Savory (Satureja hortensis)

Premium Mediterranean herb export from India's hill stations - Kashmir & Himachal Pradesh. High carvacrol content (32-73%), aromatic culinary herb with complete export documentation for global markets. Trusted indian spice traders, bulk spice suppliers, spice merchant offering bulk spices with competitive merchant export pricing.

Premium Savory Herb Export from India's Mediterranean Climate Regions - Trusted Indian Spice Trader & Bulk Supplier

As a leading indian spice trader and bulk spice supplier, we specialize in premium savory with exceptional carvacrol content from Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. Our merchant export model connects international buyers with trusted spice manufacturers and spice wholesalers for bulk spice procurement. Through our network of certified spice manufacturers, we ensure consistent quality for bulk indian spices with competitive pricing. Our spice exporter credentials guarantee international compliance and superior product quality.

Established spice traders with extensive experience in Mediterranean herb exports, we serve as reliable bulk spice suppliers to global markets. Our spice manufacturer partnerships and spice wholesaler network ensure consistent supply of premium bulk indian spices. Through our merchant export framework, we provide competitive pricing for bulk spices while maintaining quality standards. As a trusted spice wholesaler, we supply to culinary herb importers, food processors, and essential oil manufacturers across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific spice suppliers.

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Basic Information
Common Name:Savory, Bean Herb
Botanical Name:Satureja hortensis (Summer), S. montana (Winter)
Family:Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Origin:Kashmir & Himachal Pradesh, India
Harvest Season:June to September (flowering stage)
Part Used:Dried leaves and flowering tops
Shelf Life:24 months from processing
Multi-Language Names
Hindi:सवॉरी (Savory)
Sanskrit:सतुरेजा (Satureja)
French:Sarriette
German:Bohnenkraut
Spanish:Ajedrea
Italian:Santoreggia
Portuguese:Segurelha

Available Varieties & Types

Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis)

Annual herb with delicate, sweeter flavor profile. Preferred by culinary professionals for its refined taste and aromatic intensity.

Annual Plant Delicate Flavor Culinary Grade
  • Height: 30-60 cm
  • Carvacrol: 32-48%
  • Harvest: Full flowering stage
  • Best For: Fresh culinary use, bean dishes
Winter Savory (Satureja montana)

Perennial shrub with stronger, more intense flavor. Hardy variety with higher essential oil content for commercial processing.

Perennial Shrub Intense Flavor Commercial Grade
  • Height: 10-40 cm
  • Carvacrol: 40-73%
  • Harvest: Multiple cuts per year
  • Best For: Processing, essential oil extraction
Organic Certified Savory

NPOP and EU certified organic savory grown without synthetic chemicals. Premium grade for health-conscious markets.

Organic Certified Chemical-Free Premium Quality
  • Certification: NPOP, EU, USDA
  • Processing: Natural drying only
  • Traceability: Complete farm to export
  • Best For: Health food markets, premium retail
Wild Harvested Savory

Sustainably wild-harvested from natural mountain habitats. Intense flavor with unique terroir characteristics.

Wild Harvested Sustainable Terroir Unique
  • Source: High-altitude natural habitats
  • Flavor: Intense, complex profile
  • Sustainability: Rotation harvesting
  • Best For: Gourmet applications, artisanal products

Form/Processing/Grade Options

Physical Forms

  • Whole Dried Leaves: Intact leaves with natural oils
  • Cut & Sifted: Uniform pieces for easy blending
  • Ground/Powder: Fine powder for seasonings
  • Tea Cut: Optimal size for herbal teas

Processing Options

  • Air Dried: Natural drying at controlled temperature
  • Shade Dried: Traditional method preserving oils
  • Dehydrated: Low-temperature commercial drying
  • Steam Sterilized: Microbially safe for direct use

Complete Product Specifications

General Product Information
Parameter Specification Testing Method Remarks
Country of Origin India (Kashmir & Himachal Pradesh) Certificate of Origin High-altitude cultivation zones
Harvest Period June to September Farm Records Full flowering stage optimal
Processing Method Air-dried, Steam sterilized Process Documentation Natural preservation of essential oils
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 Variety
Parameter Summer Savory Winter Savory Organic Grade Testing Method
Appearance Gray-green leaves Dark green leaves Natural green Visual inspection
Moisture Content 8-12% max 8-12% max 8-10% max Oven drying method
Foreign Matter 2% max 2% max 1% max Manual sorting
Damaged/Discolored 3% max 3% max 2% max Visual grading
Stems Content 10% max 15% max 8% max Manual separation
Particle Size (Cut) 2-8 mm 2-8 mm 2-8 mm Sieve analysis
Bulk Density 0.25-0.35 g/ml 0.30-0.40 g/ml 0.25-0.35 g/ml Volume displacement
Chemical & Microbiological Parameters
Parameter Specification Testing Method Standard Reference
Essential Oil Content 1.0-4.0% Steam Distillation European Pharmacopoeia
Carvacrol Content 32-73% (in oil) GC-MS Analysis ISO 11024-2
Thymol Content 1-40% (in oil) GC-MS Analysis ISO 11024-2
γ-Terpinene 6-42% (in oil) GC-MS Analysis ISO 11024-2
p-Cymene 7-25% (in oil) GC-MS Analysis ISO 11024-2
Total Ash 10% max AOAC 942.05 ESA Standards
Acid Insoluble Ash 2% max AOAC 941.12 ESA Standards
Aflatoxins (Total) <10 ppb ELISA/LC-MS/MS EU Regulation
Heavy Metals (Lead) <10 ppm ICP-MS WHO Guidelines
Pesticide Residues Below MRL limits GC-MS/LC-MS EU/US/Japan MRL
Salmonella Absent in 25g USP Method Codex Standards
E.coli <10 cfu/g Plate Count Method ISO 16649
Packaging & Container Loading Options
Package Type Weight Options Material MOQ Container Load
Kraft Paper Bags 5kg, 10kg, 25kg Food grade kraft with PE liner 500 kg 12-15 MT (20ft FCL)
Polypropylene Bags 10kg, 25kg, 50kg Woven PP with PE liner 500 kg 15-18 MT (20ft FCL)
Carton Boxes 5kg, 10kg Corrugated cartons with inner bags 1000 kg 10-12 MT (20ft FCL)
Retail Pouches 50g, 100g, 200g, 500g Stand-up pouches with zip 2000 pcs As per pack size
Glass Jars 50g, 100g, 250g Glass jars with metal lids 5000 pcs As per jar size
Bulk FIBC 500kg, 1000kg Food grade FIBC with liner 2000 kg 20 MT (20ft FCL)
Vacuum Packed 1kg, 5kg Multi-layer barrier films 200 kg Extended shelf life
HS Code & Export Classification
Product Form HS Code Required Documentation Additional Notes
Dried Savory Leaves (Whole) 1211.90.80 Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary Certificate Medicinal & aromatic plants
Cut & Sifted Savory 1211.90.80 Certificate of Origin, Quality Analysis Report Uniform cut for blending
Savory Powder 1211.90.80 Certificate of Origin, Quality Analysis Report Ground form for seasonings
Organic Savory 1211.90.80 Organic Certificate, Phytosanitary Certificate NPOP/EU/USDA certified
Savory Essential Oil 3301.29.90 Certificate of Origin, COA, MSDS Steam distilled oil
Savory Oleoresin 1302.19.90 Certificate of Origin, COA, MSDS Solvent extracted
Savory Tea Blend 2106.90.99 Certificate of Origin, Ingredient List Herbal tea preparations
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, Food Facility Registration
  • EU: Novel Food regulation compliance, RASFF notification
  • Japan: MOH Import notification, Plant quarantine
  • Canada: CFIA compliance, Labeling requirements
  • Australia: AQIS import permit, Biosecurity clearance
  • Middle East: Certificate of Analysis, Halal certification

Products Available (Made from Savory)

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

Dried Savory Herb

Premium whole leaves, cut & sifted, and powdered forms for culinary and industrial use.

Multiple Cuts
Savory Essential Oil

Steam distilled essential oil with high carvacrol content for aromatherapy and food flavoring.

High Carvacrol
Savory Oleoresin

Concentrated extract with phenolic compounds for food industry and natural preservation.

Concentrated
Herbal Tea Blends

Savory-based herbal tea blends for digestive health and culinary applications.

Tea Grade
Seasoning Blends

Custom savory-based seasoning blends for meat, bean dishes, and Mediterranean cuisine.

Custom Blend
Herbal Extracts

Standardized savory extracts for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications.

Standardized
Natural Preservatives

Savory-based natural antimicrobial solutions for food preservation applications.

Antimicrobial
Organic Products

Complete range of certified organic savory products for health-conscious consumers.

Organic Certified

Usage & Applications

European Cuisine & Bean Dishes

Traditional "bean herb" extensively used in European cooking, particularly French, German, and Mediterranean cuisines. Essential for cassoulet, white bean stews, and legume preparations.

Form: Whole dried leaves, cut herbs | Usage: 1-2 tsp per serving, added during cooking
Meat & Poultry Seasoning

Excellent for seasoning lamb, pork, chicken, and game meats. Complements roasts, grilled meats, and traditional sausage making in European butchery.

Grade: Premium dried leaves preferred | Applications: Rubs, marinades, sausage seasonings
Herbes de Provence & Spice Blends

Key ingredient in traditional Herbes de Provence blend alongside thyme, rosemary, and oregano. Used in Mediterranean spice mixes and bouquet garni.

Usage: 15-20% in herb blends | Regional: French, Italian, Spanish cuisine combinations
Soups, Stews & Sauces

Enhances flavor profile of vegetable soups, tomato-based sauces, and slow-cooked stews. Popular in Mediterranean gastronomy for its warming properties.

Form: Cut & sifted for easy incorporation | Products: Canned soups, sauce mixes, ready meals
Food Processing Industry

Commercial food manufacturing for ready-to-eat meals, frozen dinners, and processed meat products. Large-scale seasoning applications in industrial kitchens.

Form: Powdered, standardized extracts | Products: Frozen meals, seasoning packets, processed foods
Spice Blend Manufacturing

Key component in Mediterranean seasoning blends, Italian herb mixes, and European culinary preparations for retail and food service markets.

