Cinnamomum cassia

Cassia Cinnamon Bark Raw Spice

Cassia cinnamon bark, botanical name Cinnamomum cassia, is the dried bark harvested from mature cassia trees, widely traded as Chinese cinnamon in global spice markets. It differs from Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) in bark thickness, texture and flavour profile.

Product Details

Our cassia bark is sourced from cultivated planting areas in southern China. Harvested bark goes through peeling, manual sorting, cleaning and natural air drying. No solvent extraction, no artificial colouring, flavourings or preservatives are added during processing. The finished bark shows reddish-brown to deep brown colour, thick rolled or grooved shape, firm texture and a distinct warm, sweet-spicy aromatic note. Natural volatile oil, cinnamaldehyde and coumarin occur naturally within the bark tissue.

We supply multiple available forms for bulk buyers: whole cassia quills, broken bark chips, cut segments and ground cassia powder. Several commercial grades are offered to match different formulation needs. Every shipment is sampled and tested by independent third-party labs, covering moisture, volatile oil content, foreign matter, heavy metals and microbial indicators. Supporting documents including COA and MSDS can be provided upon request.

Specifications

Botanical Source Dried bark of Cinnamomum cassia (Lauraceae)
Latin name Cinnamomi Cortex
Processing Peeling, manual sorting, cleaning, natural air drying; no solvent extraction, no additives
Appearance Reddish-brown to deep brown, thick rolled or grooved bark; firm texture; warm sweet-spicy aroma, no mouldy or rancid odour
Available Forms Whole cassia quills, broken bark chips, cut segments, ground cassia powder
Grades AA / A / B commercial grades; organic grade available by arrangement
Key Features Natural raw bark, no extraction, no added colours, flavours or preservatives; stable aroma, low foreign matter, clean label friendly
Test Indicators Moisture, volatile oil, foreign matter, heavy metals, microbial indicators
Documents COA, MSDS available upon request
Shelf Life 24 months under sealed, cool, dry and dark storage

Natural Characteristics

Cinnamomum cassia belongs to the Lauraceae family. The bark naturally contains volatile oil and cinnamaldehyde, which form its characteristic warm, sweet-spicy note. Our cassia bark is sourced from cultivated planting areas, harvested at proper maturity and naturally air dried to retain the original fragrance and natural components. This raw spice material has stable physical properties and wide application, fitting the global trend toward natural, clean-label food ingredients.

  • Natural Plant SourceHarvested from cultivated cassia planting areas, free from rotten fragments, wood chips and foreign debris.
  • Natural Drying ProcessAir drying at controlled conditions, avoiding high-temperature baking to reduce volatile oil loss and preserve the original aroma.
  • Consistent Quality StandardMulti-stage screening and sorting keep batch-to-batch colour, aroma and sizing consistent for industrial use.
  • Flexible ApplicationThe bark can be used whole, cut, crushed or milled, compatible with spice, food and beverage production workflows.

Disclaimer: This product is food-grade natural spice raw material only, for food seasoning and beverage formulation. All descriptions refer only to natural material properties and application features. No medical judgement, treatment or health-related claims are made.

Application Fields

With its natural warm-spicy aroma, stable quality and low impurity level, cassia cinnamon bark is used across seasoning, food, beverage and raw material supply industries:

  • Seasoning BlendsCompound spice mixes, catering seasoning, braising and slow-cook spice packs
  • Beverage FormulationHerbal tea mixes, mulled drinks, spice-flavoured warm beverages
  • Food ProductionBakery recipes, confectionery, cereal mixes, slow-simmered savoury dishes
  • Dry Powder CompoundingCustom dry blends, clean label formulation, further milling or grinding by manufacturers
  • Bulk Raw SupplyFor buyers who perform further crushing, milling or deep processing in-house

Our Advantages

We supply bulk cassia cinnamon bark with stable sourcing, careful sorting and full batch inspection. Stable batch-to-batch aroma and consistent physical quality are our core focus for export orders.

  • Careful SelectionHarvested bark is hand sorted to remove rotten pieces, wood chips and foreign impurities, controlling quality at the source.
  • Controlled DryingDrying temperature and humidity are controlled to prevent mildew and reduce volatile oil loss.
  • Multi-stage ScreeningSeveral screening steps cut down debris, coarse fragments and wood impurities before packing.
  • Full Batch QCEach shipment is tested for moisture, volatile oil, ash, heavy metals and microbial indicators before dispatch.
  • Flexible Packing and CustomStandard food-grade kraft bags with PE liner; custom private packaging for large clients. Cutting, sizing and grading can be arranged to order.

Packaging & Storage

  • Standard Export Packaging25kg food-grade woven bag or kraft paper bag with inner food-grade PE liner; small trial packs available on request.
  • Storage ConditionsKeep in a cool, dry, shaded and ventilated warehouse, away from high temperature, humidity and direct sunlight.
  • Storage ReminderCassia bark volatile aromatic compounds disperse gradually when exposed to air, heat or strong light. Keep containers tightly sealed after opening to slow aroma loss and avoid moisture absorption.

FAQ

Q1: What forms and grades of Cinnamomum cassia bark do you provide?

A1: We supply whole cassia quills, broken chips, cut pieces and milled powder, with AA, A and B commercial grades available. Organic grade is available by arrangement.

Q2: Is this cassia cinnamon processed with extraction or additives?

A2: This is natural raw bark. Processing only includes peeling, sorting, cleaning and natural drying. No extraction steps, no added colours, flavours or preservatives. It suits clean label and non-GMO formulation requirements.

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