Cloves
Premium whole dried cloves from Tanzania's renowned Zanzibar and Pemba islands for spice importers, food manufacturers, and oil extractors.
Cloves
Cloves are among the world's most prized spices, renowned for their intense aroma, warm flavor, and high eugenol content. Tanzania — particularly the islands of Zanzibar and Pemba — is one of the world's leading clove producers, with a heritage in clove cultivation stretching back centuries. Tanzanian cloves are highly regarded in global spice markets for their exceptional oil content and distinctive aromatic profile.
Four C Agricultural Limited exports premium whole dried cloves sourced from Tanzania's established clove-growing regions. Our cloves are carefully harvested, sun-dried to optimal moisture levels, cleaned, and graded to meet the quality expectations of international spice traders, food processors, pharmaceutical companies, and essential oil manufacturers.
From spice blending and food production to clove oil extraction and traditional preparations, our export-grade cloves are packed and documented to the professional standards that serious B2B buyers require.
Origin: Tanzania
Origin & Sourcing
The volcanic soils and tropical maritime climate of Zanzibar and Pemba create ideal growing conditions for clove trees (Syzygium aromaticum). Tanzanian clove cultivation is deeply rooted in these islands' agricultural traditions, with many plantations maintained by families for generations.
Cloves are hand-harvested when the buds are fully developed but before they open into flowers — this timing is critical for preserving maximum oil content and aromatic intensity. After harvesting, the buds are sun-dried over several days until they reach the characteristic dark brown color and firm texture of export-quality dried cloves.
Our quality team inspects incoming lots for moisture, aroma, color uniformity, and freedom from stems and foreign matter before further cleaning and grading for export packaging.
Why Buy Cloves from Four C Agricultural
Four C Agricultural Limited offers a professional, reliable supply of Tanzanian cloves:
- Sourced from the world-renowned Zanzibar and Pemba clove-growing regions
- Strong aroma and commercially attractive volatile oil content
- Cleaned and graded to meet international spice trade standards
- Flexible packaging options including food-grade inner lining
- Full export documentation — COO, phytosanitary, quality certificates
- FOB, CIF, and CFR trade terms available
- Responsive quotation turnaround within 24–48 business hours
- Experienced logistics through the Port of Dar es Salaam
Typical Export Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Cloves (Whole Dried) |
| Botanical Name | Syzygium aromaticum |
| Origin | Tanzania (Zanzibar & Pemba) |
| Moisture | Max 12% |
| Purity | 98% to 99% |
| Foreign Matter | Max 0.5% to 1% |
| Admixture | Low percentage |
| Color | Brown to dark brown |
| Aroma | Strong, characteristic clove aroma |
| Volatile Oil | Commercially relevant, subject to buyer specification |
| Condition | Dry, clean, sound whole cloves |
Values shown are typical export specifications. Volatile oil content and specific quality parameters may vary by harvest season and grade. Custom buyer requirements can be discussed.
Packaging & Container Loading
Packaging Options
- 25 kg PP or jute bags
- 50 kg PP or jute bags
- Inner lining (food-grade) on request
- Customized packaging for qualifying volumes
Container Loading Capacity
| Container Type | Estimated Capacity |
|---|---|
| 20-foot Container | Approx. 10 to 14 MT |
| 40-foot Container | Approx. 22 to 26 MT |
Cloves are relatively light by volume. Container loading capacity depends on bale/bag density, palletization, and stacking configuration. Our logistics team provides detailed loading plans.
Applications & End Uses
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Quality Control & Inspection
Our clove quality control process begins at the sourcing stage with assessments of aroma, moisture, color, and overall bud condition. Incoming lots are tested for moisture content using calibrated meters, visually inspected for stems and foreign matter, and assessed for aroma strength.
Cleaning operations remove dust, broken pieces, and stems. Only lots meeting our commercial export grade standards proceed to final packaging. Quality certificates detailing moisture, purity, and visual grade accompany every shipment. Third-party inspection is available upon buyer request.
Shipping & Export Documentation
Each shipment of Cloves is accompanied by a complete set of export documents:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary Certificate
- Quality/Analysis Certificate
- Weight Certificate
- Fumigation Certificate (where applicable)
All export documentation is handled in-house. Additional certificates or attestations are arranged as required by destination country regulations.
