Dried Coriander Leaves / Cilantro (Coriandrum Sativum) – Sortex Cleaned Prime Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Dried Coriander Leaves</strong> (also globally traded as <strong>Cilantro Flakes</strong>; <em>Coriandrum sativum</em>), sustainably cultivated across fertile Mediterranean and Aegean agricultural plains. Harvested prior to flowering when vegetative leafy aroma reaches its peak, thoroughly washed, precision-chopped, and dehydrated under computerized low-temperature hot-air drying systems, our dried coriander leaves feature an intense emerald-green hue, a sharp citrus-herbal bouquet, and superior rehydration characteristics without grassy bitterness. Extensively supplied to industrial soup, broth, and noodle seasoning manufacturers, Mexican and Tex-Mex salsa/dip blenders, curry powder and marinade processors, canned ready-meal producers, and retail culinary herb packers worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Quality Focus: Controlled Low-Temperature Dehydration & Stem Separation</h3>

<p>In international culinary herb trading, dried cilantro value is dictated by vibrant chlorophyll retention, high leaf-to-stem ratios, and freedom from yellowed or scorched particles. Our controlled gentle airflow drying locks in the characteristic aldehyde aromatics (such as (E)-2-decenal) while mechanical multi-deck air-sifting and optical color sorters strictly limit fibrous stems, delivering clean, uniform flakes with an instantaneous fresh aroma release upon rehydration.</p>

<h3>Commercial Cuts & Available Granulations</h3>

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<li><strong>1. Dried Coriander Flakes / Rubbed Leaves (2 mm – 4 mm):</strong>

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<li>Uniform, broad green leaf flakes with minimal stalk content; optimized for visual garnish in dips, salsas, and retail herb jars.</li>

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<li><strong>2. Fine Cut / Sifted Leaves (1 mm – 2 mm / Tea Bag Cut - T.B.C.):</strong>

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<li>Precision-calibrated small cuts for rapid rehydration in instant soups, ramen seasonings, and processed meat premixes.</li>

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<li><strong>3. Fine Coriander Leaf Powder (40 – 60 mesh):</strong>

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<li>Free-flowing emerald powder for smooth sauce compounding, snack food topical dustings, and marinades.</li>

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<li><strong>4. Freeze-Dried (FD / Lyophilized) Cilantro (Available upon inquiry):</strong>

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<li>Ultra-low moisture (max. 3.0% – 5.0%) with porous leaf geometry and fresh-picked visual profile.</li>

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<h3>Product Specifications & Analytical Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Coriandrum sativum</em> L. (Family: Apiaceae / Umbelliferae)</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Dried Coriander Leaves, Cilantro Flakes, Dehydrated Cilantro, Feuilles de Coriandre Séchées, Hojas de Cilantro Deshidratadas, Getrocknete Korianderblätter, Foglie di Coriandolo Essiccate, Kuru Kişniş Yaprağı / Aşotu</li>

<li><strong>HS Code:</strong> 0712.90.90.00 / 1211.90.86.00 (Dried vegetables, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder - Other / Plants and parts of plants used in perfumery, pharmacy or culinary)</li>

<li><strong>Color:</strong> Natural vibrant emerald green to deep olive green (free from browned, yellowed, or black leaves)</li>

<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 98.5% – 99.0% (Sortex cleaned, aspirated, metal-detected, free from weeds, earth residues, and foreign matter)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 7.5% – 8.5% (Shelf-stable ambient storage)</li>

<li><strong>Stem / Petiole Content:</strong> Max. 5.0% – 8.0% (in premium rubbed flake grade)</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 12.0% – 13.0%</li>

<li><strong>Acid-Insoluble Ash:</strong> Max. 1.5% – 2.0%</li>

<li><strong>Volatile Essential Oil:</strong> Min. 0.2% – 0.4%+</li>

<li><strong>Microbiological Status:</strong> Low bacterial count; steam-sterilization / pathogen reduction available upon buyer request (Salmonella-free, E. coli negative)</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey / Mediterranean Origin</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

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<h3>Packaging & Preservation Standards</h3>

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<li>Multi-ply craft paper master cartons: 10 kg, 12.5 kg, or 15 kg net weight, lined with heavy-gauge sealed blue food-grade polyethylene (PE) liner bags to shield against ambient humidity and photodegradation of chlorophyll</li>

<li>20 kg multi-wall craft paper bags with heat-sealed PE inner liners for fine cuts and powder</li>

<li>Heavy-duty corrugated master cartons (5 kg to 10 kg) for light, high-volume flakes</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, batch barcodes, allergen statements, and client palletization standards fully supported</li>

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<h3>Container Loading & Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>Because dried cilantro flakes are light, delicate, and voluminous leafy herbs (bulk density approx. 140 – 190 kg/m³ for flakes; approx. 320 – 380 kg/m³ for fine powder), container loads maximize available internal volume while strictly respecting cargo protection and legal transport limits:</p>

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<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Dried Flakes (Loose Cartons): Approx. 4.0 – 5.5 MT (approx. 28 – 30 CBM)</li>

<li>Ground Powder: Approx. 8.0 – 10.0 MT</li>

<li>Palletized: Approx. 3.5 – 4.5 MT (Flakes)</li>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Dried Flakes (Loose Master Cartons): Approx. 9.5 – 12.0 MT (utilizing full 68 – 72 CBM internal volume)</li>

<li>Dense Ground Powder: Approx. 20.0 – 22.0 MT</li>

<li>Heavy dense derivatives strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong></li>

<li>Palletized: Approx. 8.5 – 10.5 MT (Flakes)</li>

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<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Mega Tır 90–100 m³):</strong>

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<li>Flakes: Approx. 11.0 – 14.0 MT (Volumetric trailer capacity)</li>

<li>Dense Powder: Approx. 20.0 – 24.0 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 24 – 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Comprehensive official export paperwork: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specifically verifying moisture, stem ratio, total ash, and microbiological criteria, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Meets European Commission (EU) pesticide MRL regulations, heavy metal limits, and US FDA food safety rules. Non-GMO, Halal, and Kosher certified.</li>

<li>Available trade delivery terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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