Spearmint is sourced in cut and sifted and powder forms, a procurement decision that requires different supplier qualifications. Filter by mesh size on Nutrada to find GFSI-certified suppliers and request bulk quotes.
| Value | Description |
| Botanical name | Mentha spicata |
| Available forms | Whole leaf, cut and sifted, rubbed, powder, tea bag cut |
| Origins | USA, Egypt, Morocco, India, Bulgaria |
| Certifications | GFSI, EU Organic, USDA NOP, Kosher, Halal |
| Common applications | Herbal teas, confectionery, aromatherapy, food flavouring |
| Packaging | 20-25 kg bags, cartons |
| MOQ | 100-500 kg |
| Category | Herbs Wholesale |
Commercial spearmint buyers select from several processed forms based on end-application requirements. Each form has distinct specifications for particle size and moisture content.
| Form | What it means for procurement | Typical application |
| Whole leaf | Intact dried leaves with high visual quality | Tea blends, retail packaging |
| Cut and sifted | Uniform leaf pieces; 2-4mm mesh size | Tea bag manufacturing |
| Rubbed | Leaves rubbed into small flakes | Seasoning blends, spice mixes |
| Powder | Finely ground; 60-80 mesh | Capsules, extracts, food flavouring |
| Tea bag cut | Specific mesh size for tea bags | Commercial tea production |
Egyptian spearmint benefits from multiple annual harvests and established herb export infrastructure, with 3-4 cuts per year supporting consistent EU supply. Morocco produces nana mint extensively for both domestic tea consumption and export, offering a distinctive flavour profile used in North African mint tea. The United States operates as a major producer with 18,400 acres harvested across Washington, Oregon, Indiana, Idaho, and Michigan, competing with India as the largest exporter of spearmint essential oil. Spearmint falls under Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008 where carvone in spearmint oil is regulated as a flavouring substance in the EU market.
Spearmint loses volatile oils through light exposure, requiring storage in sealed containers away from direct sunlight. Bulk spearmint arrives in 20-25 kg multilayer bags or cartons, stacked on pallets for container shipping. Moisture content above 10% reduces shelf life below 18 months and increases mould risk during storage. Verify harvest date and essential oil content percentage with suppliers before placing orders.
USA, Egypt, and Morocco maintain dual EU Organic and USDA NOP certification capacity for spearmint. Egyptian organic spearmint offers competitive pricing due to lower labour costs and established export channels. Bulgarian organic spearmint provides EU-origin supply for buyers requiring shorter transport distances.
Consumer packaging formats include 100g, 250g, and 500g resealable pouches for retail herb sections. Tea sachets and loose-leaf tins are common for herbal tea production. MOQs for private label packaging typically start at 1,000 units minimum. Buyers must specify mesh size requirements before production begins to ensure consistent particle size across retail batches.
Spearmint processors concentrate in traditional herb-growing regions across Egypt, Morocco, USA, and India. Request batch-specific certificates of analysis covering pesticide residues, microbiological parameters, and essential oil content. Nutrada lists GFSI-certified spearmint suppliers from USA, Egypt, and Morocco, covering whole leaf, cut and sifted, and powder forms across conventional and organic supply. All orders are placed directly with certified suppliers, with no intermediary.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026
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