Star Anise
Elevate your dishes with star anise—a unique spice that offers a sweet, licorice-like flavor and an exotic touch.
Cinnamon & Cassia
Product Information
- Product Name : Imported Star Anise
- Origin : China, Vietnam, India
- Botanical Name :Illicium verum
- Type :Whole, Broken, Powdered
- Family : Schisandraceae
- Description : Star anise is a fragrant spice with a distinctive star-shaped appearance, widely used for its strong licorice-like flavor in culinary, medicinal, and aromatic applications.
Packing and Shipping Details
- Packing :
- Food-grade polybags or cartons, vacuum-sealed packs available.
- Common sizes: 10kg, 20kg, 25kg, or customized as per buyer requirements .
- Container Loading Capacity:
- 20 FT Container : Up to 9–10 MT (Metric Tons)
- 40 FT Container : Up to 18–20 MT (Metric Tons)
- Storage :
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Shelf Life :
- 12–18 months under proper storage conditions.
Physical Specifications
| Parameter | Ceylon Cinnamon | Cassia Cinnamon |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Thin, delicate quills | Thick, hard bark sticks |
| Color | Light tan to golden brown | Dark reddish-brown |
| Length of Quills | 5–10 cm, 15 cm, or custom-cut | 5–20 cm or custom-cut |
| Thickness | 0.2–0.35 mm | 1–3 mm |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 12% | ≤ 12% |
| Purity | ≥ 99% | ≥ 99% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.5% |
Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Volatile Oil Content | ≥ 1% (Ceylon); ≥ 2% (Cassia) |
| Cinnamaldehyde Content | ≥ 55–65% |
| Coumarin Content | Low in Ceylon; High in Cassia |
| Ash Content | ≤ 4% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | Compliant with food safety standards |
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Volatile Oil Content | ≥ 1% (Ceylon); ≥ 2% (Cassia) |
| Cinnamaldehyde Content | ≥ 55–65% |
| Coumarin Content | Low in Ceylon; High in Cassia |
| Ash Content | ≤ 4% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | Compliant with food safety standards |
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