Vietnam is proud to be one of the world’s leading exporters of cinnamon, especially Cassia cinnamon, renowned for its high essential oil content, strong aroma, warm spiciness, and rich color. However, few people know that Vietnamese cinnamon comes in various types, classified by processing methods, usage purposes, and export standards.
Let Visimex guide you through the 5 most iconic types of Vietnamese cinnamon that dominate the market today.
1. Split Cinnamon – Preserving Natural Integrity
Split cinnamon is produced by vertically splitting the bark after harvesting. Though sizes may vary, this type retains its natural thickness and authentic flavor.
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Essential oil extraction.
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Traditional herbal medicine.
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Raw cooking ingredients.
Split cinnamon is ideal for those seeking products closest to nature’s original form.
2. Broken Cinnamon – Small Pieces, Big Value
Broken cinnamon consists of fragments that break during harvesting or processing. Despite not meeting aesthetic standards, it maintains the same essential oil quality and robust aroma.
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Ground into cinnamon powder.
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Essential oil extraction.
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Ingredient for the food industry.
Broken cinnamon maximizes resource utilization, offering high economic efficiency.
3. KABC Cinnamon – Premium Export Standard
KABC cinnamon undergoes meticulous processing: tightly rolled, cleaned, and precisely cut. This type meets rigorous standards for thickness, color, and food safety.
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Export to demanding markets like the EU, USA, and Japan.
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Used in premium food and pharmaceutical industries.
KABC cinnamon represents the quality and prestige of Vietnamese cinnamon in the global market.
4. Cinnamon Powder – Versatile and In-Demand
Cinnamon powder is finely ground from whole sticks or broken cinnamon, retaining its signature reddish-brown color and warm, spicy aroma.
Common applications:
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Culinary spice in food and beverages.
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Production of confectionery and herbal remedies.
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Ingredient in natural cosmetics.
Its versatility makes cinnamon powder a popular choice in both domestic and international markets.
5. Cigarette Cinnamon – Aesthetic and Valuable
Cigarette cinnamon is rolled into small tubes resembling cigarettes, with a visually appealing and uniform appearance. This type holds high commercial value, favored in premium markets.
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Premium gift packaging.
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Tea bags and decorative products.
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Export to high-end markets.
Visimex – Leading Organic Cinnamon Production in Vietnam
Visimex proudly operates a fully integrated organic cinnamon production ecosystem, from certified organic farms to processing facilities meeting international standards such as HACCP, USDA Organic, and EU Organic. We are committed to delivering high-quality, eco-friendly, and safe cinnamon products to global consumers.
