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  • Cinnamon Import Documents: The Complete Checklist for US & EU ImportERS

    Cinnamon Import Documents: The Complete Checklist for US & EU ImportERS

    To import cinnamon into the US and EU, buyers must obtain a Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, and batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA). US imports also require FDA facility registration and Prior Notice, while EU imports require coumarin, aflatoxin, and pesticide residue testing for compliance. Cinnamon Import Documents Demystified: A Checklist for US &…

  • Cinnamon IMPORT Requirements: A US & EU Compliance Guide for Importers

    Cinnamon IMPORT Requirements: A US & EU Compliance Guide for Importers

    To export cinnamon to the US and EU, importers must ensure FDA facility registration (US), Prior Notice submission, phytosanitary certification, and batch-specific Certificates of Analysis covering moisture, coumarin, aflatoxins, and pesticide residues. EU imports additionally require strict compliance with coumarin limits and full traceability under EC 178/2002. The Complete Guide to US & EU…

  • Saigon Cinnamon Specifications: Moisture, EO% & Export Standards

    Saigon Cinnamon Specifications: Moisture, EO% & Export Standards

    Saigon cinnamon specifications refer to the measurable quality parameters importers must define when sourcing export-grade Vietnamese cassia. The most critical specifications include moisture content (maximum 13.5%), essential oil content (typically 3.0–5.5%), physical form and cut type (whole sticks, broken, or powder), roll rate and size tolerances, and chemical compliance requirements such as coumarin and…

  • Vietnamese Cinnamon Grades: A Buyer’s Guide to Quality & Pricing

    Vietnamese Cinnamon Grades: A Buyer’s Guide to Quality & Pricing

    Vietnamese cinnamon grades are defined primarily by essential oil content, physical quality & aesthetics (thickness, diameter, roll rate), moisture & dryness. These grades help importers specify quality, manage pricing, and ensure consistent performance across food manufacturing, retail, and extraction applications. Vietnamese Cinnamon Grades Explained: EO%, Roll Rate & Export Quality Standards Importers Must Know…

  • How Vietnamese Cinnamon is Processed for Export: A Buyer’s Guide to Drying, Grading & Packing

    How Vietnamese Cinnamon is Processed for Export: A Buyer’s Guide to Drying, Grading & Packing

    Cinnamon processed for export typically undergoes post-harvest handling, controlled drying, grading, cutting, quality inspection, and export packing. Each stage affects moisture stability, aroma retention, and shipment reliability, making processing standards critical for international buyers. How Vietnamese Cinnamon is Processed for Export: A Buyer’s Guide to Quality For international buyers—from food manufacturers to spice distributors—understanding…

  • Cinnamon Supply Chain Explained: From Vietnam Farms to Export

    Cinnamon Supply Chain Explained: From Vietnam Farms to Export

    The Vietnamese cinnamon supply chain typically includes cultivation, harvesting, drying, sorting, quality control, packing, and export preparation. Each stage affects aroma stability, moisture levels, and shipment reliability, making supply chain management a critical factor for international buyers. Cinnamon Supply Chain Explained: From Vietnam Farms to Export For international buyers, sourcing cinnamon successfully is not…