STICK CASSIA

Specifications:
Origin: Viet Nam
Color: Natural Reddish Brown
Moisture: 13% max
Admixture: 1% max
Taste: Sweet & Hot
Shelf Life: min 2 years
Volatile Oil Content: 2-4% min
Drying Process: Sun Dried
No moldy, not worm-eaten, not rotten and not black inside-fragrant, No fungus, natural color
Packing: cartons (net 20kg)
Port of loading: Hai Phong Port, Viet Nam
Container capacity: 8.5MT/20FCL; 18 MT/40HC.

 

6.500 $

Plant descriptions:

Stick Cassia produced from the inner bark of a specific species of Cinnamomum cassia, an evergreen tree, indigenous to the mountainous slopes of Vietnam. It’s usually taken from the lower portion of these trees with the most recent growth, and then cut and left to dry into the familiar, curled quills. The dried cassia is either left in quills or further processed into a dried powder.

Vietnamese Cassia has a higher volatile oil content, and also a higher coumarin content, than other types of cinnamon. These combine to make this a more pungent product than the other three types of cinnamon.

This spicy and sweet cassia is our top-selling variety. Among cassia aficionados it’s considered to be the finest cassia/cinnamon in the world. It makes its mark in curries, soups, baked goods, and vegetable dishes.

To harvest cassia, farmers cut down trees and remove the inner bark from both the trunk and the branches of the tree. Then the outer bark is stripped away from the inner bark. The highest quality cassia is that which is gathered from the part of the trunk that is closest to the ground. Traveling up the height of the tree, the quality of the bark decreases as the bark grows thinner the higher up you go from the base. Branches provide the lowest quality cassia on the tree.

The inner bark is usually cut into three-inch pieces, and dried. While drying in the sun over the course of several days, the bark will naturally curl up into quills. Once dried, separated and sorted for quality, the quills are packaged for export.

 

Use & Health Benefits

The aromatic inner bark of the tree is harvested and used as a spice for cooking and for its medicinal properties. Cassia has been used for thousands of years, Moses used cinnamon cassia oil for anointing ceremonies and the Romans used cinnamon for digestive and respiratory concerns. Cassia bark is one of the fifty fundamental herbs in traditional Vietnamese and Chinese medicine. More than 160 health benefiting components have been isolated from cassia bark including coumarin, a compound with blood thinning properties. Studies have found cassia bark to have antioxidant, anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory effects.

In traditional Chinese medicine cassia bark is used as a tonic for the stomach, to warm the channels, disperse cold, promote urination, and ease headache. Research studies have found that cassia bark benefits healthy digestion, promotes normal blood glucose levels when used along with a healthy diet and exercise, supports cardiovascular health, benefits healthy cholesterol levels, promotes healthy cognitive function, and may benefit joint health.

Cassia bark can be used to make a tea, decoction, tincture, or as a cinnamon stick in your favorite recipes and beverages. Cassia bark powder is perfect to make your own fresh filler-free cassia bark capsules or as a spice in your recipes.

 

Storage:
Store in cool & dry place away from light.

Specifications

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Product Name

Cassia Cigarette

Product Code

QUE-C

Batch No.

: QUE-C1123

Manufacturer date

: 11/2023

Exiry date

: 11/2025

 

General Information

Product description

The naturally dried bark of Cassia which has not undergone fumigation, sterilisation & irradiation treatment

Botanical name

Oleum Cinnamomum

Country of origin

Vietnam

Pack size

10-20kg

Appearance/Colour

Broken cassia bark, No fungus, Natural Reddish Brown colour

Flavour/Odour

Sweet & hot and pleasant aroma

Length

6-15cm

Thickness

1,5mm

Foreign matters

Not Detected

 

Chemical Standards

Test

Units

Specification

Moisture

%

≤13

Ash Total

%

≤6

Acid Insoluble Ash

%

≤2

Volatile Oil

%

≤0,6

 

Microbiological Standards

Test

Units

Specification

Total Plate Count

Cfu/g

< 100,000 (cfu/g)

E Coli

Cfu/g

<100 (cfu/g)

Yeast and Mould

Cfu/g

<500 (cfu/g)

Coliforms

Cfu/g

<100 (cfu/g)

Salmonella Sp

Not Detected

Not Detected

Listeria

Not Detected

Not Detected

Bacillus cereus

Cfu/g

100 (cfu/g) max

Clostridium perfringens

Cfu/g

100 (cfu/g) max

Staphylococcus aureus

Cfu/g

100 (cfu/g) max

 

Nutritional Information

Composition

Units

Quantity Per 100g

Method of Analysis or Source of Information

Energy

g/100 g

1035kj

USDA

Protein

g/100 g

3.99g

USDA

Fat

Total

g/100 g

1.24g

USDA

Saturated

g/100 g

0.34g

USDA

Carbohydrate

Total

g/100 g

80.5g

USDA

Sugars

g/100 g

2.17g

USDA

Sodium

g/100 g

10mg

USDA

 

Packaging Information

Item

Material/Description

Packaging

In carton box or PP bag

Label Information

Product Name, Batch Number, Manufacture date, Best before, Net Weight.

Container capacity

8 MT/20FCL; 17 MT/40HC

Port of loading

Hai Phong Port, Viet Nam

 

Storage and Shelf Life Information

Storage Conditions

Keep in dry, cool conditions away from direct heat and sunlight

Shelf Life

Best before 24 months from manufacture date

 

Health and Safety Information

  • The product is manufactured, packaged, stored and shipped in accordance with HACCP – GMP.

  • The product is considered ‘Organic’ under the grown conditions.

