Darjeeling First Flush (March-April harvest) and Second Flush (May-June harvest) Whole Leaf Tea — TGFOP1 and FTGFOP1 grades

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Corridor

Belgium-India

Mandate Type

buy

Principal Type

buyer

Incoterm

CIF Antwerp

Price Range

EUR 18-65/kg CIF Antwerp (First Flush FTGFOP1 premium gardens; EUR 12-18 for Second Flush TGFOP1)

Payment Terms

Advance payment 100% against pro-forma invoice for seasonal premium teas

Frequency

seasonally (twice/year — FF and SF)

Specification

Origin-verified Darjeeling GI-certified tea; garden-specific sourcing preferred (Castleton, Makaibari, Singbulli, Thurbo, Glenburn); TGFOP1 grade minimum; moisture < 5%; total polyphenols min 18% DW; caffeine 2.5-3.5%; liquor: bright, clear, with muscatel character (second flush); Rainforest Alliance or UTZ certification preferred for ESG compliance; EU MRL compliance for all pesticide residues; EU Organic certification available from selected gardens

Notes

Belgian importer: 12 years in premium tea. Seeking reliable garden-direct sourcing for First and Second Flush. Current supplier unable to guarantee specific garden selection. Volume: 1.5-2 MT per season. Willing to pay premium for authenticity documentation, garden-level traceability, and consistent quality. Site visit to gardens preferred before first purchase. EU organic certification a bonus.

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