Buananiaga
Cloves (Whole Dried)
From the original Spice Islands. Indonesian cloves for food, tobacco, and pharmaceutical end uses.
Product Overview
Indonesia is the world's largest producer of cloves, accounting for roughly 70-80% of global production. The primary growing regions are Maluku Islands, North Sulawesi, and parts of Java. Indonesian cloves are used in food/flavoring, kretek manufacturing, and pharmaceutical or essential oil industries.
Export availability can fluctuate with domestic kretek industry demand. Buyers need real supply chain visibility for dependable volume planning.
A Note on Supply Dynamics
Clove supply from Indonesia is seasonal and can be significantly affected by domestic absorption. We give an honest picture of available vs speculative volume and discuss forward booking options.
End Uses
- Culinary spice for manufacturers and traders
- Essential oil for pharma/cosmetics/dentistry
- Kretek tobacco manufacturing demand
- Traditional medicine markets
Product Specifications
| Product | Whole Dried Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) |
|---|---|
| Indonesian Name | Cengkeh |
| HS Code | 0907.10 (whole), 0907.20 (ground) |
| Form | Whole dried (primary), stems available |
| Moisture | Max 12% export grade standard |
| Eugenol Content | 70-90% typical |
| Origin Region | Maluku Islands, North Sulawesi, Java |
| Packing | PP woven bags / cartons per buyer spec |