| Appearance | Fine, free-flowing powder, yellowish to light brown |
| Color | Yellowish to light brown |
| Texture | Powdered, smooth, free from lumps |
| Flavor | Pungent, strong, characteristic of asafoetida |
| Odor | Strong, pungent, characteristic of asafoetida |
| Particle Size | 100% passing through a 40 mesh sieve |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 8% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 7% |
| Purity | Free from adulterants and foreign matter |
| Volatile Oil Content | 0.3% to 1% |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture |