What Is Black Pepper?

Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a perennial flowering vine cultivated for its dried fruit, known as peppercorns. Our Lampong Black Pepper is sourced from trusted farmers in Lampung, Sumatra – one of Indonesia’s key pepper-producing regions – and processed to international quality standards.

Key Advantages of Our Black Pepper

• Premium Lampong origin with intense aroma and warm, spicy flavor.
• ASTA Grade 1 quality with high-density peppercorns.
• Machine-cleaned and carefully sorted for low foreign matter.
• Suitable for industrial use, repacking, and private label brands.
• Reliable Indonesian supplier with strong sourcing network.

Botanical & Product Profile

• Botanical name: Piper nigrum
• Plant type: Perennial flowering vine with oval leaves
• Fruit: Small berries (approx. 3–4 mm) hanging in clusters
• Ripening stages: Green → red → black after drying
• Structure: Exocarp (skin), mesocarp (pulp), endocarp (seed)

Health Benefits & Functional Properties

Black pepper is valued for both its flavor and its functional properties. It is traditionally used to:

• Support digestion and stimulate appetite.
• Help improve blood circulation and support normal blood pressure.
• Support brain function and mental alertness.
• Relieve flu, fever, and muscle stiffness in traditional remedies.
• Support oral health and general wellness.

Nutritional & Chemical Composition

Typical composition range for black peppercorns:

• Piperine: 4–8%
• Essential oils: 1–4%
• Protein: around 11%
• Carbohydrates: 22–42%
• Moisture: 8–13%
• Other compounds: flavonoids, resins, phenolics, oleoresin

Applications of Lampong Black Pepper

Food Industry

• Sausages, salami, pepperoni, and processed meats.
• Meatballs, pizza toppings, and ready meals.
• Sauces, marinades, instant foods, and snack seasonings.

Home & Foodservice

• Daily kitchen seasoning across many cuisines.
• Table pepper for restaurants, hotels, and cafés.

Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic & Fragrance

• Essential oil and oleoresin extraction.
• Aromatherapy and wellness products.
• Herbal and traditional medicinal applications.

Quality Specifications

Packing & Shipping Details

Partner with Indo Agriculture (PT. RGP)

Indo Agriculture (PT. RGP) is a trusted Indonesian supplier of premium Lampong Black Pepper. We offer consistent quality, competitive prices, and professional export handling for importers, wholesalers, packers, and food manufacturers worldwide.