1867
James Taylor planted 19 acres at Loolecondera estate near Kandy, starting commercial tea growing.
Ceylon tea wholesale
Ceylon tea, supplied for U.S. retailers and brands.
Ceylon tea has been grown in Sri Lanka's hill country since 1867. We source it directly from experienced producers, check each order, and prepare it for the U.S. market, whether you want a ready-to-sell product or your own private label.
Key facts
A long record of quality.
1873
The first shipment of Ceylon tea, 23 pounds, reached London.
1965
Sri Lanka became the world's largest tea exporter.
Today
Tea and spices remain among Sri Lanka's leading export categories.
What we supply
Ready to sell, or ready for your label.
Black tea
Loose leaf, tea bags and bulk.
Green tea
Loose leaf and tea bags.
Flavored and blended tea
Loose leaf and tea bags.
Herbal teas
Tea bags and loose blends.
Trade grades such as BOP, BOPF and OP describe leaf size and style.
How ordering works
Five simple steps.
- 1
Tell us your needs
Type, format, volume and target price.
- 2
Review samples
We send samples for you to approve.
- 3
Confirm in writing
Price, minimum order, packaging and timeline.
- 4
We produce and inspect
Every order is checked before it ships.
- 5
We ship and clear
FOB or DDP, with export and customs paperwork.
Private label and quality
Your brand, our process.
Private label
Your brand name, design and pack size, in pouches, tins, boxes or tea bags. You approve samples before production.
Quality and compliance
Tea is a food, so each order is planned around FDA requirements, including advance shipment notice and U.S.-format labeling. Our registrations are in progress; supplier certificates are available on request.
FAQ
Common questions.
What is the minimum order?
Minimum orders are quoted per order.
Can I get samples?
Yes, on request.
Do you offer private label?
Yes. Choose your name, design, pack size and format, then approve samples before production.
How long does delivery take?
We confirm delivery timing in writing before each order.
Ready to start?
Tell us what you need. We reply within one business day.