Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum)

Premium Hand Picked Superior (HPS) cloves from India - sourced by trusted indian spice traders and bulk spice suppliers worldwide. Rich aromatic flower buds with 85%+ eugenol content from reliable spice merchant, competitive pricing for bulk spices, and complete export documentation.

Premium Cloves Export - Trusted Indian Spice Trader & Bulk Supplier

As a trusted indian spice trader and bulk spice supplier, we leverage India's cloves representing exceptional quality in global spice markets. Our merchant export model connects international spice manufacturers and spice wholesalers with certified suppliers across Western Ghats and Southern regions. From traditional cultivation to modern processing, we serve bulk spice requirements from 500kg to container loads, making us the preferred spice exporter for Hand Picked Superior (HPS) grade cloves.

International spice traders and bulk spice suppliers choose our cloves for consistent quality and professional export services. Whether you're a spice manufacturer seeking bulk indian spices with 85-90% eugenol content or a spice wholesaler requiring certified pharmaceutical-grade varieties, our merchant export capabilities ensure reliable supply chains across North America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. From 500kg bulk orders to container loads of 20+ metric tons, we serve global spice suppliers with complete export documentation and quality assurance.

Basic Information
Common Name:Cloves
Botanical Name:Syzygium aromaticum
Family:Myrtaceae
Origin:India (Western Ghats, Kerala, Karnataka)
Harvest Season:October to February
Part Used:Dried flower buds
Shelf Life:24 months from processing
Multi-Language Names
Hindi:लौंग (Laung)
Tamil:கிராம்பு (Kirambu)
Malayalam:ഗ്രാമ്പൂ (Grampu)
French:Clou de Girofle
German:Gewürznelken
Spanish:Clavo de Olor
Arabic:قرنفل (Qaranful)

Why Choose Our Cloves - Trusted Indian Spice Trader & Bulk Supplier

As a leading indian spice trader and bulk spice supplier, we offer comprehensive solutions for international spice manufacturers, spice wholesalers, and bulk spice importers. Our merchant export model ensures competitive pricing, consistent quality, and reliable supply chains for cloves sourcing from India's premier growing regions.

Trusted Spice Merchant

Established relationships with certified farmers and processors across Western Ghats and Southern regions, ensuring authentic bulk indian spices at competitive wholesale rates. Our spice trader network provides direct access to Hand Picked Superior (HPS) grade cloves with 85%+ eugenol content.

Bulk Spice Specialists

Custom packaging and bulk quantities from 500kg to container loads, serving international spice suppliers and bulk spice importers worldwide. Professional spice exporter services with complete documentation and quality assurance for pharmaceutical and food markets.

Quality Assured Export

FSSAI, ISO 22000, and organic certifications ensure our cloves meet international standards. Spice manufacturers and indian spice suppliers trust our quality control processes for consistent eugenol content and aromatic intensity.

Global Bulk Distribution

Efficient logistics network serving spice wholesalers across pharmaceutical, food, and culinary markets with competitive freight rates. Our bulk spice supplier capabilities include FOB/CIF pricing and container load optimization for maximum cost efficiency.

Available Varieties & Quality Grades

Hand Picked Superior (HPS)

Premium grade with whole flower buds, perfect shape, and highest eugenol content. No headless cloves or stems included.

Premium Grade 90%+ Eugenol Whole Buds
  • Size: 12-17mm length
  • Eugenol: 85-90%
  • Color: Rich reddish-brown
  • Best For: Premium culinary use, essential oil extraction
Standard Grade (SG)

Good quality grade with mostly whole flower buds and minimal percentage of headless cloves. Suitable for most applications.

Standard Grade 85%+ Eugenol Mixed
  • Size: 10-15mm length
  • Eugenol: 80-85%
  • Color: Brown to reddish-brown
  • Best For: Food processing, spice blends
FAQ Grade

Fair average quality with mixture of whole buds, headless cloves, and small percentage of stems.

FAQ Grade 75%+ Eugenol Mixed
  • Size: 8-12mm length
  • Eugenol: 75-80%
  • Color: Light to dark brown
  • Best For: Industrial applications, grinding
Organic Certified Cloves

Certified organic cloves with NPOP, EU, and USDA organic certifications. Premium quality for health-conscious markets.

