Premium Egyptian Basil Leaves
Aromatic. Fresh. Naturally Premium.
At Golden Roots, we proudly supply premium Egyptian Basil Leaves (Ocimum basilicum), known worldwide for their rich aroma, sweet-spicy flavor, and naturally high essential oil content.
Carefully cultivated, harvested, and gently dried, our basil leaves are processed to preserve their natural color, fragrance, and quality while meeting international export standards.
Our basil is widely used in food, beverage, herbal, and cosmetic industries worldwide — consistently meeting the demands of the most discerning global buyers.
Product Grades
Whole Basil Leaves
Carefully selected whole leaves with natural green color, strong aroma, and minimal stem content, suitable for premium herbal teas and culinary applications.
Cut Basil Leaves
Uniformly cut leaves designed for food processing, spice blends, herbal preparations, and industrial applications requiring consistent particle size.
Tea Bag Cut (TBC)
Fine, consistently processed basil cut specifically designed for tea bag production and infusion-based products.
Powder
Finely milled basil powder suitable for seasoning blends, nutraceutical formulations, food manufacturing, and cosmetic applications.
Technical Specifications
| Origin | Egypt |
| Botanical Name | Ocimum basilicum |
| Color | Natural Green |
| Moisture Content | Max 10–12% |
| Purity | High Purity – Carefully Cleaned & Sorted |
| Foreign Matter | Max 1% |
| Aroma | Sweet, Fresh, Aromatic Basil Scent |
| Forms Available | Whole Leaves, Cut Leaves, TBC, Powder |
| Crop Season | Multiple Harvests Annually |
| Availability | Available All Year Round |
| Shelf Life | Up to 24 Months Under Proper Storage |
Applications & Industries
Food Industry
Widely used in sauces, soups, spice blends, bakery products, processed foods, ready meals, and Mediterranean cuisine applications.
Beverage Industry
Used in herbal teas, botanical infusions, wellness drinks, and specialty beverage formulations.
Herbal & Wellness
Commonly used in herbal blends, natural wellness products, and botanical preparations.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Used in herbal extracts and formulations utilizing basil's naturally occurring aromatic compounds.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Used in skincare formulations, natural soaps, essential oil blends, and personal care products due to its aromatic and antioxidant properties.
Essential Oil Industry
Highly valued for basil essential oil extraction used in flavoring, fragrances, and aromatherapy applications.
Quality Assurance
- Carefully cleaned and sorted
- Naturally rich essential oil content
- Strong characteristic basil aroma
- Excellent color retention
- Controlled moisture levels
- Free from infestation and visible impurities
- Residue-monitored for export requirements
- Processed to international quality standards
Packaging & Logistics
Standard Packaging
- Food-grade PP Bags
- Multi-layer Kraft Paper Bags
Net Weight
- 10 kg per bag
- 15 kg per bag
- 20 kg per bag
- Custom packaging upon request
Container Loading
- Approx. 4–6 MT / 20ft FCL
- Approx. 10–12 MT / 40ft HC FCL
- Flexible shipping: FOB or CIF basis
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Our international sales team is ready to assist with specifications, samples, customized packaging, and export logistics tailored to your market requirements.
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