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Whole Cloves

Whole cloves are a premium, high-value spice commodity known for their intense, warm, and sweet-spicy aroma derived from eugenol, the primary active compound. Used extensively in food processing, confectionery, beverages, Ayurvedic formulations, and dental and pharmaceutical products, they command a strong position in the global spice trade as both a culinary essential and an industrial raw material.

Geodhara International exports premium whole cloves sourced from the leading clove-producing regions, offering bold, uniform buds with high eugenol content. Each consignment is hand-sorted, machine-cleaned, dried to optimal moisture levels, and tested for essential oil content and microbial safety to deliver consistent, export-grade product for food manufacturers, spice processors, and wholesale buyers worldwide.

We supply importers, food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, confectioners, and wholesale distributors across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas with bulk supply, competitive pricing, and complete export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka)

Botanical NameSyzygium aromaticum

HS Code0907.10

Available FormsWhole hand picked buds, clove stems, powder

Volatile OilMin 15%, of which eugenol is 70% - 90%

Headless ClovesMax 5%

Purity98% and above

ColourDark reddish brown

MoistureMax 12%

Packaging10 kg and 25 kg cartons or PP bags

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Shelf Life24 months

StorageCool, dry and well ventilated, away from strong odours

GMO StatusNon-GM

Harvest PeriodSep - Feb; volumes confirmed crop by crop

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 11 MT

Quantity:Approx. 22 MT

Uses & Benefits

Essential ingredient in garam masala, biryanis, pulaos, and spice blends for food manufacturers worldwide.
Used in dental products (clove oil, toothpaste, mouthwash) for its natural analgesic and antiseptic properties.
Key component in kretek cigarette manufacturing, particularly for Southeast Asian markets.
Applied in perfumery, essential oil extraction, and aromatherapy formulations for its warm, spicy fragrance.
Used in traditional Ayurvedic and herbal medicine preparations for respiratory and digestive wellness.

Known As

EnglishWhole Cloves

Hindiलौंग (Laung)

Arabicقرنفل (Qaranful)

IndonesianCengkeh

MalayBunga Cengkih

GermanGewürznelken

Chinese丁香 (Dingxiang)

RussianГвоздика (Gvozdika)

Japaneseクローブ (Kuroobu)

SpanishClavos de Olor

FrenchClous de Girofle

FAQs

What eugenol content do your whole cloves contain?

Our whole cloves carry a minimum 15% volatile oil, of which eugenol is 70% to 90%. Eugenol is measured as a share of the oil, not of the bud. Detailed lab test certificates are provided with every shipment.

What is the difference between headless and handpicked cloves?

Headless cloves have the bud head removed and are typically used in food processing. Handpicked cloves are whole, intact buds with heads, selected for premium appearance and higher oil content, preferred for retail and gourmet markets.

Do you supply food grade and pharma grade cloves?

Yes, we supply both food-grade whole cloves for culinary and spice blending applications, and pharma-grade cloves suitable for essential oil extraction, dental products, and medicinal formulations.

What packaging options are available?

We offer 25 kg and 50 kg PP bags, jute bags, cartons, and custom private-label packaging to suit your market requirements.

What export documentation do you provide?

We provide complete export documentation including phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, fumigation certificate, NABL lab test reports, and shipping documents.