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Cloves

Cloves are supplied as whole dried flower buds and as ground powder for spice blends, food manufacture and the catering trade. We source from leading clove origins and select for eugenol strength, stem content and freedom from broken or immature buds.

OriginIndonesia & Sri Lanka
Packing10KG or 25KG cartons and sacks
Grades4 available
Cloves
Trade grade

Grades & varieties

Every grade we supply

Graded by stem content, bud size and oil strength. Whole grades are selected for a clean, unbroken appearance. Ground cloves are milled to specification.

Cloves - Whole Whole
Hand-picked Whole

Premium whole buds hand-selected for size, colour and freedom from stems.

Cloves - Whole Whole
Mixed Whole (Zanzibar Type)

Mixed whole cloves of Zanzibar type, strong aroma and reliable eugenol content.

Cloves - Whole Whole
Clove Stems

Dried clove stems for extraction, blending and industrial applications.

Cloves - Ground Ground
Ground Cloves

Finely milled clove powder for spice blends, bakery and food manufacture.

Nutritional information

Typical values per 100g

Energy1274 kJ / 305 kcal
Fat13 g
of which saturates3.6 g
Carbohydrate66 g
of which sugars2.4 g
Fibre33 g
Protein6 g
Salt0.28 g

Typical reference values per 100g, based on UK food-composition data (McCance & Widdowson's Composition of Foods Integrated Dataset, CoFID), shown in the UK mandatory order under Retained Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. Actual figures vary by crop, origin, grade and processing. These values are for general guidance only and are not a substitute for a product specification. For labelling, formulation or regulatory compliance, request the current specification sheet for the specific lot, which is the binding reference.

Assurance

Quality & sourcing

Sourced from Zanzibar-type and Indonesian origins. Lots are assessed for eugenol content, stem percentage and freedom from foreign matter before despatch.

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Buyer questions

Cloves: common questions

What origins do you supply cloves from?

Cloves are sourced from Indonesia & Sri Lanka. We select each origin for the quality of its crop and the reliability of its supply.

Which grades of cloves are available?

We carry Hand-picked Whole, Mixed Whole (Zanzibar Type), Clove Stems, Ground Cloves. Tell us your application and we will recommend the right grade.

How are cloves packed?

10KG or 25KG cartons and sacks. Other formats can be discussed for specific requirements.

Can I get a sample or specification sheet?

Yes. We can supply a product specification and, where appropriate, a sample so you can confirm the grade before placing a bulk order.

What is the minimum order for cloves?

We supply from a quarter pallet upward, through to full pallets and direct container loads. Contact us with your volume and we will quote.

Enquiries

Tell us what you need, and we will source it.

Share your product, grade, volume and timing. One of our experienced team will respond promptly with availability and a quotation.