Peppermint
B2B Export Specification
Peppermint
Peppermint Crushed
| 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.

