Product
GI TaggedKanniyakumari Cloves
Cultivated above 2,000 metres at the southernmost tip of the Indian peninsula, these GI-tagged cloves develop an exceptional 21% volatile oil concentration — well above the 18% market standard — concentrating the eugenol compound responsible for their signature warm, numbing intensity.
21%
Volatile Oil
2,000m+
Altitude
18%
Market Avg
Kanniyakumari, Tamil Nadu, India — GI Tagged
0907.10 / 0907.20
≤ 10% – 12%
100% pure & natural Kanniyakumari cloves; no artificial colours, no fillers or adulterants
12–18 months from packaging date
Available
500 kg
Cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture
Syzygium aromaticum
Bulk & container loads (MT basis)
Applications
- Culinary & spice blends
- Bakery & confectionery
- Beverage & tea blends
- Nutraceuticals & essential oil extraction
Available Sizes
Varieties / Grades
Appearance & Aroma
Dark reddish-brown, nail-shaped dried flower buds with a glossy surface and plump head, hand-picked from plantations above 2,000 metres at the southernmost tip of the Indian peninsula.
Volatile oil concentration of 21%, above the 18% market standard, concentrating the eugenol compound responsible for a warm, numbing intensity and deep, rich aroma.
Tasting Notes
Warm, sweet-spicy depth with a numbing finish. Pairs beautifully with biryani, chai, and baked goods.
Quality & Purity Standards
- 100% pure & natural product
- GI Tagged
- No artificial colours, no fillers or adulterants
- Hygienically processed for export markets
Moisture & Contaminant Control
Moisture content ≤ 10%–12%; tested for microbial contamination and aflatoxin; compliant with international food safety standards (EU / USA / Middle East)
Processing Methods
- Hand-harvested at altitude in the Kanniyakumari hills
- Sun-dried under hygienic conditions
- Machine-cleaned & Sortex selected
- Ground under controlled temperature to preserve volatile oil content
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Certifications & Compliance
- GI Tag Certified
- FSSAI Registered
- Spices Board / APEDA supported
- RCMC Registered
- Third-party lab testing available on request
