| Parameter | Ceylon Cinnamon | Cassia Cinnamon |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Thin, delicate quills | Thick, hard bark sticks |
| Color | Light tan to golden brown | Dark reddish-brown |
| Length of Quills | 5–10 cm, 15 cm, or custom-cut | 5–20 cm or custom-cut |
| Thickness | 0.2–0.35 mm | 1–3 mm |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 12% | ≤ 12% |
| Purity | ≥ 99% | ≥ 99% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.5% |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Volatile Oil Content | ≥ 1% (Ceylon); ≥ 2% (Cassia) |
| Cinnamaldehyde Content | ≥ 55–65% |
| Coumarin Content | Low in Ceylon; High in Cassia |
| Ash Content | ≤ 4% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
| Microbial Load | Compliant with food safety standards |
| Nutrient | Content |
|---|---|
| Energy | 247 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 81g |
| Sugars | 2.2g |
| Dietary Fiber | 53g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 1.2g |
| Calcium | 1002mg |
| Iron | 8.3mg |