Grade: Food grade cut & sifted | Blends: Mediterranean, Italian herbs, poultry seasonings
Natural Food Preservation

Antimicrobial properties utilized in natural preservation systems for meat products, reducing synthetic preservative dependence in clean label formulations.

Form: Essential oil, oleoresin extracts | Products: Natural preservative systems, clean label foods
Export & Distribution

Bulk herb export to international spice traders, food manufacturers, and culinary herb distributors across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific markets.

Markets: EU, USA, Canada, Japan, Australia | Packaging: 5kg bags to container loads
Traditional Herbal Medicine

European traditional medicine for digestive disorders, respiratory support, and as carminative. Historical use as "herb of happiness" in folk medicine formulations.

Active: Carvacrol, thymol, essential oils | Uses: Digestive teas, respiratory preparations, traditional remedies
Nutraceutical Applications

Standardized savory extracts for antioxidant supplements, digestive health products, and antimicrobial formulations in modern nutraceutical industry.

Standardized: Carvacrol content extracts | Benefits: Antioxidant, antimicrobial, digestive support
Aromatherapy & Wellness

Essential oil applications in aromatherapy, massage therapy, and wellness products. Used for its warming and stimulating properties in spa treatments.

Form: Steam distilled essential oil | Products: Massage oils, diffuser blends, wellness products
Research & Development

Scientific research for antimicrobial activity, antioxidant properties, and potential therapeutic applications in modern pharmaceutical development.

Research: Antimicrobial studies, antioxidant research, therapeutic potential evaluation
Natural Flavoring Industry

Food flavoring applications in beverages, baked goods, and savory snacks. Essential oil and oleoresin used for authentic Mediterranean flavor profiles.

Extract: Essential oil, natural flavor extracts | Applications: Beverages, snacks, baked goods
Herbal Tea Industry

Premium herbal tea blends for digestive health and wellness markets. Single-origin and blended preparations for health-conscious consumers.

Grade: Tea cut, organic certified | Market: Health teas, digestive blends, wellness products
Organic & Clean Label

Certified organic savory for premium organic food products and clean label formulations targeting health-conscious consumer segments.

Certification: NPOP, EU, USDA Organic | Market: Organic foods, clean label products, premium retail
Natural Pest Control

Research applications in natural pesticide development due to strong antimicrobial and insecticidal properties of savory essential oil compounds.

Properties: Insecticidal, antimicrobial effects | Uses: Natural pesticide research, biopesticide development

Frequently Asked Questions

Indian savory grown in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh benefits from unique high-altitude terroir and cool mountain climate similar to its native Mediterranean environment. The mineral-rich soil and intense UV radiation at elevation (2000-3000m) enhance essential oil production, resulting in higher carvacrol content (32-73%) compared to many European sources. Our controlled cultivation and optimal harvesting timing during full flowering stage ensures maximum aromatic compound concentration.
Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis) is an annual herb with more delicate, sweeter flavor preferred by culinary professionals. It offers 32-48% carvacrol content and is harvested once per season. Winter Savory (S. montana) is a perennial shrub with stronger, more intense flavor and higher essential oil content (40-73% carvacrol), making it ideal for commercial processing and essential oil extraction. Both varieties are available for export with complete specifications.
We maintain quality consistency through controlled cultivation practices, standardized harvesting protocols at optimal flowering stage, and post-harvest processing under controlled conditions. Our quality assurance includes essential oil content testing (minimum 1%), moisture control (8-12%), and GC-MS analysis for carvacrol content verification. We work with certified farmers following Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and maintain cold storage facilities to preserve quality year-round.
Minimum orders: 500 kg for bulk dried herb, 200 kg for retail packaging, 2000 pieces for private label products. Lead times: 10-15 days for ex-stock items, 21-30 days for custom processing/packaging. Peak harvest season (July-September) offers shorter lead times with fresh crop availability. We maintain buffer stock of premium grades to ensure consistent supply throughout the year.
Yes, we supply NPOP (India), EU Organic, and USDA certified organic savory with complete certification chain. All organic shipments include: organic certificate copy, transaction certificate, certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, quality analysis report with essential oil content, and processing documentation. We provide free samples up to 200g for organic quality evaluation. Organic savory typically commands 20-30% premium pricing over conventional grades.
Properly stored dried savory has 24 months shelf life for whole leaves and 18 months for ground forms. Optimal storage: temperature below 25°C, relative humidity below 60%, protection from direct sunlight in airtight containers. Essential oil content may decrease by 10-15% annually under improper storage. We recommend FIFO inventory rotation and provide storage guidelines with each shipment to maintain quality and aromatic properties.
Yes, we produce steam-distilled savory essential oil with 32-73% carvacrol content and standardized oleoresin extracts. Essential oil yield ranges from 1-4% depending on variety and harvest timing. We provide complete analysis including GC-MS chromatograms, refractive index, specific gravity, and antimicrobial activity data. Minimum order for essential oil is 5kg with custom extraction services available for larger requirements. MSDS and safety data sheets included for all oil products.