Spices
Sri Lanka, the only supplier of true cinnamon to the world, is a global destination for spices of the finest quality since time immemorial. Sri Lanka is a leading exporter of Ceylon Cinnamon, Ceylon Pepper, Ceylon Cloves, Ceylon Nutmeg and Ceylon Cardamom, all branded under the geographical indication of Ceylon Spices due to their unique aroma and flavor, shaped by the terrier of the country. In addition, a range of essential oils and oleoresins derived from spices grown in Sri Lanka are supplied by Lankan spice manufacturers.
The renowned “Spice Island”, Sri Lanka was historically attractive to the Western nations for its riche spices. Sri Lankan Spices and Allied product Suppliers export the most sought-after cinnamon, pepper, cloves, cardamoms, nutmeg, mace and vanilla. These grow in abundance around the island in fertile and diverse soil under varying temperature conditions.
56% of Sri Lankan agricultural exports consist of spices, allied products and essential oils. These varieties of condiments are used to season, flavor and aromatize cuisines the world-over.
Cinnamon, being the paramount commodity among the spices, is considered to have been utilized in multiple purpose since the times of the Lankan ancestors and such purposes to name a few are medicine, spice, perfumery material & soft drink. In modern times, cinnamon is widely used in bakery products, pharmaceutical preparations & cosmetics worldwide. Cinnamon is exported in primary form as well as in value added form such as cut pieces, powder and crushed forms. Considered as an unique product being exported, Sri Lanka is the world’s largest producer & exporter of Cinnamon.
Cinnamon which is originated in Sri Lanka, has its unique characteristics, which can be branded under GI protection. Accordingly, Ceylon Cinnamon is introduced to the international market as a branded product namely “Pure Ceylon Cinnamon” which reflects a combination of several intrinsic characteristics of Cinnamon
‘Pepper’ is the second most important commodity among spices and Sri Lankan pepper has high intrinsic quality. The Sri Lankan Pepper which is offered in different grades for gridning and extraction of essential oils and oleoresins, has higher piperine content which gives it a superior quality and pungency.In Sri Lanka, pepper is grown in the wet and intermediate zones mostly as mixed crops.
Other spices such as cloves, cardamom, nutmeg and mace also have high aromatic flavor. The Sri Lankan clove is found to be richer in oil than those from other countries. The aroma, flavor and oil contents are the important criteria of cloves. Cardamom is popularly known as the ‘Queen of Spices’. Land where Cardamom is grown are generally termed as spice forests. Cardamom exports from Sri Lanka constitute light green verities. Nutmeg & mace are two distinctly separate spices derived from the same plant. It is an evergreen tree which grows in the up country in Sri Lanka.
Currently, companies engaged in the exports of high value products use quality assurance at several production stages of the raw material, pre-processing and final packing stages. If export companies can certify under GMP, HACCP & ISO, the chances of opportunities in the international trade is higher.
PRODUCT | FMCG | BULK |
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Organic /Non Organic Black Pepper Whole | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Black Pepper Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic White Pepper Whole | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic White Pepper Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Clove Whole | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Clove Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Nutmeg Whole | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Nutmeg Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Mace Whole | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Mace Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Red Chilli Flakes | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Red Chilli Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Coriander Seeds | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Coriander Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Ginger Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Turmeric Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic True Cinnamon Sticks | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic True Cinnamon Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Cardamom Whole | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Cardamom Ground | As per customer requirements | 1Kg pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Gotukola | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Vanilla Beans | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Lemon Grass | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Curry Leaves | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |
Organic /Non Organic Moringa | As per customer requirements | 1Kg Pouch |