Here is a clear and concise description for Bulk Tea Packaging sold through the Mombasa Auction:
Bulk Tea Packaging—Mombasa Auction
Tea sold through the Mombasa Tea Auction is packaged in standardized bulk formats to ensure uniformity, traceability, and ease of transport. The most common packaging used includes:
- Material: Multi-layered aluminum-lined paper sacks or polypropylene-lined jute bags to protect against moisture, contamination, and loss of aroma.
- Weight: Standardized net weight of 50 kg per bag, though some may range up to 60 kg, depending on the buyer’s requirements.
- Labeling: Each sack is clearly marked with:
- Producer name/factory code
- Grade (e.g., PF1, BP1, PD)
- Lot number and invoice number
- Origin (country and estate)
- Date of packing
- Auction mark (as per EATTA guidelines)
This packaging ensures the tea remains fresh, tamper-evident, and identifiable throughout the auction, shipping, and warehousing processes. It also complies with the standards set by the East Africa Tea Trade Association (EATTA) for all teas traded on the auction floor