S.S. Pandian manufactures premium quality Compounded Asafoetida for household and industrial use. SSP, based in Bengaluru in Karnataka, India, was established in 1957 by S.S.Pandian , a South Indian businessman. Asafoetida , also known as hing and perungayam , is a widely used flavouring agent used in India . Known as the ' food of the Gods ', is also regarded for its healing and digestive properties. SSP Asafoetida is available in three convenient forms: powder , paste and granules . It can be bought in attractive packs of various quantities ranging from 1 gram to 100 grams for household use, and from 250 grams to 5 kilograms for industrial use. Over the years, SSP has become a well-known name, respected for the high purity, excellent flavour and hygienic packaging of its asafoetida. SSP asafoetida can be purchased in stores or online at www.sspandian.com.