10 Signs You’re Getting Premium Branch Cut Cassia – Not Just Cheap Bark

Table of Contents

1. Introduction: Why Quality Matters in Branch Cut Cassia
2. Sign #1: Volatile Oil (VO) ≥ 2.5% Confirmed by COA
3. Sign #2: Uniform Sizing Between 2–8 cm
4. Sign #3: Clean, Deep Reddish-Brown Color
5. Sign #4: Consistent Bark Thickness (0.3–0.6 cm)
6. Sign #5: Low Moisture Content for Shelf Stability
7. Sign #6: Free from Dust, Bark Scrap, and Insect Damage
8. Sign #7: Packed in PE-Lined, Food-Grade Export Cartons
9. Sign #8: Full Export Documentation with Traceability
10. Sign #9: Harvested and Sourced from Certified Growing Regions
11. Sign #10: Pre-Shipment Photos and QA Proof Provided
12. Final Checklist: How Tinimex Ensures Premium Cassia Quality
13. Contact Tinimex – Verified Exporter of Branch Cut Cassia

1. Introduction: Why Quality Matters in Branch Cut Cassia

Branch cut cassia is used in food, beverage, and essential oil applications where aroma strength, purity, and stability are critical. However, many exporters offer bark that looks similar but fails to meet industry standards.

Let’s break down the 10 signs that prove you’re buying true premium branch cut cassia, not low-grade, filler-grade bark.

2. Sign #1: Volatile Oil (VO) ≥ 2.5% Confirmed by COA

High VO content means higher aroma, better flavor, and increased value in both food and pharma applications. Premium cassia should show ≥ 2.5% VO on the COA.

branch cut cassia COA with 2.7% VO: Certified test result from Tinimex lab for premium cassia batch

3. Sign #2: Uniform Sizing Between 2–8 cm

Low-grade batches mix long, curled, broken bark. Premium cassia is:

• Cut consistently between 2–8 cm
• Avoids extreme variation
• Easy to dose and package

4. Sign #3: Clean, Deep Reddish-Brown Color

Color is often overlooked, but it signals harvest maturity and drying technique.

• High-grade cassia has a deep, rich tone
• Faded or grayish bark suggests poor processing or over-storage

5. Sign #4: Consistent Bark Thickness (0.3–0.6 cm)

Standardized thickness ensures:

• Stable moisture levels
• Predictable steeping and infusion rates
• Higher yield in oil or extract applications

6. Sign #5: Low Moisture Content for Shelf Stability

Moisture above 13% invites:

• Mold, fungal growth, and microbial risk
• Higher shipping weight

Premium cassia maintains 10–12% moisture max.

7. Sign #6: Free from Dust, Bark Scrap, and Insect Damage

Premium cassia is:

• Brushed, sorted, and visually clean
• Free from wood chips and dirt
• Fully sun-dried and stored in sealed, dry environments

clean branch cut cassia comparison: Tinimex batch vs lower-grade cassia showing visual clarity

8. Sign #7: Packed in PE-Lined, Food-Grade Export Cartons

Low-quality bark is packed in:

• Open sacks
• Recycled boxes without lining

Premium exporters use:

• PE-lined, 10–20 kg cartons
• Labels with format, batch code, and origin

9. Sign #8: Full Export Documentation with Traceability

Each batch from Tinimex includes:

• COA, invoice, packing list
• Phytosanitary and fumigation certs
• Batch code with origin

Image 3 – labeled cassia export carton: Tinimex carton with label showing grade, size, and traceable code

10. Sign #9: Harvested and Sourced from Certified Growing Regions

Tinimex sources from Yen Bai and Quang Nam—Vietnam’s best cassia-growing provinces.

• Grown without chemical accelerants
• Harvested during peak aroma cycle
• Traceable to farm-level sourcing

11. Sign #10: Pre-Shipment Photos and QA Proof Provided

Before loading, buyers receive:

• Photos of product and packaging
• Batch photos from QA inspection
• Optional third-party verification

12. Final Checklist: How Tinimex Ensures Premium Cassia Quality

✅ High VO (≥2.5%) and low moisture (≤12%)
✅ Uniform sizing, deep color, and clean sorting
✅ Export-ready packaging and full certification
✅ Transparent pre-shipment inspection

13. Contact Tinimex – Verified Exporter of Branch Cut Cassia

TINIMEX CO., LTD
🏢 4th Floor, No. 40 Ngo Gia Tu Street, Duc Giang Ward, Long Bien District, Ha Noi, Vietnam
📧 info@tinimex.com
🌐 https://tinimex.com
📞 +84 36 680 8683 (WhatsApp / Zalo)

Why Tinimex:

• Trusted by importers in 20+ countries
• High-grade cassia only
• 100% documented and traceable exports

Internal Links:

• Buyer’s Guide to Avoiding Cassia Mistakes
• Top Importer Benefits of Our Branch Cut Cassia

External Link:

• FAO Spice Quality Manual