Typical Buyer Profiles
- Spice importers and wholesale distributors
- Food manufacturers and seasoning companies
- Essential oil extractors and distillers
- Pharmaceutical and dental product manufacturers
- Retail spice brand owners
- Commodity traders in the global spice market
- Fragrance and cosmetic ingredient suppliers
What Are Cloves Used For?
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1. Culinary & Food Processing
The primary use is in culinary applications, including spice blending, food seasoning, sauce manufacturing, and processed food production. Restaurants, food manufacturers, and home cooks worldwide rely on quality spices.
2. Essential Oil Extraction
Many spices contain valuable essential oils extracted for use in aromatherapy, perfumery, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications.
3. Pharmaceutical & Healthcare
Traditional and modern medicine utilize spices for their therapeutic properties, including digestive aids, anti-inflammatory compounds, and natural preservatives.
4. Beverage Industry
Spices are used in beverage manufacturing including tea blends, coffee flavoring, alcoholic beverages, and specialty drinks.
Tanzania Spice Industry Overview
Tanzania, particularly Zanzibar, has a rich history in spice production dating back centuries. Known as the "Spice Islands," Zanzibar produces some of the world's finest cloves, black pepper, and other aromatic spices.
Key Production Areas
- Zanzibar (Unguja & Pemba): World-renowned for premium clove production
- Mainland Coastal Regions: Black pepper and other spice cultivation
- Southern Highlands: Emerging spice production zones
Global Market Position
Tanzania is among the world's top producers of cloves and supplies premium spices to international markets in Asia, Europe, Middle East, and North America. The country's tropical climate and volcanic soils produce spices with exceptional aroma and essential oil content.
Four C Agricultural Limited sources directly from Zanzibar and mainland spice farmers, ensuring authentic quality and competitive pricing for global buyers.
How to Buy Cloves from Tanzania
Importing spices from Tanzania requires attention to quality grades, moisture content, essential oil levels, and proper documentation. This guide walks you through the purchasing process.
Step 1: Specify Quality Requirements
- Grade: Whole, broken, or ground specifications
- Essential Oil Content: Minimum percentage requirements
- Moisture: Typically max 10-15% depending on spice type
- Purity: Foreign matter tolerance levels
Step 2: Request Pricing
Submit your specifications through our quote request form or contact our sales team directly. We provide competitive FOB and CIF pricing within 24-48 hours.
Step 3: Sample Testing
We provide pre-shipment samples for your quality evaluation. Third-party inspection and laboratory testing are available upon request.
Step 4: Order Processing
Upon confirmation, we process your order with proper drying, cleaning, grading, and packaging according to your specifications.
Step 5: Export Documentation
Complete export documentation includes Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate, Quality Certificate, and all shipping documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Volatile oil content is commercially relevant and varies by harvest season and growing conditions. Buyers requiring specific minimum oil content should indicate this in their inquiry so we can match appropriate lots and provide lab-tested certificates.
Our primary export is whole dried clove buds. Clove stems or ground clove powder may be discussed for specific volumes and requirements — please inquire.
Properly stored whole cloves maintain quality for approximately 24 to 36 months in cool, dry, sealed conditions. Whole cloves retain aroma and oil content significantly longer than ground cloves.
Availability of certified organic cloves depends on seasonal supply and certification from our growing regions. Please specify organic requirements when inquiring.
Standard minimum orders begin at one full 20-foot container. Trial orders for new buyer relationships can be discussed.
Yes. Pre-shipment inspection through SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, or equivalent agencies is available. Inspection costs are typically borne by the buyer.
Standard packing in 25 kg or 50 kg PP or jute bags. Food-grade inner liners, buyer-branded bags, and customized packaging arrangements are available.
Our quality process includes standardized sourcing criteria, multi-stage cleaning and grading, pre-shipment moisture and visual checks, and detailed quality certificates per shipment. We work to maintain consistent quality for repeat buyers.
FOB (Dar es Salaam), CIF, and CFR. Our team will recommend the most suitable term for your destination.
Typically within 24 to 48 business hours. Include product specs, quantity, packaging preference, and destination port for the fastest response.
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