| Common Name | Black Pepper |
| Scientific Name | Piper nigrum |
| Form | Small dried berries (peppercorns) |
| Size (Diameter) | 3–5 mm |
| Color | Dark brown to black |
| Texture | Wrinkled, hard |
| Aroma | Strong, pungent, spicy |
| Taste | Pungent, hot, slightly woody |
| Moisture Content | 10–12% (dried form) |
| Density | Approximately 0.5–0.6 g/cm³ |
| Shelf Life (dried) | 2–3 years (if stored properly) |