Medicinal Herbs
Hibiscus sabdariffa L. · الكركديه
Origin
Aswan, Egypt
Form
Whole Flower / Powder
MOQ
5 MT
Packing
PP Bags 20–25 kg / Cartons
Product Overview
Egyptian hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) from the Aswan region stands as the world's premium grade, distinguished by its intensely deep crimson color, bold tart flavor, and exceptionally high anthocyanin concentration. The hot, arid climate of Upper Egypt produces calyces with unmatched color intensity — typically achieving 3–5 times the anthocyanin levels of hibiscus grown in tropical regions.
HS Herbs supplies whole dried hibiscus calyces and fine hibiscus powder, both hand-harvested and sun-dried using traditional Nubian methods refined over centuries. Our hibiscus undergoes color-sorting, de-stemming, and laboratory analysis to ensure consistent color values (typically 50–70 on the color scale), acidity levels, and microbiological compliance.
Widely demanded for herbal tea infusions, beverage concentrates, natural food coloring, nutraceutical supplements, and cosmetic applications, Egyptian hibiscus from HS Herbs delivers the deep red brilliance and sharp flavor profile that global buyers expect.
Technical Specifications
| Botanical Name | Hibiscus sabdariffa L. |
|---|---|
| Part Used | Dried calyces |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Moisture | ≤ 12% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Admixture (Stems) | ≤ 2% |
| Anthocyanin Content | ≥ 1.5% |
| Acidity (as Citric Acid) | 15–20% |
| Color | Deep crimson to dark burgundy |
| Aroma | Tart, fruity, cranberry-like |
| Taste | Sour, tangy, refreshing |
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 1 × 10⁶ CFU/g |
|---|---|
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 1 × 10⁴ CFU/g |
| E. coli | Negative / 1g |
| Salmonella | Negative / 25g |
| Coliforms | ≤ 1 × 10³ CFU/g |
| Aflatoxins (B1) | ≤ 5 µg/kg |
| Aflatoxins (Total) | ≤ 10 µg/kg |
| Pesticide Residues | Compliant with EU MRLs |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 mg/kg |
| Irradiation | Non-irradiated |
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