Product Name: Dried Basil Leaves

Family: Lamiaceae

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

Common Names: Dried Basil | Dry Basil | Egyptian Basil Leaves

Cultivation: Conventional (common), available with or without EU pesticide residue testing according to the destination country’s requirements.

HS Code: 1211.90.00

MOQ: 1 × 20′ FCL load, 6 MT

Origin: Egypt

Crop:  May – Sept.

Introduction

Source your next container of dried basil directly from Egypt — available as Crushed, TBC, or Powder, processed to meet your exact specifications for spice blending, meat processing, tea blending, or essential oil distillation.

For years, our family worked commercially with Ocimum basilicum in the Egyptian local market, building practical experience in its handling and processing. We learned that quality starts with careful processing — preserving the basil’s natural color, aroma, and essential oils through proper drying and preparation.

Every lot is mechanically cleaned and hand-sorted before shipment. Pesticide residue testing is available with or without analysis, according to the requirements of the destination country. EU-compliant pesticide residue testing is available when required.

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Looking for the seed rather than the leaf? See our bulk basil seeds — for beverage and food manufacturing.

 Available Forms

Choose the form that best matches your processing requirements:

Crushed Basil — 2–4 mm or 4–6 mm cuts, for spice blends, Italian seasoning, pizza toppings, and catering packs

Basil TBC (Tea Bag Cut) — sized for herbal infusion and tea bag filling lines

Basil Powder — fine mesh for industrial seasoning, sauces, soups, and coating systems where visible leaf is not wanted

Quality & Certifications

We stand behind the quality of our dried basil because we build long-term supply partnerships.

For independent verification, we accept third-party inspection by SGS or another inspection company of your choice, at the buyer’s expense.

Our certificates and registrations include:

• NFSA registered with the Egyptian Food Safety Authority
• ISO 9001 & ISO 22000 certified for quality and food safety management
• FDA, DUNS, GACC (China), and MFDS (Korea) registered

These certificates and registrations support your import and compliance requirements.

Beyond certificates, we rely on our family experience and reputation. Our roots in the herb trade go back to 1960, beginning with our grandfather. We protect that reputation with every shipment and seek lasting relationships with importers.

Shipping, Export Coordination & Documentation

Shipping & Logistics:

• FOB, CFR, and CIF Incoterms, with loading from Port Said, Alexandria, Damietta, and Sokhna ports
• Cost-effective shipping arrangements through our freight partners

Export Documentation:

• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Certificate of Origin (COO)
• Official Phytosanitary Certificate
• Bill of Lading (BL)
• Pesticide residue analysis when required by the destination country
• Fumigation Certificate when required
• War Risk Insurance policy for 40′ containers, covered by EIC

Silica gel is placed inside the container to help control humidity and protect the quality of the dried basil during transit.

Packaging, Shelf Life & Storage

Packing Configurations:

• 20-25 kg food-grade PP or kraft paper bags — for crushed, TBC, and powder
• Customized B2B packing available on request

Shelf Life: Up to 24 months when stored under recommended conditions.

Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry environment below 20°C, protected from direct sunlight and humidity. Colour and aroma degrade fastest with light and humidity exposure, so packaging integrity matters more than the calendar date.

Supply Capacity & What Affects Dried Basil Price

Supply Capacity:

• MOQ: 1 × 20′ FCL, 6 metric tons. Dried Basil has very low bulk density, so a container fills by volume long before it reaches weight capacity.
• Regular monthly shipping availability
• Contract-based programs for continuous annual-volume supply

What Affects Dried Basil Price:

• Product form and cut size — finer cuts and TBC require additional sieving
• Purity grade level
• Order volume
• Packaging configuration
• Timing of the order relative to the harvest season

Because dried basil price varies according to these factors, we quote each shipment individually rather than publish a fixed rate. For better planning, check our Egyptian Herbs, Spices, Seeds & Legumes Harvest Calendar to understand seasonal timing. Send us your specifications and destination port for an accurate quotation within 24 hours.

Who This Product Is For

Our dried basil supply is intended for B2B clients purchasing by full container load (FCL) for manufacturing, processing, and commercial use.

• Crushed Basil → Spice blending companies producing Italian seasoning, pizza blends, and herbes de Provence
• Basil TBC → Tea and infusion blenders filling single-serve and herbal blends
• Basil Powder → Soup, sauce, and ready-meal manufacturers, snack coating producers
• All forms → Meat processors producing sausages, marinades and prepared meals; essential oil distillers extracting basil oil

We supply FCL quantities to commercial buyers and do not serve retail or direct-to-consumer orders.

Request a Quote or Sample

1. Share your dried basil specifications, including form, cut size, purity, pesticide testing requirements, and application.
2. Confirm your order volume and destination port (POD).
3. Receive a customized quotation and estimated lead time.
4. Review and approve the sample before shipment — through a factory visit, a video showing the actual basil sample, or a physical sample sent to you when needed.
5. Proceed with your first container once the specifications and sample are approved.

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Know more about our Process

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FAQs

Q1. Who are we? We are a third-generation family business established in 2007, with family roots in the herb trade going back to 1960. We process our products in two facilities: manual processing for delicate products and mechanized sorting and processing.

Q2. What is the difference between dried basil and basil seed? Different products from the same plant. Dried basil is the leaf — aromatic, used as a culinary herb and in seasoning blends. Basil seed is the seed, bought for its gelling property in beverages. If you need the seed, see our bulk basil seeds page.

Q3. Which cut size should I order? 2–4 mm suits fine spice blends and sauces; 4–6 mm gives more visible leaf in toppings and catering packs; TBC is sized for tea bag filling; powder is for applications where no visible leaf is wanted. Send us your application, or a sample of what you currently buy, and we will recommend.

Q4. Is Egyptian basil the same as Holy basil? No. Egyptian basil is Ocimum basilicum, while Holy basil (Tulsi) is Ocimum tenuiflorum. They are different basil products with different botanical names, characteristics, and aroma profiles.

Q5. What is the MOQ? One 20′ FCL, 6 metric tons. Dried basil has very low bulk density, so a container reaches its volume limit long before its weight limit — that is normal for leaf herbs and is factored into our loading and pricing.

Q6. Do you provide pesticide residue documentation? Yes. Our basil is grown within EU residue limits, and we supply analysis reports on request, along with the full export document set.

Q7. How can I verify and follow my order before shipment? You can verify your order through a factory visit, video verification, or third-party inspection such as SGS at the buyer’s expense. You can also follow your shipment through our export process. Know more about our Process, you can learn more about our Process from this link

Q8. Do you seek long-term relationships with buyers? Yes. We serve customers across 21 countries spanning the Americas, Africa, Europe, Asia, the Gulf region, and Australia. We want every first shipment, and every shipment that follows, to strengthen trust and build a lasting partnership.

Q9. Do you supply the local market? No. We supply export markets only.