Bissap in Senegal, karkadé in Chad, agua de jamaica in Mexico, same crimson cup, same crisp acidity. Whole calyx, hand-cut and hand-sorted, not crushed. Premium grade for visual product appeal.
Origin & cooperative
Sourced from the Sahel Bissap Cooperative in the Sahel region (Senegal, Chad, Burkina Faso). Direct relationship, no brokers, fair pricing paid before the batch leaves origin. The country of origin of your specific lot is stated on the certificate of analysis.
Botanical name: Hibiscus sabdariffa
Certification status: not certified organic. Rain-fed smallholder cultivation, hand-harvested and sun-dried; growing and drying practices documented per lot on request. Status per ingredient.
Wholesale tier pricing
SKU ECP68KY. 5 kg minimum order quantity, no upper limit. Tier pricing is shown on the product page; above 100 kg or for recurring orders, request a custom quote.
| Tier | Price (USD) | Per-kg |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | $250 | $50.00 |
| 10 kg | $420 | $42.00 |
| 20 kg | $800 | $40.00 |
| 50 kg | $1,940 | $38.80 |
| 70 kg | $2,700 | $38.57 |
| 100 kg | $3,840 | $38.40 |
Specifications & documentation
- Per-batch CoA, microbiology and heavy metals as standard. Pesticide residue panels (food-grade) and ISO 17516 thresholds (cosmetic-grade) available on request. The laboratory name and its accreditation scope are disclosed in your quote. CoA process.
- Phytosanitary certificate, issued by DPV Bénin on every export from Cotonou. Certificate explained.
- Country-of-origin documentation, we name the country, the region, and the cooperative.
- Grade options, food and/or cosmetic grade (depends on ingredient; see grade differences).
Lead time & logistics
Standard lead time: 5 to 10 business days for orders under 100 kg, 14 to 21 days above. DHL Express from Cotonou is the default for 5 to 550 kg, with transit of 5 to 9 business days to the US and Europe; sea freight applies above 550 kg. See freight mode by tier. US shipments are subject to customs duties on any value since the de minimis exemption ended on 29 August 2025.
Typical applications
- Functional beverage formulation (tea, kombucha, syrups)
- Natural colorant for cosmetic emulsions
- Hibiscus-infused haircare oils
- Hot and cold brew tea blends for retail
Request a quote
Tell us your volume, destination, and timing. We respond within two business days with availability, freight options, and a sample CoA on request. Submit the wholesale form or email contact@essentialcareplus.com.