Direct Origin: India (AP & Karnataka Belts)
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ORT-IND-EXPSun-Cured Aromatic LeafOrigin: India (Select Micro-climate Pockets)

Oriental / Aromatic Tobacco

Sun-cured aromatic oriental leaf prized for distinct spice notes, subtle sweetness, and low nicotine content in premium brand formulations.

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Export Availability Snapshot
Packaging Format:Pressed export bales or specialty cartons
Crop Year:Seasonal Crop
Minimum Order:1 x 20ft FCL (~10 Metric Tons)
Incoterms:FOB Chennai/Vizag, CIF Global

Product Overview & Blending Profile

Indian Oriental (Sun-Cured) tobacco varieties offer distinct aromatic complexity, delicate leaf texture, and mild nicotine profiles. These leaves are sun-cured in arid zones, concentrating natural essential oils and aromatic resins essential for enhancing fragrance and smoothness.

Key Agronomic & Commercial Highlights

High natural aromatic resin concentration
Mild nicotine level (< 1.2%)
Distinct sweet and spicy aroma profile
Small-to-medium leaf architecture

Technical & Chemical Specifications (COA Matrix)

ParameterExport Standard Benchmark
Nicotine Alkaloid Content0.8% – 1.4%
Reducing Sugars6.0% – 14.0%
Moisture (Redried Packing)12.0% – 13.0%
Sand / Silica Content< 2.0%
Chlorides Level< 1.0%
Leaf / Particle DimensionSun-cured small-medium leaves
Coloration ProfileGolden Yellow to Light Greenish Yellow

Available Export Grades

  • Oriental Grade A (Prime Aroma)
  • Oriental Grade B (Standard Blend)

Primary Applications

  • English & Turkish Blends
  • Shisha & Molasses Formulations
  • Premium Smoking Mixtures
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Packaging & Container Logistics

Standard Export Packaging:
Pressed export bales or specialty cartons
Packaging Options:
Reinforced export cartons (150-180 kg) • Poly-lined specialty bales
Container Loading Capacity:
20ft FCL: ~8.8 - 9.6 MT (44-48 C48 Cartons)
40ft HC FCL: ~19.2 MT (96 C48 Cartons)
Sample Evaluation Terms:
Pre-shipment sample dispatch upon formal RFQ

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