Sri Lanka's #1 True Cinnamon Exporters

The World's Finest True Cinnamon Sourced from Sri Lanka

We are premium Ceylon Cinnamon manufacturers, exporters, and private label suppliers — delivering GI-certified Cinnamomum verum quills, powder, and essential oil to the EU, USA, and 50+ countries worldwide.

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The True Cinnamon

Why Ceylon Cinnamon is the
World's Best True Cinnamon

Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is the only "True Cinnamon" — native exclusively to Sri Lanka. Unlike Cassia varieties, it has delicate multi-layered quills, sweet aromatic flavour, and virtually no coumarin, making it the safest and most premium cinnamon globally.

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GI Protected Origin

Geographical Indication certified — exclusively from Sri Lanka, ensuring authenticity and terroir quality.

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Lowest Coumarin

0.004% coumarin content — 175× lower than Cassia, safe for daily consumption without health risks.

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Cinnamomum Verum

The only true cinnamon species — delicate, sweet, complex flavour profile preferred by chefs and food scientists.

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EU Regulation 1334/2008

Explicitly exempted from coumarin restrictions in EU — approved for unlimited use in food and beverages.

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50+ Export Destinations

Trusted by importers in EU, USA, Japan, UAE, and 50+ countries worldwide with consistent quality.

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Rich in Cinnamaldehyde

70–90% cinnamaldehyde content — higher than most varieties, delivering superior aroma and therapeutic properties.

Ceylon vs. Cassia: Side-by-Side Comparison

Understanding why True Cinnamon commands a premium in global spice markets.

Ceylon Cinnamon
Cassia Cinnamon
Property Ceylon Cinnamon (True) Cassia (Chinese/Vietnamese) Indonesian Cassia
Scientific Name Cinnamomum verum C. cassia / C. aromaticum C. burmannii
Coumarin Level ✔ 0.004% (trace) ✘ 0.31–2.12% ✘ Up to 6.97%
Quill Structure Multi-layer, soft, friable Single thick layer, hard Single layer, irregular
Flavour Profile Delicate, floral, sweet Strong, pungent, bitter Mild, slightly musty
EU Daily Safe Limit ✔ No restriction ✘ Limited (BfR warning) ✘ Highest risk
GI Protection ✔ Yes (Sri Lanka) ✘ No ✘ No
Pharmaceutical Grade ✔ Widely used Limited Rarely used
Premium Market Price Higher (justified) Lower Lowest
Our Product Range

Ceylon Cinnamon Products,
Forms & Grades

We supply Ceylon Cinnamon in three primary forms — Quills, Powder, and Essential Oil — each available in multiple internationally recognised grades to match your industry specification, quality requirement, and price point.

Ceylon Cinnamon Quills

Ceylon Cinnamon quills are hand-rolled cylinders of peeled inner bark, dried to produce the characteristic multi-layered, thin, papery rolls unique to Cinnamomum verum. Unlike thick single-layered Cassia sticks, Ceylon quills are tightly nested, delicate, and easily powdered by hand.

Our quills are graded strictly to Sri Lanka Standard (SLS 81) and internationally accepted specifications. Each consignment is lot-tested for moisture, volatile oil content, coumarin, and microbial limits.

International Quill Grades

Alba Finest — <6mm diameter
C5 Special Top commercial — 6–8mm
C5 Premium commercial — 8–10mm
C4 Standard commercial — 10–12mm
C3 Good commercial — 12–14mm
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Quill Specifications

Moisture
≤12%
Volatile Oil
≥0.7%
Coumarin
<0.04 mg/kg
Ash Content
≤5%
Packaging
25kg bales or custom
Min. Order
50kg per grade
Shelf Life
24 months
HS Code
0906.11.00
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Ceylon Cinnamon Geographical Indication Tag
GI Protected Origin

Ceylon Cinnamon:
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Geographical Indication

Ceylon Cinnamon holds one of the world's most important agricultural Geographical Indication (GI) registrations — a legal certification that this spice originates exclusively from Sri Lanka and carries the qualities associated with its terroir, traditional knowledge, and unique biology.

