Leaves / Ground / Whole thyme from Sinai, Egypt — premium export quality for B2B buyers
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Medicinal Herbs

Egyptian Thyme

Thymus vulgaris — زعتر

Origin

Sinai, Egypt

Form

Leaves / Ground / Whole

MOQ

5 MT

Packing

PP Bags / Cartons

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ISO 9001
ISO 22000
HACCP
FDA Registered
Halal (on request)

Egyptian thyme (Thymus vulgaris) from Sinai is supplied as leaves, ground, and whole. Sinai's dry climate and well-drained soils suit an aromatic shrub whose commercial value lies in its volatile oil, and the reliable dry harvest window allows the leaf to be dried quickly enough to preserve it.

Whole and leaf forms are specified where the buyer grinds close to use or where the material is visible in the finished product. Ground thyme is supplied where the process requires it, with the standard caution that a powder loses aroma faster than whole leaf and removes the possibility of visual verification.

Thyme is used in culinary seasoning and spice blends, in meat and convenience-food manufacture, in herbal infusions, and in botanical extraction. Across the Middle East it is also a core component of traditional za'atar blends, where consistency of aroma and leaf appearance between deliveries is the buying criterion.

Material is cleaned to remove stalk and field matter, and each shipment is accompanied by a certificate of analysis for the lot supplied. Volatile oil content can be made a contractual parameter where aroma strength governs your product. Specifications are available upon request and can be tailored to buyer requirements. FOB Alexandria with the full export documentation set; packaging options can be discussed based on order requirements. Samples available for evaluation against your own criteria.

Specifications

Botanical NameThymus vulgaris
Plant PartLeaves and stems
HS Code (HS 2022)0910.99
Harvest SeasonApril – June
AppearanceDried small leaves on stems, greyish-green
ColourGreyish-green
OdourStrong characteristic thyme
Moisture≤ 12%
Volatile Oil≥ 1.0% v/w
Total Ash≤ 15%
Acid-Insoluble Ash≤ 4%
Foreign Matter≤ 1%
Shelf Life24 months from production date
StorageCool, dry place below 25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture

Figures are the limits of our standard export grade. Each lot ships with its own certificate of analysis, and tighter or customer-specific limits can be agreed. Microbiological, heavy-metal and pesticide-residue parameters are agreed per contract against the destination market's requirements and reported on the certificate of analysis.

HS codes are the international 6-digit HS 2022 subheadings. National tariff lines extend them and classification can vary by destination and product form, so confirm the applicable code with your customs broker.

Quality Assurance

How every shipment is checked

Every lot

Certificate of analysis

Each shipment is accompanied by a certificate of analysis for the lot supplied.

Certified facility

ISO 22000 · ISO 9001 · HACCP

Processed in an ISO 22000 and ISO 9001 certified, HACCP compliant, FDA registered facility.

Agreed in writing

Your specification

The contractual specification is agreed with the buyer before shipment, including cut size and packing.

Certificates and the full export documentation set are available to buyers on request.

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Frequently Asked

Thyme FAQ

Where is HS Herbs Thyme sourced from?
HS Herbs sources its Thyme from Sinai, Egypt, working directly with local farmers and processing facilities, and ships each lot with its own certificate of analysis.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Thyme?
The minimum order quantity for Thyme is 5 MT. For sample requests, please contact our export team.
What forms of Thyme are available?
Thyme is available in Leaves / Ground / Whole. Custom specifications can be discussed with our team.
What packaging options are available?
Standard packaging for Thyme includes PP Bags / Cartons. Custom packaging and private labeling options are available upon request.
What certifications does HS Herbs hold?
HS Herbs is ISO 22000 and ISO 9001 certified, HACCP compliant, and FDA Registered. The Halal certificate is available on request. We provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) and phytosanitary documentation with every shipment.

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