القرفة

🌿 Cinnamon (Ground)

Also known as: Cinnamomum, Ground Cinnamon, قرفة مطحونة

📝 General Description

Cinnamon is made by grinding the dried bark of the Cinnamomum tree. Known for its sweet and warm flavor, it is widely used in both sweet and savory dishes. It is commonly used in baking, hot beverages, and as a spice in various global cuisines. Cinnamon is also recognized for its potential health benefits, including its ability to regulate blood sugar and provide anti-inflammatory properties.

🔬 Physical Properties

Color: Brown to reddish-brown

Form: Fine powder

Odor: Sweet, warm, slightly woody aroma

Taste: Sweet, warm, aromatic, and slightly spicy

Moisture Content: ≤ 10%

Particle Size: 60–100 mesh (customizable)

Purity: ≥ 99%

Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%

🧪 Chemical Properties

Cinnamaldehyde Content: 60–75% (responsible for cinnamon’s flavor and aroma)

Total Ash: ≤ 8%

Acid Insoluble Ash: ≤ 1.5%

Volatile Oil Content: ≥ 2%

pH (aqueous solution): 5.0 – 6.5

🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)

Energy: 240–280 kcal

Protein: 3–4 g

Fat: 1–2 g

Carbohydrates: 80–85 g

Fiber: 50–55 g

Sugars: < 2 g

Sodium: 10–30 mg

Iron: 8–10 mg

Calcium: 100–150 mg

Vitamin C: 2–3 mg

✅ Quality Standards

Compliant with local and international food safety standards (ISO, HACCP, FDA, EU)

Free from artificial colors, preservatives, and foreign matter

Non-GMO, non-irradiated

Consistent aroma and flavor profile

🧫 Microbiological Standards

Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g

Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g

E. coli: Negative

Salmonella: Absent in 25g

Coliforms: < 100 cfu/g

📦 Packaging & Storage

Packaging: Available in kraft paper bags, PP woven bags, or cartons as per customer request

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from sunlight and moisture

Shelf Life: 18 to 24 months under proper storage conditions

Origin: Egypt

🍛 Applications

Used in baking, such as in cakes, cookies, and pastries

Ingredient in spice blends, teas, and hot beverages like cinnamon lattes

Adds flavor to soups, stews, and marinades

Popular in global cuisines, such as Indian, Middle Eastern, and European cooking

Used in traditional medicine and wellness products for its potential health benefits

Ideal for flavoring syrups, jams, and beverages

📞 Contact

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