Ceylon Cinnamon
Cinnamomum verum
A Spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees and is used in both sweet and savory food. Ceylon Cinnamon Also Known as 'True' Cinnamon is the Purest and Original Cinnamon. It offers numerous health benefits to those who consume it. The most important difference between Ceylon Cinnamon & Cassia is that Cassia has high levels of coumarin, which is toxic to the liver.
- MOQ: 10Kg
- Shelf Life: 2 years from the Date of Production.
Varieties / Types
Cinnamon Sticks
Grade | Description | Diameter |
Alba | It is a prized grade of Ceylon Cinnamon that is far by the most expensive of all. It is slender and highly sought after its slim, pencil liked appearance, taste, and smell. It gives out a pleasant aroma and powerful flavor. | ~6-7 mm in diameter |
Continental (C ) | ||
C5 Special: (C00000 special) | This grade of Ceylon Cinnamon is famous for its character, taste, smell and excellent flavor. It is the 2nd best grade of cinnamon available. Most popular in the European market. | ~10-11 mm in diameter. |
C5: (C00000) | This grade of Ceylon Cinnamon is smooth and slender in appearance, sweet in taste with a deep yellow color. It is the 3rd best grade of cinnamon available. | ~12-13 mm in diameter |
C4: (C0000) | This is a popular grade that is in demand for its smoothness, exquisite fragrance, pale yellow color, and sweet taste. | ~16 mm in diameter |
C4 & C5 Mix | This is a mix of two of the most popular cinnamon grades: C4 & C5 which we can provide you with the following sizes. - 25cm / 10 inch cut - 10cm / 4 inch cut - 8cm / 3.5 inch cut - 7.5cm / 3 inch cut - 5cm / 2 inch cut - 12.5cm / 5 inch cut - 2 cm / 0.7 inch cut | ~13-15mm in diameter |
Mexican (M) | ||
M5: (M00000) | This grade consists of selected sections of fine cinnamon with reddish-brown patches on the surface of the quills. It is relatively rougher in texture and thinner in appearance. | ~18 mm in diameter |
M4: (M0000) | This grade consists of selected sections of course cinnamon with reddish-brown patches on the surface of the quills. This is made up of chosen parts of high-quality cinnamon. | ~21 mm in diameter |
Hamburg (H) | ||
H1 | Comprises the finest and the most expensive portions of the rough cinnamon bark. Most popular in the South American market. | ~23 mm in diameter |
H2 Super | Comprises the sorted portions of the rough cinnamon bark. Thicker than H1 grade. Consists of golden yellow Cinnamon quills of high quality. | ~25 mm in diameter |
H2 Normal | Consists largely (up to 90%) of golden yellow Cinnamon quills of high quality. Thicker than H2 Super grade. Mainly consists of the brittle quills of H2 grade. | ~32 mm in diameter |
H2 FAQ | Comprises portions of the rough cinnamon bark. Thicker than H2 Normal grade. Mainly consists of the brittle quills of H2 grade. | ~35 mm in diameter |
H3 | Comprises of the rough cinnamon bark. Thickest Cinnamon grade. Mainly consists of the brittle quills. | ~38 mm in diameter |