Clove Stems
Export Grade Sourcing, Technical Specifications & Direct Quotations
India serves as a strategic sourcing hub for Clove Stems (Syzygium aromaticum), offering a high-potency, commercially viable raw material specifically suited for essential oil distillation and oleoresin production. Unlike premium whole hand-picked clove buds destined for culinary retail, extraction-grade clove stems are prized for their high eugenol content at an accessible commercial yield, making them indispensable for industrial distillers and pharmaceutical formulators. Our platform bridges the gap between global procurement officers and rigorously audited Indian spice processors, ensuring access to export-ready volumes backed by standardized batch testing.
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Clove Stems Technical Specifications
| Parameter / Quality Characteristic | Standard Commercial Value | Testing Method & Protocol Reference |
|---|---|---|
Volatile Oil Content (v/w) | 4.5% - 6.0% min | ISO 6571 / ASTA Method 7.0 |
Eugenol Content in Volatile Oil | 85.0% - 92.0% min | GC-MS / ISO 11024 |
Moisture Content | 10.0% - 12.0% max | ISO 939 / Toluene Distillation |
Total Ash | 6.0% - 8.0% max | ISO 928 |
Acid Insoluble Ash | 0.75% - 1.0% max | ISO 930 |
Extraneous Matter (Leaves, Soil, Twigs) | 1.0% - 2.0% max | ISO 927 / Visual Inspection |
Regulatory Compliance, Packaging & Ocean Freight
Target Markets & Quality
Global Standard
Clove Stems
Meets EU Regulation (EC) 396/2005 for pesticide MRLs, US FDA FSVP requirements, and Spices Board of India export mandates.
Facility Accreditations
Certified Exporters
Certifications held by verified processors for Clove Stems:
Container Freight Logistics
FCL / LCL
25 kg or 50 kg multi-ply polypropylene (PP) woven bags, machine-compressed gunny/jute bales with inner PE liner, or vacuum-sealed jumbo bags
10.0 to 12.0 Metric Tons (hydraulic/machine-pressed bales reduce bulk volume)
24.0 to 26.0 Metric Tons (pressed bales or dense high-density sack loading)
Clove Stems Industrial Applications
Essential Oil Distillation & Fractionation
Primary feedstock for steam-distilling clove stem oil, delivering a cost-efficient natural source of high-purity eugenol and isoeugenol.
Oleoresin & Supercritical CO2 Extraction
Utilized by extraction facilities to produce viscous clove oleoresins for flavoring concentrates, industrial marinades, and meat-curing compounds.
Pharmaceutical & Dental Preparations
Refined into pharmaceutical-grade eugenol for local dental analgesics, temporary fillings, and antiseptic topical formulations.
Flavor, Fragrance & Aromachemical Manufacturing
Acts as an organic aromatic precursor for synthetic vanillin synthesis and base notes in heavy amber and spicy perfume profiles.
Other Cloves Varieties Available
Lal Pari Quality Cloves
India serves as a premier destination for procurement-grade Lal Pari Cloves, a celebrated export classification distinguished by its rich reddish-brown coloration, well-developed crowns, and exceptionally high volatile oil concentration. Unlike standard Fair Average Quality (FAQ) grades that contain high percentages of headless buds and mother cloves, Lal Pari is rigorously sorted to deliver uniform visual appeal, intense aroma, and elevated eugenol yields. Our platform streamlines global supply chain procurement by connecting international food manufacturers, oleoresin extractors, and wholesale distributors directly with pre-vetted, export-compliant Indian spice processors.
Zanzibar Quality Cloves
Zanzibar Quality Cloves represent a benchmark commercial export grade distinguished by deep reddish-brown coloration, low headless count, and exceptional essential oil concentration rich in eugenol. Processed and sorted across India's premier spice export hubs, this grade provides consistent flavor release and oil yield compared to generic commercial blends. Our platform matches industrial procurement managers and spice distributors directly with audited Indian exporters equipped to provide lab-validated lots, customized packaging, and full compliance documentation.
Clove Stems Sourcing FAQs
Key answers regarding minimum orders, mycotoxin controls, analytical verification, and ocean transit parameters.
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Source Bulk Clove Stems
Specify your target mesh size, sterilization criteria (ETO-free steam sterilization or natural), ASTA/SHU ranges, and destination port. Connect directly with audited Indian spice exporters.
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