Cinnamon is a spice derived from the inner bark of several trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum. It's widely used as a flavoring and aromatic condiment in both sweet and savory dishes, as well as in beverages and baked goods. The spice comes from the dried bark of the tree, which curls into rolls (sticks) when dried, and can also be ground into powder.
Product Description
The "True Cinnamon" or Sri Lankan Cinnamon is the dried inner stem bark of Cinnamomum Verum. Cinnamon plants are grown as bushes. When the plants are of two years age, they typically measure at about 2 meter in high and 8-12 cm at the base. It is at this stage they are ready for harvesting.
Origin and Distribution
Cinnamomum verum is mostly cultivated in Sri Lanka, Malagasy Republic and Seychelles. It has originated in the central hills of Sri Lanka. In India, it is grown in one or two locations in Kerala. Cinnamon is a hardy plant and is cultivated in Sri Lanka under varying conditions ranging from semi dried to wet zone conditions. The ideal temperature for growing cinnamon is between 20-30 degree C and rainfall between 1250 to 2500 mm. It thrives well as a forest tree at 300-350 meter above MsL.
Uses
The commercial products of cinnamon are quills, quillings, featherings, chips, cinnamon bark oil and cinnamon leaf oil. ‘Quills’ are scraped peel of the inner bark of the mature cinnamon shoots, joined together with overlapping tubes, the hollow of which has been filled with smaller pieces of cinnamon peels which is dried first in the sun and thereafter in the shade. ‘Quillings’ are broken pieces and splits of all grades of cinnamon quills. ‘Featherings’ are feather like pieces of inner bark consisting of shavings and small pieces of bark left over. Cinnamon ‘chips’ are rough unpeelable barks scraped off from the thicker stems. Cinnamon leaf and bark oil are obtained by distilling the leaf and bark separately. Cinnamon bark is a popular spice with a delicate fragrance and a warm agreeable taste. It is used in the form of small pieces or powder. It is widely used in flavouring confectionary, liquors, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It is found to help diabetics in digestion of sugar. It has astringent; stimulant and carminative properties and can check nausea and vomiting. The cinnamon bark oil has anti-fungal properties and cinnamon leaf oil is widely used in perfumery and cosmetics
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Specifications
Product Type
Dried inner bark (sticks/quills) and ground powder
Quills Description
Scraped inner bark joined in overlapping tubes, dried in sun and shade
Quillings Description
Broken pieces and splits of cinnamon quills
Featherings Description
Small shavings and bark pieces leftover after quilling
Chips Description
Rough barks scraped from thicker stems, unpeelable
Essential Oils
Bark oil obtained by distillation of bark; leaf oil by distillation of leaves
Moisture Content
Typically less than 12% to ensure quality and shelf-life
Flavor
Warm, sweet, and slightly spicy with aromatic fragrance
Shelf Life
Up to 2 years when stored in airtight conditions, away from moisture
Packaging Options
Bulk sacks, vacuum-sealed bags, retail packaging based on buyer requirements
Use cases
Category
Spices & Seasonings > Whole Spices > Cinnamon
Primary application
Wholesale, distribution, and international sourcing
Brand
Not specified
Product type
Product
Logistics & handling
Lead time
On request
Packaging
As per buyer requirement
Storage condition
As recommended by supplier
Origin
India
Form
As listed by supplier
Commercials (this seller)
Minimum order
1 Kilogram
Lead time
On request
Payment terms
As per negotiated commercial agreement.
Checkout type
enquiry
Buyer questions
Frequently asked by buyers
Common questions B2B buyers ask before sourcing cinnamon. Answers compiled from verified sellers' commercial terms and platform data.
Q: What distinguishes True Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) quills from other cinnamon varieties?
A: True Cinnamon quills from Cinnamomum verum are characterized by their thin, soft, and hollow tubular bark with multiple layers rolled together, unlike Cassia cinnamon which is thicker, tougher, and more rigid. True cinnamon also has a sweeter, more delicate flavor profile.
Q: How is the cinnamon bark processed into quills suitable for commercial use?
A: The bark is harvested from two-year-old shoots, the outer bark is scraped off and the inner bark is peeled. These inner bark strips are then rolled into tubular quills, dried initially under the sun and then in shaded areas to retain flavor and quality.
Q: What are the ideal growing conditions for producing premium True Cinnamon bark?
A: Ideal growing conditions include a temperature range of 20-30°C, annual rainfall between 1250-2500 mm, and cultivation at altitudes of 300-350 meters above mean sea level, generally in semi-dry to wet zone regions.
Q: How can cinnamon bark oil and leaf oil be utilized commercially?
A: Cinnamon bark oil is primarily valued for its anti-fungal properties and aromatic profile, used in pharmaceuticals and food flavoring, while cinnamon leaf oil is extensively leveraged in perfumery and cosmetic products due to its fragrance.
Q: What health benefits does True Cinnamon offer that can appeal to the pharmaceutical industry?
A: True Cinnamon exhibits astringent, stimulant, and carminative properties, helping with digestion and sugar metabolism, which is beneficial for diabetics. It also alleviates nausea and vomiting, making it advantageous for medicinal formulations.
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