Le Duong Spices
Star Anise
Vietnamese star anise from the Northern mountains, spring and autumn crop, whole stars 2.5 cm+ or 3 cm+, packed in 10 kg cartons or PP bags.
Star anise supplier in Vietnam
Vietnam is a leading exporter of star anise. Le Duong supplies star anise from the Northern mountains, dried, sorted and packed by selected Vietnamese processors in the growing region. Our team agrees the specification, approves samples, inspects before shipment, supervises loading and prepares the export documents. Star anise is part of Le Duong Spices.
Buyers are spice importers, retail packers, food service distributors, seasoning makers and extract producers. Whole stars go to retail and food service; broken stars go to grinding and extraction.
Autumn cropSpring cropWhole 2.5 cm+Whole 3 cm+Broken
Specification
| Parameter | Typical specification |
|---|---|
| Crop | Spring crop or autumn crop |
| Size | Whole stars 2.5 cm+ or 3 cm+ |
| Broken | 5–10% max, depending on grade |
| Moisture | 13.5% max |
| Colour and stems | Matched to the approved sample |
| Residues and microbiology | Tested to destination limits on request |
Typical specification for reference. Final specification, tolerances, test methods and packing are confirmed in each contract.
Packing & loading
| Item | Typical option |
|---|---|
| Packing | 10 kg cartons or PP bags |
| Container load | Confirmed with the offer, by grade and packing |
| Fumigation | Certificate provided when the destination requires it |
| Storage | Cool and dry, away from strong odours |
Origin & season
Star anise grows in Vietnam’s Northern mountains. The main autumn crop is harvested from August to October; a smaller spring crop follows from February to April.
- Origin: Vietnam, Northern mountains.
- Autumn crop: August to October. Spring crop: February to April.
- Size, broken ratio and moisture checked under our quality process.
Commercial terms
- Incoterms: FOB, CFR, CIF, EXW, FCA or DAP; others on request.
- MOQ: one 20′ container; trial and mixed containers discussed.
- Lead time: confirmed with each offer.
- Samples: type sample before contract, pre-shipment sample from the lot.
- Inspection: SGS, Bureau Veritas or Vinacontrol at your request. See how we work.
Spring crop or autumn crop: which should we buy?
The autumn crop is the main crop and usually gives fuller, more even stars. The spring crop is smaller in volume. Compare both on samples and choose by appearance, aroma and price.
How is the broken percentage defined?
Broken means stars that have lost points or split into pieces. The maximum (typically 5–10% by weight, depending on grade) is fixed in the contract and checked on the pre-shipment sample.
How do you guard against Japanese star anise?
Lots come from the Northern mountains growing region and are checked visually during sorting. Laboratory identity testing can be arranged on request.
Can spring and autumn crop ship in one container?
Yes, if both are in stock. Each lot is packed and marked separately and listed on the packing list.
Request star anise prices
Send crop, size, packing, quantity and destination port.