Ground cinnamon is the dried inner bark of Cinnamomum species, milled into a warm, sweet spice used across the herb and spice category. In food and beverage production it delivers flavour and aroma to baked goods, confectionery, beverages and savoury blends, and it also acts as a natural preservative through its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. It carries no E-number, as it is a traditional ingredient rather than an additive.
Manufacturers use ground cinnamon in bakery, cereal, snack, dairy and beverage applications, often where a consistent, free-flowing powder is needed for dry blending. It is insoluble in water but disperses readily in dry mixes and oil-based systems. The powder should be stored cool and dry, away from strong odours, since it loses volatile aroma over time. Its compliance falls under Reg. 396/2005 and Reg. 2023/915.
| Appearance | Fine, loose, dry brown powder. |
| Shelf life | 24 months, unopened |
| Storage | Cool, dry place |
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Moisture | <=12% |
| Ash | <=6% |
| Coumarin | <50mg/kg (EU limit for cassia) |
| Pesticide MRL | Per specification |
| Heavy metals | Per specification |
QC requirements shown apply to every destination or to the EU. Lot-specific results (assay, moisture, pH, microbiological and heavy-metal testing) vary by production batch and are supplied on the Certificate of Analysis for each shipment.
Yes. Every shipment of Ground Cinnamon comes with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis. If you need further documents, such as an allergen or GMO declaration or a certificate of origin, tell us at the enquiry stage and we will confirm what is available.
Storage: Cool, dry place. Shelf life: 24 months, unopened.
The certifications associated with Ground Cinnamon include FSSC 22000, CNAS CoA, Pesticide MRL screen, Coumarin test. Tell us which certification your audit requires and we will confirm what can be provided before you order.
In most cases, yes. Tell us your target volume and application on the contact form and we'll confirm sample availability along with indicative pricing and lead time.