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Fresh makrut lime leaves sourced in Thailand for international B2B requirements.
Thai Fresh Herbs · B2B Supply
Fresh Thai Makrut Lime Leaves Supplier & Exporter
ThaiMahapoke supplies and coordinates sourcing of fresh Thai makrut lime leaves for international importers, distributors, wholesalers, food-service buyers and food processors.
Also widely known in international trade as kaffir lime leaves, fresh makrut lime leaves are valued for their distinctive citrus aroma and established use in Thai and Southeast Asian food applications. Commercial supply can be discussed according to required product condition, quantity, preparation, packaging, destination and shipment requirements.
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Product Highlights
Commercially Relevant at a Glance
Fresh Whole-Leaf Product
Commercial focus is fresh leaves rather than dried, frozen, powdered or extracted forms.
Buyer-Defined Specifications
Leaf condition, preparation, packaging and other commercial requirements can be discussed according to the buyer's intended use.
Food-Service & Processing
Relevant to importers, distributors, food-service buyers, commercial kitchens and food processors.
Commercial Packaging
Bulk, food-service, retail-oriented and custom packaging requirements can be evaluated according to the confirmed supply program.
Export Coordination
Shipment method, packaging, documentation and destination requirements are reviewed according to the specific inquiry.
Commercial Options
Commercial Specifications & Buyer-Defined Options
Fresh makrut lime leaves should be purchased against an agreed commercial specification rather than an assumed universal grade.
Product Form
Fresh whole makrut lime leaves.
Leaf Condition
Buyers may specify freshness, colour, leaf integrity and acceptable defects.
Leaf Size
Size requirements can be specified where relevant to the intended application or distribution channel.
Preparation
Sorting, trimming, cleaning or other preparation should be stated in the inquiry and confirmed against the available supply program.
Packaging
Packaging should be defined according to buyer type, order quantity, distribution channel, destination and shipment method.
Inspection / Testing
Buyer-defined inspection, residue testing or other requirements should be communicated before order acceptance.
No artificial grade system: ThaiMahapoke does not use invented Grade A/B/C classifications where a confirmed grading standard has not been established.
Buyer Considerations
How Buyers Specify Fresh Makrut Lime Leaves
Professional buyers should define the product according to characteristics that affect actual use, distribution and destination requirements.
| Buyer Consideration | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Freshness | Influences product condition at receipt and intended culinary use. |
| Leaf appearance | Important for visual acceptance and retail or food-service applications. |
| Leaf integrity | Buyers may require intact leaves and define acceptable physical defects. |
| Aroma | Relevant to culinary and processing applications. |
| Size | May matter for portioning, retail presentation or processing. |
| Preparation | Sorting, trimming or cleaning requirements can affect the required supply specification. |
| Packaging | Must suit the distribution channel and shipment conditions. |
| Destination | Can affect documentation, phytosanitary and residue requirements. |
| Transit requirement | Important for a fresh, perishable product. |
When requesting a quotation, identify the intended application and destination so the commercial specification can be evaluated more accurately.
Product Identity
What Are Fresh Thai Makrut Lime Leaves?
Fresh Thai makrut lime leaves are the fresh leaves of Citrus hystrix DC., a citrus species whose leaves are widely used as an aromatic ingredient in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking.
The product is also widely known internationally as kaffir lime leaves. ThaiMahapoke uses Makrut Lime Leaves as the primary product name while retaining established alternative terminology where it helps buyers correctly identify the product.
This page covers fresh leaves only. Dried, frozen, powdered and other processed forms represent separate commercial product forms.
Planned Image 02Close-up of fresh green makrut lime leaves for product identification.