Organic Certified Premium
  • Size: 10-16mm length
  • Eugenol: 85-90%
  • Color: Rich brown
  • Best For: Organic food products, premium markets

Form/Processing/Grade Options

Physical Forms

  • Whole Cloves: Natural dried flower buds, various grades
  • Ground Cloves: Fine powder, various mesh sizes
  • Crushed Cloves: Coarsely broken pieces
  • Steam Sterilized: Microbially safe for direct use

Processing Options

  • Sun Dried: Traditional natural drying process
  • Dehydrated: Controlled temperature drying
  • Steam Sterilized: Pathogen-free processing
  • Fumigated: Pest-free certification available

Complete Product Specifications

General Product Information
Parameter Specification Testing Method Remarks
Country of Origin India (Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu) Certificate of Origin Western Ghats region
Harvest Period October to February Farmer Records Peak season quality
Processing Method Sun-dried, Steam sterilized Process Documentation Traditional + modern methods
Storage Conditions Cool, dry place, <60% RH Storage Guidelines Away from direct sunlight
Shelf Life 24 months (whole), 18 months (ground) Stability Studies Proper storage conditions
GMO Status Non-GMO Declaration Naturally grown
Irradiation Not irradiated Process Declaration Natural processing only
Physical Parameters by Grade
Parameter HPS Grade Standard Grade FAQ Grade Testing Method
Length 12-17mm 10-15mm 8-12mm Manual measurement
Color Rich reddish-brown Brown to reddish-brown Light to dark brown Visual inspection
Moisture Content 12-14% max 12-15% max 13-16% max Oven drying method
Foreign Matter 0.5% max 1% max 2% max Manual sorting
Headless Cloves Nil 5% max 15% max Visual grading
Stems Nil 2% max 8% max Manual separation
Bulk Density 520-550 kg/m³ 500-530 kg/m³ 480-510 kg/m³ Volume displacement
Chemical & Microbiological Parameters
Parameter Specification Testing Method Standard Reference
Eugenol Content 85-90% (grade dependent) GC-MS Analysis USP/BP Standard
Essential Oil 15-20% Steam Distillation ISO 6571
β-Caryophyllene 7-17% GC-MS Analysis Pharmacopoeia
Eugenyl Acetate 1-11% GC-MS Analysis Pharmacopoeia
Total Ash 6% max AOAC 942.05 ASTA Method 3.0
Acid Insoluble Ash 1% max AOAC 941.12 ASTA Method 3.0
Aflatoxin B1 <5 ppb ELISA/LC-MS/MS EU Regulation
Total Aflatoxins <10 ppb ELISA/LC-MS/MS EU Regulation
Heavy Metals (Lead) <3.0 ppm ICP-MS EU Regulation
Pesticide Residues Below MRL limits GC-MS/LC-MS EU/US/Japan MRL
Salmonella Absent in 25g USP Method USP <62>
E.coli <10 cfu/g Plate Count Method ISO 16649
Total Plate Count <10⁵ cfu/g Plate Count Method ISO 4833
Packaging & Container Loading Options
Package Type Weight Options Material MOQ Container Load
Multiwall Paper Bags 25kg, 50kg Food grade kraft paper with PE liner 500 kg 20-22 MT (20ft FCL)
Polypropylene Bags 25kg, 50kg Virgin PP woven bags with PE liner 500 kg 22-24 MT (20ft FCL)
Jute Bags 25kg, 50kg Natural jute with food grade liner 1000 kg 18-20 MT (20ft FCL)
Consumer Retail Packs 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g Stand-up pouches with zip lock 3000 pcs As per pack size
Private Label Bottles 50g, 100g, 200g Glass bottles with metal caps 5000 pcs As per bottle size
Vacuum Packed 1kg, 5kg, 10kg Multi-layer barrier films 250 kg Extended shelf life
Carton Boxes 10kg, 20kg Corrugated cartons with inner bags 500 kg 16-18 MT (20ft FCL)
HS Code & Export Classification
Product Form HS Code Required Documentation Additional Notes
Whole Cloves (neither crushed nor ground) 0907.10.10 Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate HPS, Standard, FAQ grades
Crushed/Ground Cloves 0907.20.00 Certificate of Origin, Quality Analysis Report Various mesh sizes
Clove Stems 0907.10.30 Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate Separated stems for oil extraction
Clove Essential Oil 3301.29.40 Certificate of Origin, COA, MSDS Steam distilled oil
Clove Oleoresin 1302.19.90 Certificate of Origin, COA, MSDS Solvent extracted
Organic Cloves 0907.10.10 Organic Certificate, COA, Phytosanitary NPOP/EU/USDA certified
Eugenol (isolated) 2912.21.00 Certificate of Origin, COA, MSDS 90%+ pure eugenol
Standard Export Documents
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List
  • Certificate of Origin (Chamber of Commerce)
  • Phytosanitary Certificate (Plant Quarantine)
  • Quality Analysis Report (Lab Tested)
  • FSSAI License Copy
  • Fumigation Certificate (if required)
Market-Specific Requirements
  • USA: FDA Prior Notice, Bioterrorism Act compliance
  • EU: RASFF notification, Novel Food regulation compliance
  • Japan: MOH Import notification, JAS standards
  • Middle East: Halal certification (if required)
  • Australia: AQIS import permit, biosecurity requirements
  • Canada: CFIA compliance, labeling requirements

