Description
Key attributes
Ceylon black tea made by the CTC (crush, tear, curl) method, in BP1, PF1, PD and Dust grades. CTC tea gives a quick, strong, coloured brew and is mainly used in tea bags.
Final specification is agreed against a sample. Minimum order 1,000 kg per grade. Price on request through the SriLankaExport trade desk.
About the grades
BP1 (Broken Pekoe One) is the largest CTC particle. PF1 (Pekoe Fannings One) is smaller and brews quickly. PD (Pekoe Dust) and Dust are the smallest grades and give the fastest, strongest color. Packers often blend grades to balance strength and speed of brewing.
What to tell us for a quote
- Grade or grades, and the quantity of each, from 1,000 kg per grade
- Your target cup: strength, color and brewing time
- Packing format for bulk shipment
- Destination port and shipment date
Quality and documents
Samples are sent first, and the final specification is agreed against the sample you approve. Each lot can be tested by an independent laboratory before shipment. Export documents are arranged with the shipment. Lead time is confirmed with the quotation.
Certification and compliance: USDA-certified organic supply · Rainforest Alliance certified supply available · FSSC 22000 (GFSI) certified processing available · Fairtrade certified supply available. Tell us what your market requires and we confirm the certificate for your order.










