Direct Origin Hubs: 🇮🇳 India & 🇻🇳 Vietnam
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Direct Origin — Assam & Munnar (Western Ghats), India

Indian CTC Black Tea (BOP, BP, Dust & Orthodox)

Wholesale exporter of Indian CTC Black Tea from Assam & Munnar (Western Ghats). Broken Orange Pekoe (BOP), Broken Pekoe (BP) and Pekoe Dust for blending & teabags.

Origin Corridor
India (Assam & Munnar, Kerala)
Primary Ports
Cochin Port (Kerala) / Kolkata Port (West Bengal)
FCL Load Capacity
Approx. 10 to 12 MT per 20ft FCL / 22 to 24 MT per 40ft HC
Product SKU
FIL-TEA-CTC-EXP
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Indicative Export Standards & Industry Trade Specifications
Commercial Trade Notice: The specifications below represent standard international export benchmarks and typical commercial grades. Final specifications, packing, origin documentation and shipment terms are confirmed against the selected supplier and destination requirements at quotation stage.
Harmonized System (HS) Code 0902.30.20 (Black Tea, in bulk packages exceeding 3 kg)
Available CTC Grades Broken Orange Pekoe (BOP), Broken Pekoe (BP), Pekoe Fannings (PF), Pekoe Dust (PD), Dust 1 (D1)
Available Orthodox Grades TGFOP (Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe), FBOP, OP, Broken Pekoe
Liquor Characteristics Deep rich amber-red liquor; robust, full-bodied brisk taste; strong cuppage suitable for milk tea and commercial blends
Moisture Content Max 7.5% to 8.0% (strict factory desiccation)
Total Ash / Acid Insoluble Ash Total Ash: 4.0% to 8.0% | Acid Insoluble Ash: Max 1.0%
Water Soluble Ash Min 45% of total ash
Crude Fiber Content Max 16.5% (conforming to Tea Board of India export regulations)
Packaging Formats Multi-wall kraft paper sacks with aluminum foil barrier (30 kg to 55 kg net weight depending on grade bulk density)
Container Stuffing Capacity Approx. 10 to 12 Metric Tons per 20ft FCL; up to 24 Metric Tons per 40ft HC container
Primary Ports of Loading (FOB) Cochin Port (Kerala) / Kolkata Port / Haldia Port
Available Trade Incoterms FOB Indian Ports, CIF Global Ports (Mombasa, Jebel Ali, London, Hamburg), CFR
Regulatory & Export Compliance Tea Board of India Export Clearance, FSSAI, Phytosanitary Certificate, Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) compliant
* Batch-specific physical parameters, grade tolerances, moisture levels, and chemical analyses are confirmed via pre-shipment laboratory analysis (e.g., SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Vinacontrol upon buyer request). Certificate of Analysis (COA) is furnished with official export shipping documentation.

Frequently Asked Procurement Questions

What is the difference between CTC and Orthodox black tea processing?

CTC stands for 'Crush, Tear, Curl'—a mechanical manufacturing method that processes withered tea leaves into uniform granular pellets. CTC brews rapidly into a deeply colored, brisk, pungent cup with high cuppage, making it the global standard for teabags, chai, and breakfast blends. Orthodox tea is gently rolled to preserve intact whole leaves, yielding lighter, nuanced floral and muscatel flavor notes.

Which growing regions do your teas originate from?

Our teas originate from certified estates in Assam (celebrated for rich malty density) and the high-altitude misty slopes of Munnar in the Western Ghats of Kerala (known for bright, brisk liquor and fresh mountain aroma).

How is bulk tea packaged to preserve freshness and aroma across maritime corridors?

Bulk tea is packed in specialized 4-ply or 5-ply multi-wall export paper sacks incorporating a laminated aluminum foil and food-grade poly barrier. This hermetically seals the tea against ambient humidity, preventing loss of volatile aromatics and staling.

Can you provide custom blends tailored to specific market taste profiles?

Yes. Our professional tea tasters work with wholesale buyers and packaging brands to create custom blend ratios combining Assam briskness with Munnar color to hit target cuppage, price points, and sensory profiles.

Global Procurement Desks

Dual-Origin Export Gateways in India & Vietnam

India Sourcing Portal (Mundra/Cochin) Vietnam Sourcing Desk (Cat Lai)