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한국어 Import Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka to Guatemala
What it takes to source Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka and bring it into Guatemala: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters.
Guatemala bought about US$8.7 million of Sri Lankan cinnamon in 2023 (OEC), for national spice brands and regional distribution across Central America. Fresh Ceylon Cinnamon crop typically lands May–November (peeled year-round), see the harvest calendar.
Why source Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is the home of true cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), sweeter, lower in coumarin and far more prized than the cassia sold as “cinnamon” elsewhere. Over 80% of the world’s true cinnamon comes from Sri Lanka, graded by quill quality (Alba, C5 Special, C5) with full traceability to the estate.
Forms & grades: Quills (Alba / C5 Special / C5), quillings, and ground powder. Browse current listings on our Ceylon Cinnamon category page.
Duty & tariff treatment for Guatemala
There is no trade agreement between Sri Lanka and Guatemala, so goods from Sri Lanka enter at the Central American common tariff (MFN) rate, with IVA on top.
Standard commercial documents and a certificate of origin from Sri Lanka. Confirm the current rate for your line with SAT.
Import requirements for Guatemala
Typical requirements for bringing Ceylon Cinnamon into Guatemala include:
- For Ceylon Cinnamon, a MAGA phytosanitary import permit and inspection at the port of entry.
- A phytosanitary certificate from Sri Lanka’s National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS).
- Packaged food may need MSPAS sanitary registration and Spanish labelling under the Central American technical regulations; confirm for your product.
Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our export documents checklist for the full set.
Certificates this market asks for
Lists of Sri Lankan suppliers holding each one, taken from the scheme’s own public register. A certificate covers named products, so our Trade Desk confirms it covers your order.
- FSSC 22000 certified suppliersGFSI food safety, asked for by most importers and retailers
- BRCGS, ISO 22000 and HACCP suppliersfood safety schemes on certifier registers
- All certificationsevery scheme we track, with live counts
Shipping & lead time from Colombo
Roughly 5–7 weeks by sea from Colombo to Puerto Quetzal or Santo Tomás de Castilla (approximate; confirm with your forwarder). Most Ceylon Cinnamon moves FOB Colombo or CIF Guatemala. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the freight & landed-cost calculator.
Indicative pricing
Ceylon Cinnamon is indicatively $18–38 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our Ceylon commodity prices page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.
Get quotes to import Ceylon Cinnamon into Guatemala
Tell us your grade, volume and destination. We’ll match you with verified Sri Lankan Ceylon Cinnamon exporters and get you firm FOB/CIF quotes, free, no obligation.
Request quotes →Want to check quality first? Order a sample. Or, for a Sri Lankan grocery store, see grocery wholesale.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka duty-free into Guatemala?
There is no trade agreement between Sri Lanka and Guatemala, so goods from Sri Lanka enter at the Central American common tariff (MFN) rate, with IVA on top. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the SAT Guatemala, or estimate your full landed cost with our landed-cost calculator.
What does Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka cost?
Indicatively $18–38 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our Ceylon commodity prices page, then request a firm quote.
How long does shipping from Colombo take?
Roughly 5–7 weeks by sea from Colombo to Puerto Quetzal or Santo Tomás de Castilla (approximate; confirm with your forwarder).
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