CTC Black Tea BP — Tea Bag Raw Material from China Factory
CTC (Crush–Tear–Curl) black tea grade BP (Broken Pekoe) is the standard broken-leaf black tea for tea-bag filling lines. CTC processing gives small hard granules that infuse fast and yield a bright red, strong liquor — ideal for hot tea bags, milk tea and iced tea bases.
Product Specification
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| English name | CTC Black Tea BP (Broken Pekoe) |
| Category | Black tea, GB/T 13738.1 |
| Origin | Yunnan / Guangxi / Hainan, China |
| Intended use | Tea bags, milk tea base, iced tea extract |
| Main markets | EU, Middle East, CIS, Southeast Asia |
| Minimum order | 1 MT per grade |
Quality Grades — How to Distinguish
| CTC Grade | Particle | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| BP — Broken Pekoe | Broken granules | Standard tea bags |
| BOP — Broken Orange Pekoe | Broken with tip | Premium tea bags |
| FBOP — Flowery BOP | Broken with golden tip | High-grade bags |
| Fannings / Dust | Fine particles | Low-cost bags, iced tea extract |
Liquor: bright red, brisk, takes milk well | Aroma: clean black tea, light caramel note | Taste: strong, full, fast-extracting
BP vs BOP: BOP carries more tip and gives a finer, more aromatic cup at a higher price; BP is the workhorse for volume tea-bag programs. Both brew significantly faster and stronger than orthodox leaf — the key reason tea-bag factories choose CTC.
Technical Parameters (per lot COA supplied)
| Parameter | Specification | Method / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 7.0% | GB 5009.3 |
| Total ash | ≤ 7.0% | GB 5009.4 |
| Water extract | ≥ 36% (CTC) | GB/T 8305 |
| Tea polyphenols | ≥ 15% | GB/T 8313 |
| Pesticide residue | EU MRL (EC 396/2005) compliant | SGS / Intertek per lot |
Packing & Supply Terms
- 25–40 kg PP woven bag with PE liner or paper sack
- Container loading: 20GP ≈ 10–12 MT, 40GP ≈ 18–22 MT
- Lead time: 7 days; FOB Ningbo / Shanghai / Xiamen
Certifications & Export Documents
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (CO / Form A / RCEP as applicable), Phytosanitary Certificate, per-lot COA (moisture, ash, pesticide residue EU MRL Reg. EC 396/2005), Health Certificate. Halal available; CO / Form A / RCEP as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why CTC instead of orthodox for tea bags?
CTC granules infuse fast and give consistent strength per bag — critical for machine filling and uniform cup quality.
Can you match our blend of BP and Fannings?
Yes, we blend to your ratio and seal counter-samples before production.
Is the liquor bright enough for iced tea?
CTC BP is designed for bright, non-cloudy iced infusions; we can confirm with a cold-brew test video of your sample.
Request a Quote
Contact Smileaf Tea (Xiamen, China) for FOB Ningbo / Shanghai / Xiamen prices, free samples (50–200 g, courier collect) and OEM/private-label solutions. Related products: CTC Black Tea BOP, Chunmee 41005 tea-bag grade