Spot Fake Spices: Simple Tests for Turmeric, Chili, Coriander & More

• Adulteration in spices like turmeric (lead chromate) and red chili (brick powder) poses serious health risks.
• Coriander powder: Pure settles in water; adulterated floats or dissolves.
• Rock salt: Pure salt on potato with lemon juice retains color; adulterated turns potato blue/black.
• Red chili & Black pepper powder: Pure floats in water; adulterated sinks.
• Turmeric powder: Pure settles slowly; adulterated quickly turns water yellow.