Products Available (Made from Cloves)

Various value-added products derived from premium cloves for different industrial, culinary, and pharmaceutical applications.

Ground Cloves Powder

Fine ground powder, various mesh sizes (40-80 mesh) for culinary and industrial applications.

40-80 Mesh
Clove Essential Oil

Steam distilled essential oil with 85%+ eugenol content for pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

85%+ Eugenol
Clove Oleoresin

Concentrated extract with eugenol and volatile oils for food industry flavoring applications.

Concentrated
Clove Stem Oil

Essential oil extracted from clove stems with high eugenol content for industrial applications.

Industrial Grade
Clove Spice Blends

Custom spice blends with cloves for specific culinary and industrial applications.

Custom Blend
Eugenol Extract

Standardized eugenol extract (90%+) for pharmaceutical and dental care industries.

90%+ Eugenol
Clove Water Extract

Water-soluble clove extract for beverage and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Water Soluble
Organic Clove Products

Certified organic cloves and derived products for premium health-conscious markets.

Organic Certified

Health Benefits & Medicinal Properties

Cloves have been valued for centuries for their powerful medicinal properties, backed by modern scientific research.

Antimicrobial Properties

Eugenol provides strong antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral effects against various pathogens including E.coli and Candida.

85%+ Eugenol
Dental Care

Natural anesthetic and antiseptic properties for toothache relief and oral health maintenance in dental applications.

Anesthetic
Antioxidant Power

One of the highest antioxidant activities among spices, helping neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

High ORAC
Anti-inflammatory

Natural anti-inflammatory compounds help reduce inflammation and provide pain relief for various conditions.

Natural Relief
Blood Sugar Support

Research indicates potential benefits for blood glucose management and insulin sensitivity improvement.

Glycemic Support
Respiratory Health

Traditional use for respiratory conditions and modern applications in natural decongestants and expectorants.

Respiratory Aid

Usage & Applications

Baking & Confectionery

Essential spice for gingerbread, spice cakes, cookies, and holiday desserts. Provides warm, aromatic flavor in pastries and confectionery.

Form: Whole or ground cloves | Usage: 1-2 whole cloves or 1/4 tsp ground per recipe
Meat Processing & Marinades

Traditional spice for ham glazing, meat rubs, and marinades. Natural preservative properties help extend shelf life.

Applications: Ham scoring, spice rubs, marinades | Benefits: Flavor enhancement and preservation
Beverages & Hot Drinks

Key ingredient in mulled wine, chai tea, hot chocolate, and spiced beverages. Adds warmth and aromatic complexity.

Usage: Whole cloves for infusion | Products: Mulled wine, chai blends, holiday drinks
International Cuisines

Essential in Indian garam masala, Indonesian cuisine, Middle Eastern dishes, and European cooking traditions.

Regional: Indian biryani, Indonesian kretek, Middle Eastern rice dishes | Form: Whole and ground
Food Processing Industry

Natural flavoring agent in sauces, ketchup, processed meats, and ready-to-eat meals. Essential oil for flavor standardization.

Form: Essential oil, oleoresin, ground powder | Products: Sauces, processed foods, flavor systems
Tobacco Industry

Traditional use in Indonesian kretek cigarettes and flavored tobacco products for aromatic enhancement.

Market: Indonesia, Asia-Pacific | Form: Whole cloves, ground cloves | Usage: 30-40% by weight
Fragrance & Perfumery

Clove essential oil as a middle note in oriental and spicy fragrances, providing warm, spicy aromatic character.

