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Indian Bay Leaf
Cinnamomum tamala · Tejpatta · Malabar Leaf · Indian Cassia Leaf
Tejpatta — the Indian bay leaf with a distinct cinnamon-clove character. PAX Herbal supplies whole and broken dried Indian bay leaves with 1%+ volatile oil and uniform green colour. Both Cinnamomum tamala and Laurus nobilis (European bay) available.
About This Product
Indian Bay Leaf (Tejpatta)
Indian bay leaf (Cinnamomum tamala), called Tejpatta, is commonly confused with European bay leaf (Laurus nobilis) — but they are distinct plants with different aromas. Tejpatta has a characteristic cinnamon-clove aroma (due to its relation to the Cinnamomum family) rather than the eucalyptus-herbal aroma of Mediterranean Laurus. Both are used extensively in cooking, but Indian bay leaf is the defining flavouring leaf in North Indian biryanis, dals and meat dishes.
PAX Herbal supplies whole dried tejpatta leaves and broken grades. Leaves are hand-sorted for uniform green colour, free from yellowing and excessive broken material. Volatile oil content (1%+) is tested. European Laurus nobilis bay is also available as an alternative for buyers requiring the Mediterranean type.
Key Specifications
- Volatile Oil1%+
- ColourUniform green
- Moisture<12%
- OriginNorth India (Uttarakhand / HP)
- FormsWhole / Broken
- Pack Size10–25 kg bags
- MOQ250 kg
- Lead Time7–14 Days
Available Grades
Grades & Specifications
| Grade | Volatile Oil | Form | Moisture | Pack | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Whole Leaf | 1%+ | Whole uniform green | <12% | 10–25kg bags | Retail, biryani, premium food |
| Standard Whole | 1%+ | Whole leaf | <12% | 25kg bags | Food processing, service |
| Broken Grade | 1%+ | Broken pieces | <12% | 25kg bags | Essential oil, extract |
| Laurus nobilis (EU Bay) | 1.5%+ | Whole European bay | <12% | 10–25kg bags | European cuisine, retail |
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End Uses
Applications & Industries
Biryani & Rice
The defining whole spice in North Indian biryani and pulao — added whole to the rice while cooking.
Soups & Stews
Used in Indian dals, meat stews, slow-cooked dishes and bouquet garni in European cooking.
Meat Dishes
Essential in marinades, braises and slow-cooked meat preparations.
Essential Oil
Bay leaf essential oil (eugenol-rich) used in fragrance and flavour industry applications.
Food Processing
Used in curry bases, ready-meal sauces and pickle formulations.
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