Technical Reference
Product Information & Specifications
| Specification | Commercial Information |
|---|---|
| Product | Fresh Thai Makrut Lime Leaves |
| Thai Name | Bai Makrut / ใบมะกรูด |
| Scientific Name | Citrus hystrix DC. |
| Product Part | Leaves |
| Product Form | Fresh whole leaves |
| Origin | Thailand sourcing context |
| Colour | Green; final condition according to agreed specification |
| Freshness | According to agreed buyer/supplier specification |
| Leaf Size | Buyer-defined where required |
| Leaf Condition | According to agreed specification |
| Preparation | Confirmed according to buyer requirements and available supply |
| Packaging | Confirmed upon inquiry |
| Quantity | Buyer-defined |
| Inspection | Buyer-defined where required |
| Residue / Testing Requirement | Buyer- and destination-dependent |
| Documentation | Shipment- and destination-dependent |
| Final Specification | Confirmed before order acceptance |
Storage reference: A published Thai government technical reference cites 7°C and 85–90% relative humidity with five days of storage. This is reference information only, not a ThaiMahapoke contractual shelf-life or storage guarantee. Actual shipment planning must account for product condition, packaging, handling, transit time and destination.
Packaging
Packaging Options
Packaging requirements vary by buyer type, distribution channel, order quantity, destination and shipment method.
Bulk / Wholesale
For importers, wholesalers and commercial distribution where buyers intend to repack or distribute in larger quantities.
Food-Service
Can be evaluated for distributors supplying restaurants, commercial kitchens and HORECA channels.
Retail-Oriented
Buyer-specified retail presentation, label requirements and pack configuration can be discussed subject to supplier capability.
Export / Custom
Export and custom packing should be selected according to product condition, shipment method, transit time and destination requirements.
Final pack size, material, configuration and labeling are confirmed during quotation or order specification rather than assumed on this page.
Procurement Preparation
Buyer Information
For a useful sourcing inquiry, provide the information that determines the commercial specification and export arrangement.
- Product: Fresh Thai Makrut Lime Leaves
- Required quantity
- Desired leaf condition / specification
- Size requirement, if applicable
- Preparation requirement, if applicable
- Intended application
- Required packaging
- Destination country
- Destination port or airport
- Preferred Incoterm, such as FOB or CIF where applicable
- Required delivery timing
- Inspection or testing requirements
- Documentation requirements
- Label or custom-packaging requirements
Applications & Industries
Commercial Uses for Fresh Makrut Lime Leaves
Food Importers & Distributors
Relevant to importers and distributors serving Thai, Southeast Asian and broader Asian-food markets.
Food Service & HORECA
Restaurants, hotels, catering businesses and commercial kitchens may source fresh leaves for curries, soups, sauces, marinades and other culinary applications.
Food Processing
Processors and prepared-food manufacturers may use the leaves in sauces, curry products, ready meals and other formulated food applications requiring the characteristic aromatic profile.
Retail & Asian Grocery
Fresh-herb distributors and retailers may require packaging and appearance specifications suited to consumer-facing channels.
Quality & Inspection
Evaluating Product Condition Against the Agreed Specification
Appearance & Colour
Assessment against agreed product-condition requirements.
Freshness & Leaf Integrity
Review for acceptable physical condition and damage.
Foreign Matter
Inspection according to agreed acceptance requirements.
Sorting / Preparation
Verification where the buyer has specified particular preparation.
Packaging Inspection
Confirmation that agreed packaging and labeling requirements have been followed.
Buyer-Requested Checks
Residue testing, laboratory testing, lot identification, traceability, pre-shipment or third-party inspection can be discussed where required and subject to the agreed commercial arrangement.
Inspection requirements do not imply that ThaiMahapoke owns an inspection laboratory or testing facility.
Buyer-Specified Packing
Buyer-Specified & Custom Packaging
ThaiMahapoke can coordinate buyer-defined packaging requirements subject to the confirmed sourcing and packing program.
Buyers should provide the desired pack format, label information, quantity and destination requirements during the RFQ stage. Final capability and configuration are confirmed before order acceptance.
B2B Sourcing Support
Why Choose ThaiMahapoke
ThaiMahapoke serves international B2B buyers sourcing Thai agricultural and food products. For fresh makrut lime leaves, our role is to coordinate the commercial sourcing process around the buyer's actual requirements.
