Dried Dill Weed (Anethum Graveolens) – Sortex Cleaned Prime Green Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Dried Dill Weed</strong> (<em>Anethum graveolens</em>), sustainably cultivated across fertile agricultural basins in the Mediterranean and Aegean regions. Harvested at the tender vegetative stage prior to umbel flowering when foliage aromatic intensity reaches its maximum, thoroughly washed, deseeded, chopped, and dehydrated under computerized low-temperature warm-air drying tunnels, our dried dill weed features an intense emerald-to-forest green hue, crisp feather-light fronds, and a clean, refreshing anise-caraway herbal bouquet. Extensively supplied to industrial soup, bouillon, and sauce manufacturers, fish and seafood processors, pickling spice blenders, dairy cheese and yogurt dip formulators, bakery dough mixers, and retail culinary herb packers worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Quality Focus: Vibrant Chlorophyll Retention &amp; Stem Screening</h3>

<p>In global culinary herb trade, dill weed quality is dictated by vibrant natural green coloration, low percentage of yellow/scorched fronds, low stem (stalk) ratios, and essential terpene retention (dominated by <strong>dill ether / anethofuran</strong> and <strong>carvone</strong>). Our low-heat dehydration halts enzymatic darkening, while multi-deck air-classifiers and color sorters effectively separate heavy fibrous stalks, delivering clean, free-flowing rubbed leaves with immediate flavor release upon rehydration.</p>

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

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<li><strong>1. Dried Dill Weed Flakes / Rubbed Leaves (1.5 mm – 3.5 mm):</strong>

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<li>Uniform, broad green feather-leaf flakes with minimal stalk content; engineered for visual garnish in tartar sauces, salad dressings, and glass herb jars.</li>

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<li><strong>2. Fine Cut / Sifted Dill (1.0 mm – 2.0 mm / Tea Bag Cut - T.B.C.):</strong>

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<li>Precision-sifted, aspirated leaf particles for instantaneous hydration in instant cup soups, dry dipping mixes, and processed cheese curd.</li>

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

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<li>Soluble-textured green botanical powder for topical snack seasonings, cracker doughs, and extruded batter premixes.</li>

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

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<li>Ultra-low moisture (max. 3.0% – 5.0%) with pristine cellular volume and fresh-picked culinary profile.</li>

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

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<li><strong>Botanical Origin:</strong> <em>Anethum graveolens</em> L. (Family: Apiaceae / Umbelliferae)</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Dried Dill Weed, Dehydrated Dill, Aneth Séché, Eneldo Deshidratado, Getrockneter Dill / Dillspitzen, Aneto Essiccato, Kuru Dereotu</li>

<li><strong>HS Codes:</strong>

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<li><strong>0712.90.90.00:</strong> Dried vegetables, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder - Other (Dried dill weed)</li>

<li><strong>1211.90.86.00:</strong> Plants and parts of plants used primarily in pharmacy, perfumery, or culinary purposes</li>

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<li><strong>Color:</strong> Uniform vibrant emerald green to deep forest green (free from yellowed or dark-brown oxidized leaves)</li>

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

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

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

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 11.0% – 13.0%</li>

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

<li><strong>Volatile Essential Oil:</strong> Min. 0.3% – 0.6%+ (distillation basis)</li>

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

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey (Mediterranean &amp; Aegean Basins) / Certified Origin</li>

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

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<h3>Packaging &amp; Volume Protection Standards</h3>

<p>Because dried dill leaves are fragile, high-volume, and sensitive to photo-oxidation, packaging uses reinforced multi-layer barrier systems:</p>

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<li>Heavy-duty corrugated master export cartons: 10 kg, 12.5 kg, or 15 kg net weight, lined with heavy-gauge sealed blue food-grade polyethylene (PE) liner bags to prevent ambient moisture re-absorption and loss of green chlorophyll</li>

<li>Multi-ply craft paper bags (15 kg / 20 kg) with heat-sealed PE inner liners for fine cut and powder grades</li>

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

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

<p>Dried dill weed is an extremely light, voluminous leafy botanical commodity (bulk density approx. 120 – 170 kg/m³ for rubbed leaves; approx. 300 – 360 kg/m³ for fine powder). Shipments prioritize cubic space optimization while strictly observing highway axle limits and maritime transport regulations:</p>

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

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<li>Dried Flakes (Loose Cartons): Approx. 3.5 – 4.5 MT (approx. 28 – 30 CBM internal volume)</li>

<li>Ground Powder: Approx. 7.5 – 9.0 MT</li>

<li>Palletized (Flakes): Approx. 3.0 – 4.0 MT</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. 8.5 – 10.5 MT (utilizing full 68 – 72 CBM internal volume)</li>

<li>Dense Ground Powder: Approx. 18.0 – 21.0 MT</li>

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

<li>Palletized (Flakes): Approx. 7.5 – 9.5 MT</li>

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

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<li>Flakes: Approx. 10.0 – 12.5 MT (Volumetric trailer capacity)</li>

<li>Dense Powder: Approx. 18.0 – 22.0 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 24 – 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance &amp; 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 standards, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Certified compliant with 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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