  • The product is free from GMO and Purposeful Irradiation.

  • The product is free of Allergens.

 

MSDS

 

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
(according to Regulation (EU) No. 1907/2006)
Product name: Cassia Bark
Number: QUE-C1223

 
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.
Product name: Cassia Bark
Manufacturer/Supplier: Vietnam Essential Oil., JSC
Add: Bai Dai Village, Tien Xuan Commune, Thach That Dist, Ha Noi City, Vietnam
Emergency telephone: +84 903561868
Emergency Contact:  Mr. Peter Tron

 
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.
Definition/Botanical Origin: The Cassia Bark is produced by sun drying process from fresh bark of Oleum Cinnamomum original from Vietnam.
Composition: 100% pure & natural
CAS No: 8007-80-5
FEMA: 2258                                      
INCI Name: Oleum Cinnamomum Bark

 
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION.
This product is not hazardous. Not dangerous for the environment.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation

 
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES.
Inhalation:  Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical attention.
Eye contact:  Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins. Contact a doctor if symptoms persist.
Skin contact:  Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water, flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
Ingestion:  Rinse mouth out with water. Seek medical advice immediately.
Other:  When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account (Section 15)

 
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
Extinguishing media  Use CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers, spraying extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on burning material.
Special measures:  Avoid vapour inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing.
Extinguishing procedures:  Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and should be cooled with water spray.

 
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.                   
Personal precautions:  Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages.
Environment precautions:  Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.     
Cleaning up methods Remove all potential ignition sources. Contain spilled material. Cover for spillages: with an inert or non-combustible inorganic absorbent material, sweep up and remove to an approved disposal container. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations.

 
7. HANDLING & STORAGE.
Precautions in handling:  Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
Storage conditions:  Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a minimum.
Fire protection:  Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to avoid static discharges in working area.

 
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.
Respiratory protection:  Avoid breathing product vapour. Apply local ventilation where possible.
Ventilation:  Ensure good ventilation of working area.
Hand protection:  Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required.
Eye protection:  Use safety glasses.
Work/Hygiene practices:  Wash hands with soap & water after handling.
 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.
Appearance: The naturally dried bark of Cassia which has not undergone fumigation, sterilisation & irradiation treatment
Colour: Natural Reddish Brown colour
Flavour/Odour: Sweet & hot and pleasant aroma
Length: 6-15cm
Thickness: 1,5mm
Foreign matters: Not Detected
Moisture: 13% max
Volatile Oil: Min 1.0%

 
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.
Reactivity:  It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkali or oxidising agents.
Decomposition:  Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide & other non-identified organic compounds may be formed.

 
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
According to current information, not classed as hazardous to health in normal industrial use.

 
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
Biodegradability:  Data not available
Precautions:  Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water.
 

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.

 
14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
Shipping by Road (ADR/RID): This product is not considered as dangerous goods
Shipping by Air (IATA) : This product is not considered as dangerous goods
Shipping by Sea (IMDG): This product is not considered as dangerous goods
Precaution: When shipping as non-bulk, this product can be shipped as Non Regulated.
Packing: Safety packing in HDPE or Aluminum drum
Label: Cassia Bark

 
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC
Hazards: Harmful
Symbols: n/a
Risk Phrases: Harmful if swallowed
Safety Phrases: If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the container / label.

 
16. OTHER INFORMATION.
Cosmetics Directive – 7th Amendment – Not Restricted
Check maximum usage levels for skin care products.

 
PACKAGING:
In carton box or PP bag from 10kg to 30kg.

 

SHELF LIFE.
Best before 36 months from manufacturing date.

 
Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.
In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.

 
The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its’ correctness or accuracy. It is the user’s responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume liability for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information provided does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and buyers should seek to verify their requirements and product use.  

 

 

Certificate of Analysis

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

No: 12/2023/QUE-S

 

Product Name

Stick Cassia Bark

Product Code

QUE-ST

Botanical name

Oleum Cinnamomum

Batch No.

QUE-ST1223

Manufacturer date

12/2023

Expiry date

12/2025

Origin

Vietnam

Part use

Bark

 

No

Items

Standards

Results

Test Methods

1

Appearance

Dried bark of Cassia style cigarette or stick cassia, No fungus

Conform

Visual

2

Color

Natural reddish brown colour

Conform

Visual

3

Odour

Sweet & hot and pleasant aroma

Conform

Organoleptic

4

Length

6-15cm

Conform

Organoleptic

5

Thickness

1,5mm

Conform

Organoleptic

6

Moisture

13% max

10%

AOAC

7

Heavy Metals

≤15ppm

<10ppm

ICP-MS

(Pb)

≤3ppm

<1.0ppm

ICP-MS

(As)

≤2ppm

<1.0ppm

ICP-MS

8

Microbiological Counts

 

Total Plate Count

< 100,000 (cfu/g)

<50,000cfu/g

FDA BAM 8th

E Coli

Absent/10g

Absent/10g

USP<2021>

Yeasts

<500 (cfu/g)

<100 (cfu/g)

FDA BAM 8th

Moulds

<500 (cfu/g)

<100 (cfu/g)

FDA BAM 8th

Coliforms

<100 (cfu/g)

<50 (cfu/g)

AOAC 991.14

Salmonella Sp

Negative/25g

Negative/25g

FDA BAM 8th

9

Pesticides & Herbicides

Meets USP Standards

Complies

Meets Fed St

 

Storage & Note:

  • Store in a cool and dry area. Keep away from strong light and heat.

  • This product is Non-GMO.

  • This product is not treated with ETO, nor is it Gamma irradiated

  • The product is free of Allergens.

 

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