Description
At VG Limited, we supply premium-grade Tanzanian cloves – known for their deep brown-red color, high volatile oil content, strong aroma, and bold head size. Sourced directly from Zanzibar’s spice farms, our cloves are carefully dried, cleaned, and graded for food processing, essential oil distillation, pharmaceutical blends, and whole spice exports.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Whole Cloves | 100% whole, stalk-free option available |
| Head Diameter | 6–8 mm (bold grade) |
| Color | Deep reddish-brown to dark brown |
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
| Volatile Oil (Eugenol) | 16% – 19% (minimum 16%) |
| Foreign Matter | Nil |
| Insect / Mold Damage | Free |
| Stems | Max 2% (or stemless as requested) |
| Loose Heads | < 3% |
| Adulterants | None |
✅ Hand-sorted & machine cleaned
✅ Lab tested for purity & oil content
✅ Non-irradiated (unless specified)
Packaging for International Export
Our packaging ensures aroma retention, mold prevention, and safe ocean transit.
Primary Packaging Options
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Multilayer kraft paper bags with inner food-grade PE liner
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Vacuum-sealed foil bags (best for oil retention)
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PP woven bags with liner (economical bulk option)
Standard Pack Sizes
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25 kg net – paper/poly bag
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50 kg net – PP woven bag
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10 kg carton (for retail/repacking buyers)
Labeling Details
Each bag/carton includes:
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Product: Whole Cloves – Tanzania Origin
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Grade & batch number
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Net weight & gross weight
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Packed on date & expiry (best before 24 months)
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“Store in cool, dry, dark place”
Shipping Container Specifications
Preferred Incoterms: FOB Dar es Salaam Port / CIF any major global port
Container Loading Capacity
| Container Type | Quantity (approx.) | Packing Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft GP | 440–460 bags (11–11.5 MT) | 25 kg bags |
| 20 ft GP | 220–230 bags (11–11.5 MT) | 50 kg bags |
| 40 ft HQ | 900–950 bags (22.5–23.5 MT) | 25 kg bags |
Container Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Dry van, food-grade, single-use or pre-cleaned |
| Fumigation | Pre-shipment with phosphine or CO₂ – ISPM 15 compliant |
| Ventilation | Vents closed; desiccant packs added if humidity >60% |
| Liners | Optional food-grade container liner for extra moisture protection |
| Pallets | Wooden pallets heat-treated (ISPM 15) or plastic pallets |
| Stowage | No heavy stacking above 5 layers; keep away from strong odors (spices loaded separately) |
Container Environment Requirements
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Temperature: Ambient (10–25°C recommended)
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Relative humidity inside container: < 65%
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No condensation risk – pre-trip container inspection performed
Shipping Documents Included
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Commercial Invoice & Packing List
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Bill of Lading (negotiable / direct)
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Phytosanitary Certificate (Tanzania Plant Health & Pesticides Authority)
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Certificate of Origin (Tanzania Chamber of Commerce)
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Fumigation Certificate
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Quality Certificate (moisture, oil content, purity)
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Optional: Certificate of Analysis by SGS / Bureau Veritas
Why Choose VG Limited for Tanzanian Cloves?
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Direct sourcing from Zanzibar & Tanga regions
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Strict quality control – double hand-sorted
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Competitive pricing – regular container load shipments
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Flexible MOQ – 5 MT for trial orders
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Full compliance with EU, USA, Middle East, and Asian spice import standards
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Efficient logistics from Dar es Salaam port to major global destinations
