Burley Tobacco
Naturally air-cured Burley tobacco with high casing absorption capacity, low natural sugar, and robust aroma for international blending.
Product Overview & Blending Profile
Indian Air-Cured Burley is cultivated in well-drained loamy soils and shade-cured under controlled atmospheric conditions. It delivers a rich, chocolatey aroma, low sugar content, and an open cellular structure that excels at absorbing flavor casings in American-blend cigarette formulations.
Key Agronomic & Commercial Highlights
Technical & Chemical Specifications (COA Matrix)
| Parameter | Export Standard Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Nicotine Alkaloid Content | 2.5% – 3.8% |
| Reducing Sugars | < 1.5% |
| Moisture (Redried Packing) | 11.0% – 12.0% |
| Sand / Silica Content | < 1.8% max |
| Chlorides Level | < 1.0% max |
| Leaf / Particle Dimension | Hand-stripped / Machine Threshed Strips |
| Coloration Profile | Tan / Light Brown to Dark Reddish Brown |
Available Export Grades
- Grade B1 (Tan Cutters)
- Grade B2 (Light Brown Leaf)
- Grade B3 (Heavy Dark Air-Cured)
Primary Applications
- American Blend Cigarettes
- Pipe Tobacco
- Cigar Fillers / Binders
Packaging & Container Logistics
40ft HC FCL: ~19.2 MT (96 C48 Cartons)
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