| Property | Specification |
| Common Name | Black Pepper |
| Scientific Name | Piper nigrum |
| Color | Black (in dried form) |
| Shape | Small, round, wrinkled berries (peppercorns) |
| Size | 4-5 mm in diameter (peppercorns) |
| Density | 0.56–0.61 g/cm³ |
| Moisture Content | 10-13% |
| Pungency | 3,000 to 5,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) |
| Flavor | Pungent, hot, slightly woody, and earthy |
| Odor | Strong, aromatic, spicy |
| Texture | Hard, gritty when chewed |
| Weight | Approximately 500 grams per liter (bulk density) |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry, and dark place |