Question 1

How can the consumer verify that this is truly Ceylon Cinnamon other than taste and color ?

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We can issue phytosanitary certificate for this LOT that shows exclusively Ceylon Cinnamon's biological species in Latin (Cinnamomum verum) issued by Sri Lankan government. Second involves chemical testing for coumarin content (Cassia cinnamon contains up to 1% coumarin, whereas Ceylon  cinnamon contains only a trace, about 0.004%). Norway and Germany are recommending limiting coumarin intake (USA, not yet). Just look at the image in the food label (usually showing sticks and you should be able to clearly tell what is Cassia and what is Ceylon). Anybody consuming cinnamon daily should buy Ceylon and buy Cassia sticks, grind them and compare. Usually that experiment is deterministic for most and afterwards it is easy to distinguish between pure Ceylon and not.
 Issue is that Cassia tastes much stronger and is cheaper. We noticed that many reputable companies are getting negative reviews on amazon because customers are uneducated about how real Ceylon should taste/smell (not as strong as Cassia) and we also noticed that many sellers sell mostly cassia (food label says Ceylon) and are rewarded by positive reviews since it tastes stronger and smells stronger.

Question 2

Does this packaging contain any plastic? We are looking for a plastic free option.

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It does contain polymer layer. It is a good question and we have made that consideration. We found that combination of aluminum/polymer/kraft paper is acting as an oxygen diffusion barrier and is making product stay fresh longer (oxygen would otherwise oxidize very surface-developed product (powder) relatively quickly). This is especially important with bulk 1lb packaging. Good news is that this year in Packing Expo in LV we found biodegradable polymer and have made moves already to try to implement this with our next LOT#. Time will tell if this will materialize but we do hope for the best.

Question 3

Is this cinnamon free of nuts in the manufacturing process?

Accepted Answer

There is minimal information on the package - just what you see on the front.  I suggest you call the company to obtain that information.

Question 4

Is this product vacuum packed ? Thank you.

Accepted Answer

I believe it is vacuum packed.  It is very well sealed.

ASIN	B07K77LNB9
ASIN	B07K77LNB9
Best Sellers Rank	#7,462 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #18 in Cinnamon
Brand Name	U.S. Wellness Naturals
Coin Variety 1	Cinnamon
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (3,791)
Diet Type	Gluten Free
Item Form	Powder
Item Package Weight	0.47 kg
Item Weight	16 ounces
Manufacturer	U.S. Wellness LLC
Manufacturer	U.S. Wellness LLC
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Package Dimensions	11.06 x 8.07 x 2.44 inches; 1 pounds
Part Number	USWL00118_FBA
Produce Sold As Format	Pre-packaged
Size	1 Pound (Pack of 1)
Specialty	Gluten Free,Organic
UPC	888107091257
UPC	888107091257
Unit Count	16 Ounce
Units	16 Ounce

Ceylon Cinnamon Powder (1LB) | 100% CERTIFIED Organic | Freshly Ground Premium Sri Lanka Cinnamon For Exquisite Flavor and Aroma | Gluten Free & Non-GMO | Controlled and Packed in USA Food Facility

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