Sourcing
Product sourcing and aggregation coordination according to the confirmed requirement.
Specification
Buyer-defined specification, sorting and grading coordination where applicable.
Inspection & Documentation
Inspection and export-documentation coordination according to the commercial arrangement.
Logistics
Logistics coordination and FOB / CIF quotation support where applicable.
Buyer FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are fresh Thai makrut lime leaves?
Fresh Thai makrut lime leaves are fresh leaves of Citrus hystrix DC., an aromatic citrus species whose leaves are used in Thai and Southeast Asian cooking and food processing.
Are makrut lime leaves the same as kaffir lime leaves?
The names are commonly used for the same Citrus hystrix leaf product in international contexts. ThaiMahapoke uses “Makrut Lime Leaves” as the primary product terminology while recognizing “kaffir lime leaves” as an established alternative name.
Can I source fresh makrut lime leaves in bulk from Thailand?
ThaiMahapoke handles B2B sourcing inquiries for fresh Thai makrut lime leaves. Commercial quantity, specification, packaging and availability should be provided or confirmed during quotation.
What specifications should I provide when requesting a quotation?
Provide the required quantity, leaf condition or size requirements where relevant, preparation, packaging, destination, intended application, inspection or testing requirements and preferred shipping terms.
Do fresh makrut lime leaves have standard commercial grades?
This page does not assume a universal A/B/C grading system. Buyers should define commercially meaningful requirements such as freshness, appearance, leaf integrity, size where relevant, preparation and acceptable defects.
What packaging is available?
Bulk, food-service, retail-oriented and custom packaging requirements can be discussed. Final format, size, material and labeling depend on buyer requirements and confirmed supplier capability.
Can you provide custom packaging or private labels?
Buyer-specified packaging, labels and private-label requirements can be evaluated and coordinated subject to confirmed supplier and packing capability.
Can fresh makrut lime leaves be exported by air or sea?
Shipment method should be evaluated according to product condition, packaging, transit time and destination. Because fresh leaves are perishable, the appropriate logistics plan must be confirmed for the specific order rather than assumed universally.
What temperature should fresh makrut lime leaves be stored at?
A published Thai government technical reference cites 7°C at 85–90% relative humidity and five days of storage. This is reference information rather than a ThaiMahapoke shelf-life or storage guarantee; actual requirements depend on product condition, packaging and logistics.
Are phytosanitary documents required?
Requirements depend on the destination and shipment. Destination-country phytosanitary and import requirements should be verified for the specific shipment.
Can buyers request residue or other testing?
Testing requirements can be specified during the inquiry. Applicable residue limits, test requirements and documentation depend on the buyer and destination market and should be confirmed before shipment.
What information should I send for an RFQ?
Send the product, quantity, required specification, packaging, destination country and port or airport, preferred Incoterm, required delivery timing and any inspection, testing, documentation or labeling requirements.
Request a Quotation
Fresh Thai Makrut Lime Leaves RFQ
For an accurate B2B quotation, tell us what you need rather than relying on a generic product specification. Final availability, specification, packing and commercial terms are confirmed during inquiry and order acceptance.
Email Your RFQUseful RFQ Information
- Required quantity
- Desired product / leaf specification
- Intended application
- Packaging requirement
- Destination country and port or airport
- FOB / CIF preference where applicable
- Required delivery timing
- Inspection / testing requirements
- Documentation requirements
- Label / private-label requirements, if applicable
Supporting Content
Buying Guides & Planned Resources
These are planned content opportunities. No unverified or unpublished URLs are linked.
Terminology Guide
Makrut Lime Leaves vs Kaffir Lime Leaves: terminology for international buyers.
Specification Guide
How to specify fresh Thai herbs for B2B sourcing.
Packaging & Transit Guide
Fresh-herb export packaging, cold-chain and transit considerations.
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Fresh Thai Galangal
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Fresh Thai Basil
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Dried or frozen makrut lime leaves should be treated as separate product forms, not synonyms for the fresh product.