQPI0396R1ZL

IEC code

Not shared

Export markets

Global markets

GlobalLinker Member Since

Nov 2025

Turnover

100000 - 2500000.

Incorporation Type

On request

Verified Seller

Product details

What are the specifications of this product?

Overview

Chicory is a hardy, perennial plant from the daisy family, widely used as a food ingredient, herbal remedy, and coffee substitute. Its roots, leaves, and flowers all have distinct applications in nutrition, medicine, and agriculture

Product Description

Coffee substitute: Roasted chicory root is ground and blended with coffee for a caffeine-free alternative

Supports digestion: Helps regulate bowel movements and improves microbiome balance

Blood sugar control: Inulin may aid in managing glucose levels

Heart health: Contains antioxidants that reduce inflammation and support cardiovascular function

Animal feed: Used as forage crop for livestock

Traditional medicine: Employed for liver health, detoxification, and anti-inflammatory purposes

Soil improvement: Deep roots help aerate soil and recycle nutrients

Description provided by indulkars global.

Specifications

Botanical Family	Asteraceae
Plant Type	Perennial herb
Root Usage	Roasted and ground for coffee substitute
Inulin Content	High, serves as prebiotic fiber
Optimal Soil Type	Well-drained soils; aids soil aeration
Harvest Season	Typically late summer to autumn
Geographic Origin	Native to Europe, widely cultivated globally
Nutritional Component	Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals
Usage in Animal Feed	Forage crop providing essential nutrients
Shelf Life	Dried roots - up to 12 months when stored properly

Use cases

Category	Agricultural Products > Herbs & Botanical Extracts > Chicory
Primary application	Wholesale, distribution, and international sourcing
Brand	Not specified
Product type	Product

Logistics & handling

Lead time	On request
Packaging	As per buyer requirement
Storage condition	As recommended by supplier
Origin	India
Form	As listed by supplier

Commercials (this seller)

Minimum order	100 Kilogram
Lead time	On request
Payment terms	As per negotiated commercial agreement.
Checkout type	enquiry

Buyer questions

Frequently asked by buyers

Common questions B2B buyers ask before sourcing chicory. Answers compiled from verified sellers' commercial terms and platform data.

Q: How does chicory root function as a caffeine-free coffee substitute for beverage manufacturers?

A: Roasted chicory roots are ground and blended with coffee or used alone to provide a robust, slightly bitter flavor similar to coffee, but without caffeine, making it ideal for health-conscious beverage formulations.

Q: What prebiotic benefits does chicory inulin provide that make it valuable for nutraceutical producers?

A: Inulin extracted from chicory roots promotes healthy gut microbiome balance and improves bowel regularity, which supports digestive health and can aid in blood sugar management, highly valued in dietary supplement development.

Q: How is chicory used as an animal forage crop and what are its benefits in livestock nutrition?

A: Chicory is cultivated as a high-fiber forage crop that provides essential nutrients and antioxidants to livestock, improving animal health and weight gain, making it a preferred feed option in animal husbandry.

Q: What soil benefits does planting chicory provide for sustainable agricultural practices?

A: Chicory’s deep taproots penetrate and aerate compacted soils, enhance water infiltration, and recycle nutrients from deeper soil layers, improving overall soil health and fertility.

Q: How do the antioxidant properties of chicory contribute to cardiovascular health supplements?

A: Chicory contains bioactive antioxidants that reduce systemic inflammation and oxidative stress, which supports heart health, making it an important ingredient in cardiovascular nutraceuticals.

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