Black Pepper Whole

Parameter Specification
Product Name Bay Leaves
HS Code 9109990
Product Code SP-009
Origin India
Packing 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 40 kg (PP Bags or Customized)
Loading Capacity 20 Ft: 8 MTS, 40 Ft: 16 MTS
Appearance/Color Greenish to olive-brown, whole dried leaves
Form Whole
Aroma / Flavor Characteristic fragrant, slightly bitter
Quality Premium
Moisture Max. 10.00%
Acid Insoluble Ash Max. 2.00%
Volatile Oil Min. 1.5 mL/100g
Total Ash Max. 8.00%

Description

1. Product Overview

Bay Leaves, locally known as Tej Patta in India, are aromatic leaves sourced from the Laurus nobilis plant. Prized for their distinct herbal aroma and slightly bitter, pungent taste, they are an essential spice in global cuisines—particularly Indian, Mediterranean, and European dishes.

As a reliable exporter based in New Delhi, India, we offer premium-quality dried bay leaves that are naturally sun-dried, carefully hand-selected, and hygienically packed to preserve aroma, color, and shelf life. Our products meet stringent national and international food safety standards.

2. Applications

Culinary Uses:

  • Enhances flavor in biryanis, curries, pulao, soups, stews, and sauces

  • Popular in Indian, Middle Eastern, and European cuisines

  • Commonly used in spice blends and bouquet garnis

Medicinal & Health Uses:

  • Traditionally used to aid digestion, reduce bloating and gas

  • Supports respiratory health and natural detoxification

Industrial Uses:

  • Incorporated into herbal teasessential oil extraction, and fragrance blends

  • Used in cosmeticnutraceutical, and flavoring industries

3. Sourcing & Export Regions

Bay leaves are predominantly cultivated in the hilly regions of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and North-East India. At our New Delhi-based facility, they undergo strict quality control for cleaning, sorting, and packaging.

Export Destinations Include:

  • Asia: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Singapore

  • Europe: UK, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands

  • Americas: USA, Canada, Mexico

  • Africa: Egypt, Kenya, South Africa

  • Others: Australia, New Zealand

4. Indian & Foreign Names of Bay Leaves

Indian Names:
Language Name Language Name
Hindi Tej Patta Gujarati Tamal Patra
Bengali Tejpata Kannada Biryani Ele / Kadu Bae
Malayalam Karuva Ela / Vayana Ila Marathi Tamal Patra
Oriya Teja Patra Punjabi Tej Patta
Sanskrit Tamalapatram Tamil Biriyani Ilai / Talishpatra
Telugu Biryani Aaku / Talisapatram
Foreign Names:
Language Name Language Name
English Bay Leaf French Feuille de Laurier
German Lorbeerblatt Spanish Hoja de Laurel
Italian Foglia di Alloro Portuguese Folha de Louro
Arabic Waraq Al-Ghar (ورق الغار) Russian Lavroviy List
Chinese Yue Gui Ye (月桂叶) Turkish Defne Yaprağı
×