Bay Leaf

Description

Bay Leaf – Aromatic Indian Tejpatta for Export

HS Code: 09109912 | Scientific Name: Cinnamomum tamala | Common Name: Bay Leaf / Tejpatta

Bay Leaf, known locally as Tejpatta, is a fragrant spice leaf widely used in culinary traditions for its subtle, earthy aroma and flavor-enhancing properties. At Ease International Private Limited, we supply premium-quality, sun-dried Bay Leaves sourced from the pristine hilly regions of North-East India, where they are naturally cultivated without the use of harmful chemicals.

These leaves are handpicked, carefully sorted, and naturally dried to preserve their essential oil content, ensuring maximum aroma and shelf life. Bay Leaves are used globally in soups, curries, spice blends, pickling, and herbal teas, and are an essential part of spice exports to the Middle East, Europe, USA, Russia, and Asia-Pacific regions.

 Product Highlights & Specifications

1. HS Code of Bay Leaf: 0910 99 12
2. Scientific Name: Cinnamomum tamala
3. Product Form: Whole Dried Leaves
4. Color: Pale green to olive brown (natural shade variation)
5. Flavor & Aroma: Mildly spicy, warm, with notes of cinnamon and clove
6. Length of Leaves: 5 cm – 15 cm (Custom sorted)
7. Moisture Content: < 10%
8. Admixture: < 1%
9. Essential Oil Content: ~1% (Primarily cinnamic aldehyde)
10. Shelf Life: 12 to 18 months under dry conditions
11. Processing Method: Naturally sun-dried, hand-sorted, machine cleaned
12. Grades Available:
    • Bold Whole Leaves (5”–6” and above)
    • Medium Leaves (3”–5”)
    • Broken / T-cut (on request)
13. Packaging Options:
    • 10 kg / 15 kg / 20 kg / 25 kg PP or Kraft Paper Bags
    • Baled bundles with inner liners (bulk export)
    • Retail Packs: 50g / 100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg
14. Certifications: APEDA / FSSAI / Spices Board India / Organic (on request)
15. Private Labeling: Available in bulk and branded retail formats
16. Delivery Timeline: 7–10 days from order confirmation
17. Port of Loading (India): Kolkata / Nhava Sheva / Mundra
18. Production & Export Capacity: 100 MT+ per month
19. Container Loading Capacity:(for 20-40 ft Container): approx. 4-8 ton

 Packaging & Logistics:

• Moisture-proof, pest-free packaging
• Export labeling with grade, harvest season, and batch codes
• Fumigated and phytosanitary-certified shipments
• End-to-end export documentation support included (COA, Certificate of Origin, etc.)