Dried Lemongrass Cuts & Sifted (Cymbopogon Citratus) – Prime Export Grade (High Citral)

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Dried Lemongrass</strong> (<em>Cymbopogon citratus</em>), carefully cultivated, harvested, washed, and dried under strictly controlled low-temperature conditions. Celebrated for its vibrant pale green to golden-green hue, crisp citrus fragrance, and high natural concentration of active <strong>Citral</strong>, our dried lemongrass delivers an authentic, bright lemony tang without sharp acidity. Extensively supplied to commercial herbal tea and wellness infusion blenders, Asian and Thai culinary seasoning manufacturers, beverage and RTD iced-tea extractors, essential oil distillers, and retail spice packers worldwide.</p>

<h3>Key Quality Focus: High Citral Content & Uniform Sifting</h3>

<p>In the global botanical infusion and flavoring sector, lemongrass quality is measured by volatile terpene retention and structural uniformity. Our specialized low-heat dehydration preserves fragile volatile aromatic fractions, yielding a verified <strong>essential oil content of min. 1.0% to 1.8%+</strong> (with <strong>citral accounting for 70% to 80%+</strong> of total volatiles). Advanced multi-deck sieving and aspiration eliminate fibrous chaff and heavy root residues, ensuring clean, consistent brewing performance.</p>

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

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<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Cymbopogon citratus</em> (DC.) Stapf (West Indian Lemongrass) / <em>Cymbopogon flexuosus</em> (East Indian Lemongrass)</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Dried Lemongrass, Cut &amp; Sifted Lemongrass, Lemon Grass Stalks, Citronnelle Déshydratée, Hierba Luisa / Pasto Limón, Zitronengras, Serai, Limon Otu</li>

<li><strong>HS Code:</strong> 1211.90.86.00 (Plants and parts of plants used primarily in pharmacy, perfumery, or similar purposes - Lemongrass) or 0910.99.90.00</li>

<li><strong>Available Cuts &amp; Processing Forms:</strong>

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<li><strong>Cut &amp; Sifted (Culinary Flake Cut):</strong> 5 mm – 10 mm cut (Standard cut for bulk loose-leaf herbal teas and retail jars)</li>

<li><strong>Tea Bag Cut (T.B.C. / Fannings):</strong> 1 mm – 3 mm precision-sifted for automated high-speed herbal tea bag lines</li>

<li><strong>Whole / Coarse Cut Stalks:</strong> 2 cm – 5 cm dried stalks tailored for traditional Thai soups (Tom Yum), curries, and industrial food extraction</li>

<li><strong>Fine Lemongrass Powder:</strong> 60 – 80 mesh (Ultra-fine for instant seasoning rubs, bakery infusions, and cosmetic formulations)</li>

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<li><strong>Volatile Oil Content:</strong> Min. 1.0% – 1.8%+ (Steam distillation basis; rich in geranial and neral)</li>

<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.0% – 99.5% (Sortex cleaned, metal-detected, free from weeds, roots, dust, and foreign botanical matter)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 9.5% – 10.5%</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 8.0% – 9.0%</li>

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

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Certified Origin / Mediterranean Export Hub</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 bags (10 kg, 15 kg, or 20 kg) with sealed food-grade inner PE barrier liner to lock in citrus terpenes and aroma</li>

<li>20 kg or 25 kg PP (polypropylene) woven bags with heat-sealed polyethylene inner liners</li>

<li>Hydraulically compressed bales (50 kg, 60 kg, or 80 kg) wrapped in protective woven polypropylene fabric for volume optimization</li>

<li>Heavy-duty corrugated master cartons (10 kg / 15 kg) lined with food-grade polybags for cut and sifted grades</li>

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

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

<p>Because dried lemongrass is a fibrous, relatively lightweight botanical commodity, payload capacity varies based on cut size and whether the material is packed loose or in compressed bales, strictly complying with road safety limits and international container payload regulations:</p>

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

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<li>Loose Bags / Cartons (Cut &amp; Sifted / T.B.C.): Approx. 5.5 – 7.0 MT</li>

<li>Compressed Bales: Approx. 9.5 – 11.0 MT</li>

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

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<li>Loose Bags / Cartons (Cut &amp; Sifted / T.B.C.): Approx. 13.0 – 15.5 MT (utilizing full 68 – 72 CBM internal volume)</li>

<li>Compressed Bales: 22.0 – 24.5 MT</li>

<li>Dense Fine Powder shipments strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong></li>

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

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<li>Loose Bags / Cartons: Approx. 14.0 – 17.0 MT (Volumetric trailer limit)</li>

<li>Compressed Bales / Heavy Powder: 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 volatile oil %, citral fraction, moisture, and microbiological standards, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Tested and certified compliant with European Commission (EU) pesticide MRL regulations, US FDA food safety rules, and low heavy metal limits.</li>

<li>Flexible international trade terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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