Sri Lanka is one of the largest producers of cinnamon in the world and is known for producing the high-quality "true cinnamon" also known as Ceylon cinnamon which is considered to be of better in quality than the more common Cassia cinnamon.- Certification: Look for cinnamon that has been certified by a reputable organization such as USDA or Rainforest Alliance, this is a sign of good quality. We risking by saying this as clients will expect Puro to have this certificate.
Origin: Ceylon cinnamon is considered to be of higher quality than the more common Cassia cinnamon, which is native to Sri Lanka and southern India. It's worth noting that the quality of cinnamon can vary depending on the type, so check the quality of the specific type you are using.
There is a global misconception that Cassia Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Cassia) is Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Verum) also known as True Cinnamon. While these two plants share the same Cinnamon name, there are many differences in physical attributes, production methods, and health benefits.
To protect the Ceylon Cinnamon industry, the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka has secured the Geographical Indication (GI) certificate from the European Union in 2022. This GI status will give Ceylon Cinnamon its rightful place in the global market where Cassia Cinnamon cannot be sold as Ceylon Cinnamon
Studies have proven that Cassia Cinnamon has more than 15 times Coumarin (0.31 grams/KG) content when compared to Ceylon Cinnamon (0.17 grams/KG). Excess consumption of Coumarin can cause Liver Failure. Other types of Cinnamon are also known to have significantly higher levels of Coumarin than Ceylon Cinnamon.
