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🌿 DETAILED PRODUCT DESCRIPTION – CEYLON CINNAMON (TRUE CINNAMON)

1. PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Appearance & Size

Ceylon Cinnamon is known for its thin, multiple-layered quills with a smooth, clean surface.
Available in standard export grades, each with a different diameter:

Grade Quill Diameter Description Alba 6–7 mm Thinnest, most premium, light golden C5 Special 8–10 mm High-quality, uniform light color C5 10–12 mm Excellent color and smoothness C4 12–14 mm Most demanded in Europe M5 / M4 18–25 mm Medium grade, slightly thicker H1 / H2 25 mm+ Thicker, darker, used for powder

Also available in:

• Cinnamon Chips

• Quillings

• Cinnamon Powder

Color

• Light golden brown to pale tan

• Even-toned, clean, and smooth exterior

• No dark patches or excessive bark layers

Aroma & Flavor

• Sweet, delicate fragrance with floral and citrus notes

• Mild, smooth taste with natural sweetness

• Non-spicy compared to Cassia

• High essential oil content (65–80% cinnamaldehyde)

• Very low coumarin (healthier for EU markets)

Texture

• Soft, fragile, multi-layered quills

• Easy to grind

• Thin and smooth bark layers

2. QUALITY STANDARDS & CERTIFICATIONS

We follow strict quality and hygiene practices to meet international import requirements.

Quality Standards

• Moisture: ≤ 12%

• Volatile oil content: 0.8–1.5% (varies by grade)

• Low foreign matter

• Clean, well-sorted, uniform color

• EU food safety compliant

• Microbiologically safe (Salmonella-free, E. coli-free)

Certifications Available

• HACCP

• ISO 22000 Food Safety Management

• GMP Certified

• Organic Certification (EU / USDA – optional)

• Pure Ceylon Cinnamon – GI Certification

• Phytosanitary Certificate

• Certificate of Origin (COO)

Each shipment undergoes:

• Pre-shipment inspection

• Quality testing

• Moisture and oil-content analysis

3. PACKAGING OPTIONS

We provide both bulk export packaging and retail-ready packaging with private labeling options.

Bulk Packaging (Export)

• 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg

• Multi-layer kraft paper bags

• PE inner liners to protect aroma and freshness

• Carton boxes (for quills to prevent breakage)

• Vacuum-sealed bags (for powders)

Retail Packaging (Private Label Available)

• Glass jars (30g – 500g)

• Stand-up pouches (50g – 1kg)

• Premium metal tins

• Custom-printed boxes

Private Label Services

• Full branding support

• EU-compliant labeling

• Barcodes/QR codes

• Custom design and packaging formats

4. SHIPPING INFORMATION

Shipping Methods

• Sea Freight: Cost-efficient for bulk orders

  • Transit to Italy: 18–24 days

• Air Freight: Fast delivery for small/urgent orders

  • Transit time: 3–5 days

Export Terms

• FOB Colombo

• CIF (Italy, Europe, Middle East, USA)

• EXW / CFR available on request

Documents Provided

• Commercial Invoice

• Packing List

• Bill of Lading / Air Waybill

• Phytosanitary Certificate

• Certificate of Origin

• Quality Test Report

• Fumigation Certificate (if required)

Order Processing Time

• Standard orders: 7–14 days

• Large/bulk orders: 14–21 days

5. SEASONAL AVAILABILITY

Ceylon Cinnamon is harvested twice per year, with peak production months:

Harvest Seasons

• Main harvest: April – July

• Secondary harvest: October – December

Availability

• Cinnamon is available year-round thanks to proper drying and storage

• Quality remains consistent throughout the year

• Fresh quills are more abundant just after harvest seasons