Basil Sweet Leaves
Product Description
FitTree’s Sweet Basil Leaves are sourced from the finest organic farms and harvested at peak maturity to ensure a high concentration of essential oils. Known as the “King of Herbs,” this variety (Ocimum basilicum) offers a distinctively sweet, peppery, and slightly minty profile. Whether you are creating a traditional Genovese-style pesto or looking for antioxidant-rich functional herbs, our basil provides the culinary depth and health benefits modern consumers demand.
Naturally dried, tender green leaves with a strong,
sweet aroma and a slightly peppery flavor. Popular in culinary,
herbal teas, and traditional remedies.
Assured
Export
Tested
Natural
Certified
Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Thin, flat, and slightly curled leaves |
| Color | Light to dark green |
| Odor | Strong, sweet, and aromatic |
| Flavor | Sweet, slightly peppery, and tangy |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 8% |
| Size | 2–4 cm long, uniform texture |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Volatile Oil Content | ≥ 0.8% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 6% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | Compliant with food safety standards |
Packaging & Shipping Details
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Packing:
- Food-grade polybags, kraft paper bags, or HDPE bags.
- Common sizes: 10kg, 20kg, 25kg, and 50kg.
- Customized vacuum or retail packaging available upon request.
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and strong odors.
- Up to 24 months under optimal storage conditions.
- 20ft Container: Up to 6 MT (Metric Tons)
- 40ft Container: Up to 12 MT (Metric Tons)
Product Description
FitTree's Premium Sweet Basil Leaves are harvested from selected cultivars (often the Genovese or Broad-leaf varieties) grown in nutrient-rich soils that enhance their aromatic complexity. Unlike standard grades that can be brownish or stalky, we prioritize Prime Leaf Quality. We harvest the plant just before flowering to ensure the sweetest flavor profile, then shade-dry the leaves to lock in the volatile oils like Linalool and Eugenol.
At Fittree International, we ensure a "Clean & Pure" product. Our basil undergoes mechanical sieving and gravity separation to remove stems, dust, and yellowed leaves. Whether you require "Rubbed" basil for pizza toppings or "Ground" basil for sauce formulations, our stock delivers the authentic Mediterranean taste and consistent visual appeal required by top-tier food manufacturers.
Key Features & Health Benefits
- Authentic Culinary Grade: Ideal for chefs and home cooks seeking heritage recipes and Mediterranean diet staples.
- Functional Health: Naturally rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and anti-inflammatory compounds. High search volume for "herbs for gut health" and "immune-boosting spices."
- Sustainable & Clean Label: 100% natural, non-irradiated, and free from artificial additives or pesticides.
- Culinary: Essential for Pesto alla Genovese, marinades, pasta sauces, and infused olive oils.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Basil Sweet Leaves — answered by our export team.
Ocimum basilicum: minimum 0.5–1.0% volatile oil with linalool (25–50%) and estragole (15–25%) as primary components, by GC-MS at NABL labs. The linalool-rich chemotype delivers the sweet, floral aroma valued in European culinary and essential oil markets.
Whole dried Basil Leaves (premium visual grade), Cut & Sifted (C&S), Basil Powder (fine 60 mesh), and Basil Essential Oil (linalool/methyl chavicol types). Organic certified variants from Gujarat and Rajasthan farms available.
MOQ: 100 kg dried leaves, 50 kg powder. Trial orders of 50 kg for verified culinary spice importers and essential oil buyers. Primary markets: EU (Italy, Germany, Netherlands), USA, UAE, and Australia.
Pesticide residues (EU MRL compliant — strict EU MRL requirements for basil), heavy metals, aflatoxin, volatile oil (GC-MS), estragole content (under EU monitoring), and microbial parameters per batch. NABL COA accompanies every shipment.
Our Sweet Basil maintains estragole at typical natural levels (15–25% of volatile oil). Estragole is measured by GC-MS per batch and confirmed within EFSA safe exposure guidelines. Batch-wise measurement data available on request.
Italian cuisine (pesto, pizza, pasta), Mediterranean cooking, herbal tea, flavor and fragrance manufacturing, natural cosmetics, and aromatherapy. Basil essential oil used in beverages, confectionery, oral care, and personal care.
