Sri Lanka Sourcing Guide

Import Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka to South Korea

What it takes to source Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka and bring it into South Korea: tariff treatment, import requirements, shipping times and indicative pricing, with a free route to quotes from verified exporters.

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Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka
제품실론 계피HS 0906
지표 FOB$18–38 / kggrade-dependent
Tariff routeAPTA*see below
Sea transit~3–4 wks콜롬보에서

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 (진피 (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 South Korea

Sri Lanka and South Korea are both APTA members, giving tariff concessions on listed products (a margin of preference, not full duty-free). Confirm whether your HS line is on the schedule.

An APTA Certificate of Origin is required to claim the concession.

Always confirm the current rate. Tariffs and preference schemes change. Check your exact HS line in the Korea Customs Service, and estimate duty + freight + insurance together with our 도착 가격 계산기. We don’t publish line-item tariff figures because they move and depend on your precise product and origin proof.

Import requirements for South Korea

Typical requirements for bringing Ceylon Cinnamon into South Korea include:

  • Food imports are regulated by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) with an import declaration and inspection.
  • Korean labeling, and import permits for certain agricultural products.
  • A phytosanitary / health certificate for plant and food products.

Your exporter prepares the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin; see our 수출 서류 체크리스트 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.

Shipping & lead time from Colombo

Roughly 3–4 weeks by sea from Colombo to Busan; air freight a few days for samples and premium lots. Most Ceylon Cinnamon moves FOB 콜롬보 or CIF South Korea. Agree the Incoterm up front so responsibilities are clear. Estimate ocean freight and your landed cost with the & 화물 도착 비용 계산기.

Indicative pricing

Ceylon Cinnamon is indicatively $18–38 / kg FOB, varying by grade, order volume, packaging and certification. Track current reference ranges on our 실론 상품 가격 page, then get a firm, current quote for your exact specification below.

Get quotes to import Ceylon Cinnamon into South Korea

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.

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자주 묻는 질문

Is Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka duty-free into South Korea?

Sri Lanka and South Korea are both APTA members, giving tariff concessions on listed products (a margin of preference, not full duty-free). Confirm whether your HS line is on the schedule. Confirm the exact rate for your HS line via the Korea Customs Service, or estimate your full landed cost with our 도착 가격 계산기.

What does Ceylon Cinnamon from Sri Lanka cost?

예상치로 $18–38 / kg FOB, depending on grade, volume and certification. See live ranges on our 실론 상품 가격 page, then request a firm quote.

How long does shipping from Colombo take?

Roughly 3–4 weeks by sea from Colombo to Busan; air freight a few days for samples and premium lots.

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