| Appearance | Dried, wrinkled, elongated pods or flakes |
| Color | Bright red to dark red |
| Texture | Rough, brittle, and dry |
| Odor | Strong, pungent, characteristic chili aroma |
| Taste | Hot, pungent, spicy |
| Shape | Long and tapered pods or crushed flakes |
| Size | Typically 3–10 cm in length |
| Moisture Content | Not more than 12% |
| Ash Content | Around 5–7% |
| Capsaicin Content | Varies widely (0.1% to over 2%) depending on variety |
| Volatile Oil Content | Approximately 1–2% |
