Dark Fire Cured (DFC)
Heavy-bodied dark fire-cured tobacco with an intense smoky aroma, rich natural oils, and high nicotine strength for specialized processing.
Product Overview & Blending Profile
Indian Dark Fire Cured (DFC) tobacco is cured over open hardwood smoldering fires in enclosed barns, imparting a deep dark mahogany-to-black color and an unmistakable pungent smoke aroma. Grown in traditional heavier soil belts, DFC leaves possess high elasticity, thick gum content, and high nicotine concentration demanded for premium pipe tobacco, snuff, dark cigarette formulations, and traditional cigar fillers.
Key Agronomic & Commercial Highlights
Technical & Chemical Specifications (COA Matrix)
| Parameter | Export Standard Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Nicotine Alkaloid Content | 3.0% – 4.8% |
| Reducing Sugars | < 1.0% |
| Moisture (Redried Packing) | 12.0% – 13.5% |
| Sand / Silica Content | < 2.0% max |
| Chlorides Level | < 1.2% max |
| Leaf / Particle Dimension | Whole Leaf / Hand-Tied Bundles / Strips |
| Coloration Profile | Deep Dark Brown to Blackish Mahogany |
Available Export Grades
- Grade DFC-1 (Prime Dark Leaf)
- Grade DFC-2 (Medium Heavy Body)
- Grade DFC-3 (Filler & Wrapper Grade)
Primary Applications
- Snuff & Chewing Tobacco
- Pipe Smoking Mixtures
- Dark Cigarette Blends
- Cigar Fillers & Binders
- Traditional Hookah / Tombak
Packaging & Container Logistics
40ft HC FCL: ~19.2 MT (96 C48 Cartons)
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