The GI is registered under Sri Lanka's Intellectual Property Act No. 36 of 2003 and is internationally recognised, providing legal protection against misrepresentation in export markets.

  • check_circle Registered under Sri Lanka's Intellectual Property Act
  • check_circle Recognised by EU, USA, Japan, and global trading partners
  • check_circle Legal protection equivalent to Champagne, Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • check_circle Certificate of Origin from Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB)
  • check_circle Combats adulteration and fraud in the global spice trade
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Importer's Guide

How to Import Ceylon Cinnamon:
EU & USA Step-by-Step

Importing Ceylon Cinnamon is straightforward with the right documentation. As your supplier, we prepare and assist with all export documentation. Below is the complete import process for the two largest cinnamon import markets.

Importing to the EU

European Union — All 27 Member States

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Phytosanitary Certificate

Issued by Sri Lanka's Department of Agriculture. Mandatory for all spice imports into the EU under Regulation (EU) 2016/2031.

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Certificate of Origin (GSP)

Form A / EUR.1 from Sri Lanka EDB for Generalised System of Preferences duty reduction. Sri Lanka has GSP+ status — 0% import duty on cinnamon.

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Customs Entry — CN Code

Whole/broken quills: CN 0906 11 00. Ground/powder: CN 0906 20 00. File through your EU customs broker or ATLAS/CHIEF system.

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Food Safety & Contaminant Compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 on flavourings and coumarin limits. Ceylon Cinnamon is explicitly exempted from coumarin restrictions — unlike Cassia.

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Organic Import (Optional)

EU Organic imports require Control Body Certificate (e.g., IMO, BCS, ECOCERT) and declaration under EU Regulation 2018/848.

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Importing to the USA

United States — FDA & USDA regulated

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FDA Prior Notice

All food shipments to the USA require FDA Prior Notice submission via PNSI system at least 2 hours (air) or 8 hours (ocean) before arrival.

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USDA/APHIS Phytosanitary Certificate

Sri Lanka issued Phytosanitary Certificate required for plant product clearance at US port of entry under USDA APHIS regulations.

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US Customs Entry — HTS Code

Whole cinnamon (quills): HTS 0906.11.0000. Ground cinnamon (powder): HTS 0906.20.0000. File CBP Entry 3461/7501 through licensed customs broker.

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FDA FSMA Compliance

Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) applies. Your US importer must conduct supplier verification. We provide full FSVP documentation support.

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USDA Organic (Optional)

USDA NOP certified organic cinnamon available. Requires NOP Organic Certificate from accredited certifier. We supply USDA NOP certified stock.

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Market Applications

Industries That Use
Ceylon Cinnamon as an Ingredient

Ceylon Cinnamon's unique chemical profile — low coumarin, high cinnamaldehyde, rich polyphenols — makes it an indispensable ingredient across a remarkably diverse range of industries worldwide.

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Food & Beverage

Bakeries, confectionery, spice blends, beverages, sauces, cereals, dairy flavouring

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Pharmaceutical

Blood glucose supplements, anti-inflammatory formulas, digestive health capsules

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Cosmetics & Beauty

Lip plumpers, hair care, anti-aging serums, scrubs, aromatherapy blends

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Fragrance & Candles

Perfumery (bark oil), scented candles, incense, home fragrance, reed diffusers

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Pet Food & Animal Feed

Natural antimicrobial in pet treats, poultry feed additive, livestock digestive aid

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Organic Farming

Natural biopesticide, antifungal crop protection spray, soil amendment

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Herbal & Ayurvedic

Ayurvedic teas, TCM formulas, herbal tinctures, traditional wellness blends

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Craft Spirits & Brewing

Artisan gin botanical, whisky finishing, craft beer spicing, infused spirits

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Tea & Coffee

Chai blends, herbal infusions, flavored coffee, wellness teas, specialty beverages

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions