Cassia Bark Powder

Cassia Bark Powder — Natural Cinnamon Extract for Food, Nutraceutical & Industrial Applications

Shaanxi Hongda Phytochemistry Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer and seller of Cassia Bark Powder from Cinnamomum cassia Presl with specifications from Cinnamon Polyphenols 10-30% to 10:1 extract ratios. The powder is a brown-yellow powder, partially soluble in water and fully soluble in alcohol. Annual output is 3,000 tons from a 20,000 m2 plant, and is supported by Kosher, Halal, BRC, Organic, FDA, ISO9001, and ISO22000 Certifications. Hongda supplies buyers in Europe, North America, Asia, Vietnam and Switzerland with delivery times of 3-7 days and 25 kg/drum Packaging.

COA

High quality cassia bark extract factory

Product Introduction

Cassia Bark Powder is the comminuted form of dried inner bark from Cinnamomum cassia, also known as Chinese Cinnamon. It differs clearly from Ceylon Cinnamon — Cassia contains cinnamaldehyde levels often exceeding 85% of its volatile oil profile, producing a pungent, spicy-sweet character preferred in industrial processing.

The powder offers high thermal aromatic stability, making it structurally suited for baking, extrusion, and encapsulation processes. Its cellular matrix encapsulates volatile oils, releasing flavor slowly even at temperatures above 200°C.

For B2B buyers, the key distinction is unadulterated material versus low-grade "spent" bark — bark from which essential oils have already been extracted. Hongda supplies only primary-grade material with verified volatile oil content between 1.5% and 4.0% (v/w).

Third-Party Test Report

Hongda partners with SGS and Eurofins for independent third-party testing. Every batch is verified before shipment.

Tests conducted include:

· Pesticide residue detection

· Heavy metals (Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic)

· Coumarin content quantification via HPLC

· Microbiology analysis including Salmonella and Aerobic Plate Count (APC)

· Volatile oil content via hydrodistillation

· Natural origin reports and nutrition labeling

All results are traceable per batch and available upon request.

Advantages

Verified Active Content

Polyphenol content is confirmed between 10–30% with consistent type-A polymer bio-markers. This matters directly for nutraceutical manufacturers who need reproducible dosing.

Superior Flavor Retention Under Heat

The powder's natural cellular structure holds volatile oils stable above 200°C. Liquid oleoresins flash off during baking — this powder does not.

Strict Microbial Control

Steam sterilization (HTST) achieves a 5-log pathogen reduction without significantly degrading volatile oil content. Salmonella is tested negative on every production batch.

Regulatory-Ready for EU and US Markets

Coumarin content is quantified via HPLC. Customers exporting to the EU can calculate total coumarin contribution against EC No 1334/2008 limits (e.g., 15 mg/kg for fine bakery ware) with confidence.

Particle Size Flexibility

Standard 60-mesh for bakery texture; 100–120 mesh micronized grade available for beverages and dairy to prevent sedimentation.

Applications

Industrial Bakery and Confectionery

Used in cinnamon rolls, spiced cookies, and flavored breads. The powder's thermal stability sustains sensory profiles through high-heat baking where liquid alternatives degrade.

Meat Processing and Savory Blends

Included in Five Spice blends, curry formulations, and processed meat rubs. Cinnamaldehyde provides mild antimicrobial activity, supporting shelf life in cured meats and seasoning mixes stored in humid conditions.

Nutraceuticals and Glycemic Support

Encapsulated for blood glucose regulation and insulin sensitivity support. Requires consistent polyphenol markers and strict heavy metal compliance — both verified by Hongda's QC protocol.

Beverages and Dairy

Micronized grades (100–120 mesh) improve suspension and mouthfeel in instant drinks and dairy blends without gritty texture.

Production Process

Raw bark is sourced from traceable Cinnamomum cassia growing regions and inspected by agronomists at Hongda's Chinese medicinal material planting base.

Processing steps include: bark selection → moisture control → comminution and milling → mesh-size classification → steam sterilization (HTST) → QC testing → packaging.

Each stage is handled in a 100,000-level purification workshop. Over 150 workshop technicians manage production across 10+ modern lines. HPLC, GC, and UV equipment confirm active content and volatile oil profiles before any batch is released.

Why Choose Us?

· Established manufacturer since 2001 with 20,000 m² facility and 3,000-ton annual capacity

· SGS standardized laboratory with 20+ R&D and testing personnel on-site

· Full certification stack: Kosher, Halal, BRC, Organic, FDA, ISO9001, ISO22000, cGMP, FSSC22000

· Third-party verified by SGS and Eurofins on every key safety parameter

· 3–7 working day delivery with sufficient warehouse inventory across six dedicated storage zones

· Traceability from raw material through planting base management to finished product testing

OEM / ODM Support

Hongda supports full OEM and ODM customization for buyers who need branded or specification-specific products.

Available formats include powder, mixed powder, capsules (soft and hard), tablets, and premixed blends. Packaging is customizable with your label, bag type, and net weight requirements.

The minimum standard pack is 25 kg/drum, 27 drums per pallet. Sample sizes from 20–100g are available in aluminum foil bags for evaluation. Large-volume orders qualify for pricing adjustments.

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FAQ

Q1: How can I know your goods is not old material?

A: Spent bark is lighter in colour and contains less than 0.5% volatile oil. We examine the sample for alcohol soluble extract and hydrodistillation. Complete test documentation is provided for each batch.

Q2. What mesh size do I need for my application?

A: Use 60 mesh for bread products where some texture is okay. 100–120 mesh minimises grittiness and promotes suspension for drinks and dairy products.

Q3: How is microbiological safety accomplished?

A: HTST steam sterilisation kills 5 logs of germs. Each batch is tested for Salmonella (negative), APC (≤100,000 CFU/g) prior to shipment.

Q4. How does coumarin impact the compliance of EU products?

A: EU Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008 limits coumarin in fine bakery ware to 15 mg/kg. We measure Coumarin by HPLC and provide the data so you can calculate total contribution in your completed product.

Q5: What is the shelf life and storage method?

A: 24 months shelf life when stored in dry conditions, below 20°C, in airtight poly-lined packings. Oxidation by air or heat converts the flavour intensity to cinnamic acid.

Q6: Do you have special polyphenol specifications?

Q: Yes. Available for polyphenol content norm 10–30%. If your formulation requires a certain concentration, please contact our team for feasibility and MOQ.

Contact Us

Do you have more questions about Cassia Bark Powder? Reach out to our team at duke@hongdaherb.com to request samples, COA documents, or a custom quote for your next order.