The two most common types of cinnamon sold in the global market are Ceylon and cassia. Ceylon cinnamon commands a higher price point (roughly twice that of cassia per kg) and is considered ‘true cinnamon.

Tanzania is one of the few countries in the world that can grow and produce high-quality true cinnamon.

Due to increasing world demand, Tanzania is poised to become a major new source of Ceylon cinnamon. This will be matched by the current strong increase in new plantations and production in Tanzania.

Claimed health benefits of cinnamon: Cinnamon has anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It contains antioxidants and prebiotics, and reduces blood pressure, lowers blood sugar and relieves indigestion.

Tanzania produces whole Ceylon cinnamon and ground (powdered) Ceylon cinnamon.

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