Product Overview

For herbal tea brands, beverage manufacturers, nutraceutical companies, and botanical ingredient distributors seeking a visually distinctive and functional natural ingredient, these dried hibiscus flower petals provide an excellent sourcing solution. Produced from mature hibiscus flowers harvested at peak bloom, the petals are carefully dried to preserve their deep crimson to burgundy coloration, characteristic floral aroma, and naturally tangy taste. The petals feature a delicate, slightly curled structure with a lightweight texture that rehydrates readily during infusion. Their rich natural pigmentation makes them particularly suitable for herbal teas, fruit tea blends, botanical beverages, wellness formulations, syrups, extracts, confectionery products, and natural food color applications. The dried format enables efficient storage, transportation, and large-scale manufacturing use while maintaining product integrity. For B2B buyers, dried hibiscus petals offer extended shelf stability, consistent batch quality, ease of blending, reduced handling costs, and scalable supply for both retail and industrial product development.

Key Features

1. Deep Red Petals — Rich crimson coloration enhances the appearance of teas, beverages, and botanical blends.
2. Naturally Tart Flavor — Distinct tangy profile adds character to herbal infusions and drink formulations.
3. Delicate Petal Structure — Carefully dried petals retain their natural shape and visual appeal.
4. Pleasant Floral Aroma — Contributes subtle botanical notes to tea and wellness products.
5. Versatile Ingredient Use — Suitable for teas, extracts, beverage concentrates, syrups, and food applications.
6. Easy Rehydration — Releases color and flavor efficiently during brewing and processing.
7. Bulk Handling Friendly — Lightweight dried format simplifies storage and transportation logistics.
8. Extended Shelf Stability — Low moisture content supports long-term storage under appropriate conditions.

Specifications

1. Product Type: Dried Hibiscus Flower Petals
2. Material/Composition: 100% Hibiscus Flower Petals
3. Processing Method: Harvested, Cleaned, Naturally or Mechanically Dried
4. Cut/Style/Form: Whole and Broken Dried Petals
5. Moisture Content: Approx. 8–12%
6. Color: Deep Red to Dark Burgundy
7. Grade: Food and Herbal Ingredient Grade
8. Aroma: Mild Floral Characteristic Aroma
9. Packaging: Food-Grade Poly Bag, Kraft Bag, or Bulk Carton
10. Weight per Unit: Typically 250 g–25 kg
11. Shelf Life: 12–24 Months
12. Storage Conditions: Store in a Cool, Dry Place Away from Moisture and Direct Sunlight