Hibiscus Tea

Treedha's Hibiscus Tea (Gudhal) is sourced from the fertile Ganges delta and southern growing belts of India. These regions offer ideal climatic conditions for cultivating Hibiscus sabdariffa, ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality calyces.

The careful selection of specific Indian origins is crucial for bulk buyers, as it guarantees a product with consistent flavour profiles and vibrant colour intensity. Our growers employ traditional, sustainable practices, cultivating the Roselle plants with attention to detail that is reflected in the final dried calyx quality.

Treedha offers premium tea-grade, whole dried hibiscus calyx, meticulously processed to meet exacting international standards. Our Gudhal undergoes hand-picking, careful removal of the seed capsule, and traditional sun-drying, preserving its natural attributes.

Key specifications for our premium grade focus on purity, moisture content, and vibrant colour value, indicative of high anthocyanin levels. We ensure the product is free from foreign matter, adhering to stringent limits essential for global food and beverage applications.

Treedha prioritises uncompromising quality and food safety, ensuring our Hibiscus Tea (Gudhal) complies with the most stringent international import regulations. Our processing adheres to strict protocols, guaranteeing an ethylene-oxide (EtO)-free product, a critical requirement for markets like the EU, where any detection is prohibited (EU limit of quantification 0.1 ppm for EtO and 2-chloroethanol).

All consignments are lab-tested to meet EU and US limits for maximum residue levels (MRLs) for pesticides, heavy metals, and mycotoxins, including aflatoxins. We ensure microbiological standards are met, with a common specification of 'Salmonella: Negative'. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided, detailing anthocyanin content, pesticide analysis, and microbiological results, alongside mandatory Phytosanitary Certificates issued by the National Plant Protection Organisation of India.

Global demand for Hibiscus Tea (Gudhal), known as Roselle, Flor de Jamaica, or Karkade, is robust and expanding. Key importing regions include Mexico, Germany, the United States, China, Japan, the wider EU, and North America, all seeking high-quality, certified bulk ingredients.

Demand is primarily driven by growing health and wellness trends, with consumers valuing hibiscus for its natural health benefits, rich antioxidant content, and appealing vibrant crimson hue. Its versatility as an herbal infusion, natural food colourant, and ingredient in wellness products, cosmetics, and dietary supplements further fuels its market growth.

The primary Harmonised System (HS) code for dried hibiscus calyces in international trade is 1211.90. For India-specific exports, subheadings like 12119029 (Dried Hibiscus Flower) or 12119099 (Powder and Petals) may also apply.

Treedha offers flexible bulk packing solutions designed for secure international transit and extended shelf life. Our whole dried calyx is supplied in durable, multi-wall paper bags or food-grade bulk bags, typically ranging from 5 kg to 25 kg, equipped with internal moisture barriers to protect against hygroscopic degradation. While specific minimum order quantities (MOQ) are discussed per inquiry to accommodate diverse buyer needs, our approach is designed to facilitate efficient bulk procurement. We operate on standard Incoterms, and our Hibiscus Tea boasts a shelf life of 1-2 years when stored in ambient, sealed conditions.