Ceylon Cloves

Syzygium aromaticum • Authentic Sri Lankan Origin • Bulk Export Grade

Ceylon Cloves Hand-Picked Quality

Commodity Quick Facts

  • Origin: Kandy & Matale Hills, Sri Lanka
  • Botanical: Syzygium aromaticum
  • Harvest Season: December to March
  • Category: Spices
  • Shipping Terms: FOB Colombo / CIF Global Ports

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Ceylon Cloves

Syzygium aromaticum

Overview & Origin Distinction

Sri Lankan cloves are renowned worldwide for their exceptionally high eugenol oil content, plump unbroken flower heads, and deep reddish-brown hue. Hand-picked at peak maturity before blossoming and sun-dried on clean mats in the hill country estates of Kandy and Matale.

Available Export Grades

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Grade / Variety Specification Export Description
Hand Picked Selected (HPS) Fully intact Zero headless buds, uniform reddish-brown, premium appearance.
Grade 1 (Special) > 95% intact Sun-dried whole buds with bold stems and rich essential oil.
FAQ Grade Fair Average Quality Ideal for spice grinding, curry powders, and oleoresin extraction.
Clove Stems Dried stems Rich in essential oil for distillation and culinary blends.

Laboratory & Quality Parameters

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Parameter Export Standard Value
Eugenol Content 17% - 20% min
Moisture 11% max
Extraneous Matter < 0.5%
Headless Cloves < 5% for HPS
Foreign Material Nil

Standard Export Packaging

10kg / 25kg / 50kg multi-wall paper bags or woven polypropylene bags with inner poly barrier.

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