Form: Essential oil, eugenol extract | Applications: Perfumes, colognes, aromatherapy blends
Export & Distribution

Bulk export to international spice traders, food manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide.

Markets: USA, Europe, Middle East, Indonesia, Singapore | Packaging: 25kg bags to container loads
Dental Care Products

Eugenol as natural anesthetic and antiseptic in dental cements, temporary fillings, and oral care products.

Active: Eugenol 85%+ | Products: Dental cements, oral gels, mouthwashes, toothpastes
Pharmaceutical Formulations

Traditional medicine and modern pharmaceutical applications for pain relief, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory treatments.

Applications: Topical analgesics, antimicrobial formulations, digestive aids | Form: Eugenol extract, essential oil
Aromatherapy & Wellness

Essential oil for aromatherapy treatments, massage oils, and wellness products for stress relief and mental clarity.

Benefits: Stress relief, mental stimulation, antimicrobial | Products: Massage oils, diffuser blends
Natural Pesticides

Eugenol as eco-friendly insecticide and larvicide for agricultural and public health applications.

Applications: Organic farming, mosquito control | Active: Eugenol, clove essential oil
Organic & Natural Products

Certified organic cloves for premium natural food products, health supplements, and organic personal care items.

Certification: NPOP, EU, USDA Organic | Market: Premium organic products, health stores
Research & Development

Scientific research for new pharmaceutical applications, antioxidant studies, and antimicrobial research.

Research Areas: Anticancer properties, neuroprotective effects, antimicrobial resistance
Household & Craft Applications

Traditional use in potpourri, pomander balls, natural air fresheners, and holiday decorations.

Uses: Natural air fresheners, craft projects, holiday decorations | Form: Whole cloves
Aquaculture & Veterinary

Clove oil as natural anesthetic for fish in aquaculture and research applications, and veterinary antiseptic uses.

Applications: Fish anesthesia, aquarium use | Benefits: Humane, biodegradable, effective

Frequently Asked Questions

Indian cloves, particularly from the Western Ghats region, benefit from ideal tropical climate conditions and traditional cultivation methods. The unique terroir produces cloves with higher eugenol content (85-90%) compared to other origins, along with better aromatic profile and oil yield. India's careful hand-picking and sun-drying processes preserve the natural oils and ensure superior quality for export markets.
Hand Picked Superior (HPS) grade consists of perfectly formed whole flower buds with no headless cloves or stems, highest eugenol content (85-90%), and uniform size (12-17mm). Standard grade includes mostly whole buds with up to 5% headless cloves and slightly lower eugenol content (80-85%). HPS commands premium prices and is preferred for pharmaceutical and high-end culinary applications.
We maintain strict quality control through selective sourcing from premium growing regions, proper harvesting timing, traditional sun-drying methods, and comprehensive laboratory testing using GC-MS analysis. Each batch is tested for eugenol content before shipment, and we maintain certificates of analysis. Our network of certified suppliers follows standardized post-harvest handling procedures to preserve essential oil content.
Minimum orders: 500kg for whole cloves, 250kg for ground cloves, 3000 pieces for retail packaging. Lead times: 10-15 days for ex-stock items, 21-35 days for specific processing requirements. Pricing varies by grade, quantity, and seasonal availability. We offer competitive rates for HPS grade and provide FOB/CIF quotes based on destination port requirements.
Yes, we supply certified organic cloves with NPOP (India), EU Organic, and USDA Organic certifications. All shipments include: eugenol content analysis report, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, organic certificate (if applicable), FSSAI license copy, and moisture content analysis. We also provide samples for pre-shipment approval and quality verification.
Properly stored whole cloves have a shelf life of 24 months from processing date. Storage requirements: temperature below 25°C, relative humidity below 60%, protection from direct sunlight, and pest-free environment. Ground cloves have 18 months shelf life due to faster essential oil deterioration. We recommend airtight containers and first-in-first-out inventory rotation for optimal quality retention.
Yes, we specialize in supplying pharmaceutical-grade cloves with guaranteed eugenol content for essential oil distillation and pharmaceutical applications. We provide HPS grade with 85-90% eugenol content, complete chemical analysis, heavy metals testing, and microbiological safety reports. Our cloves meet international pharmacopoeia standards and come with full documentation for regulatory compliance.