PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Cloves are dry, fully grown, but unopened flower buds of an evergreen tree Syzygium aromaticum of Family Myrtaceae. The shape of clove is similar to a nail with its large end having four pointed flower bud. This gave its name Clove which is derived from ‘clavus’ which in latin means nail. The characteristic flavor of cloves mainly comes from the aromatic compound “eugenol” which comprises over 80% of its essential oil composition. Cloves can also cause a numbing sensation in the mouth.

The clove of commerce is the air-dried unopened flower bud obtained from evergreen medium sized tree. The tree grows to a height of 10-12 mtrs and start flowering in about 7 years. It continues to produce flower buds for 80 or more years. It is a valuable spice of the orient. Clove clusters are plucked by hand when the buds are fully developed with a pronounced pink flush and then dried over several days in the sun. Unopened flower buds, leaves and stalks yield essential oil.

The plant is indigenous to North Molucca Islands of Indonesia. It is also grown in Zanzibar, Madagascar, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and India. The tree prefers well drained rich soil with sufficient soil moisture throughout the year. High atmospheric temperature (25 to 35 degree C) with heavy sun light, good and well-distributed rainfall (above 150 cm) and high humidity (above 70%) are preferred.

Product information

Common Description

Mycotoxins3

Product is routinely checked for Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin and it complies with the regulations of the destination country.

GM declaration3

To the best of our knowledge this product is non-GM and does not contain GM processing agents. This has been verified by organic certification and by traceability/identity preservation systems including adequate separation.

Allergens statement3

Free of any known Allergens.

Shelf life

Products are supplied with a minimum of 24 months to recommended shelf life (shown on product label) when stored sealed in original packaging under proper storage conditions. To maintain the product in best condition it is advisable to protect it from exposure to pests and extremes of moisture, light and temperature.

Product packaging

20 – 25 kg, PP Kraft Bags with heat sealed inner poly liner. Other options can be suggested.

Any other mandatory requirements will be complying to the respective regulations of the destination country.

USES :

• Cloves are said to help fight tooth plague. Some research shows that using toothpaste or mouth wash which contains clove is beneficial for your teeth.
• Cloves may also help reduce excessive sweating. Research states that applying clove oil to the palms for around 2 weeks may help reduce excessive sweating of the palms.
• Clove oil is also said to be a Mosquito repellent. Applying clove oil or clove oil gel directly to the skin is said to repel mosquitos for up to 5 hours.
• Applying a solution containing clove oil gel on the skin may also help with severe itching.

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The use of clove in whole or ground form is mainly for culinary purposes and as a flavouring agent in food industry. Its flavour blends well with both sweet and savory dishes. It is highly valued in medicine as carminative, aromatic and stimulant. In Indonesia, the lion share of production is consumed in production of ‘kretek’ cigarettes.

The antiseptic and antibiotic properties of clove oil are used in medicine especially in dentistry, oral and pharyngeal treatments. It has wider applications in preparations of toothpaste and mouthwashes, soaps and perfumes. It is also reported to help diabetics in sugar assimilations.

Note

1 Testing shall be with reference to the methods prescribed in the manuals of ASTA, ESA, AOAC.

2 Testing shall be with reference to the methods prescribed in the manuals of USDA BAM, AOAC.

3 These tests are performed when required. Certificates of Conformance are available on request.

Special remarks

The content of this specification is based on typical information for this product and results obtained from our own due diligence sampling, assessment, and testing protocols, in addition to any testing/sampling that has been undertaken by our supplier.

However, due to the nature of this product, which is not completely homogenous, test results are indicative / referral and may not be entirely representative of the product throughout the lot. In addition, the content of this Specification does not confirm or ensure that the product is safe for all intended uses.

Our quality and technical documentation does not relieve the customer of their responsibilities to check that the goods supplied are suitable and considered safe for their intended use before purchase. The data provided is for information only.