Peppermint
B2B Export Specification
Peppermint
Egyptian Peppermint Crushed (Mentha Piperita) | Premium Export Quality North Africa For Food Industries 'NORICA' exports premium-grade Egyptian Peppermint (Mentha Piperita), crushed to uniform specifications for maximum essential oil retention and intense cooling flavor. Cultivated in Egypt’s fertile soils and processed under strict food safety protocols, our crushed peppermint is ideal for international tea blending, herbal infusions, pharmaceutical uses, and culinary formulations.
| Botanical Name | Mentha Piperita |
| Origin | Egypt |
| Availability | Whole Year |
Product Details
Packaging Details
Standard Packaging: 20 kg / 25 kg Polypropylene (PP) bags or Paper bags.
Product Forms: Whole Leaves, Cut Leaves (Tea Bag Cut / TBC), or Fine Powder.
Container Capacity:
- 20ft FCL: Approx. 5 - 6 Metric Tons (Bulk Light Density)
- 40ft High Cube FCL: Approx. 11 - 12 Metric Tons
Storage & Shelf Life: 24 months stored in a cool, dry place (< 25°C) away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Specification
Product Name: Premium Egyptian Peppermint Leaves (Bulk)
HS Code: 12119086
Purity: 98% - 99% Min
Foreign Matter: 1% Max
Volatile Oil Content: 1.2% - 2.0% Min (Rich Menthol Aroma)
Color: Deep Natural Green
Processing: Machine Cleaned, Crushed/Sifted, Magnetically Treated for Metal Free Safety.
Payment Terms
Flexible B2B Payment Options:
- T/T (Telegraphic Transfer): Advance deposit + balance against shipping documents (B/L copy).
- Irrevocable L/C (Letter of Credit) at sight.
- CAD (Cash Against Documents).
Trade Terms: FOB, CFR, CIF to major international destinations.
Exporting Process
1. Sampling & Approval: samples dispatched for client lab evaluation and quality sign-off.
2. Cleaning & Sizing: Mechanical sorting to achieved requested cut size (Whole / TBC / Crushed).
3. Quality Check & Bagging: Final metal detection, moisture verification, and sealed packaging.
4. Export Documentation:
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List
- Certificate of Origin (COO)
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Official QCAP Laboratory Test Report (Heavy Metals, Microbe & Moisture Analysis)
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
5. Lead Time: Estimated shipment within 21-30 days after contract confirmation.
Quality Process
Verified Laboratory Standards (QCAP Certified - Ministry of Agriculture):
- Heavy Metal Safety: Cadmium & Mercury Not Detected; Lead (0.177 mg/kg) and Arsenic (0.087 mg/kg) strictly within safe international parameters.
- Microbiological Control: Zero Salmonella detected (/25g), E. coli < 10 cfu/g, and Clostridium perfringens < 10 cfu/g.
European Union Compliance: Fully compliant with EU regulations for heavy metals, microbial limits, and pesticide residues.
Production Environment: Processed and packaged under ISO 22000 and BRCGS food safety certified practices.
