Tanzania, especially Zanzibar, Pemba, and Tanga coastal belts, is globally recognized as a leading producer of premium-grade cloves. Cloves are famous for high essential oil content, strong aroma, intense flavor, deep brown oily appearance, and naturally sun-dried hand-picked quality.
Cloves are widely used in spice blends, essential oil extraction, food processing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, tea blends, and aromatherapy. CropLink ensures buyers access clean, oil-rich cloves under strict quality standards.
Main Harvest Season (Zanzibar & Pemba): September – January
Peak Buying Window: October – December
| Month | Availability |
|---|---|
| September | Early Harvest |
| October | High |
| November | Very High |
| December | Peak Quality |
| January | Moderate |
| February–August | Off Season |
Grades Available: Whole Cloves A, Whole Cloves B, Clove Stems (for oil extraction)