Appearance |
Thin, curled bark (quills), light to dark brown in color |
Color |
Light brown to dark brown |
Odor |
Strong, sweet, and aromatic |
Taste |
Sweet, warm, slightly spicy |
Texture |
Smooth, firm, and brittle (when broken) |
Moisture Content |
Not more than 10% |
Foreign Matter |
Not more than 1% |
Bark Quality |
Uniform thickness, free from cracks, broken pieces, or contamination |
Bulk Density |
0.40 – 0.55 g/cm³ |
Essential Oil Content |
2-5% (for Cinnamomum verum) |
Adulteration |
Free from artificial color, preservatives, and adulterants |
Insect Infestation |
Free from live/dead insects, larvae, or rodent contamination |