How to Verify Saffron Quality Before You Buy

Not all saffron labeled "premium" deserves the name. Here is what professional buyers check before wiring a deposit.

Laboratory numbers first

Ask for a recent ISO 3632 report: crocin above 250, safranal 20–50, and picrocrocin above 80 signal top-grade product.

Physical inspection

All-red, trumpet-shaped stigmas with no yellow style indicate Super Negin. Broken threads and dust point to poor handling.