Frontier Herbs & Spices
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About Frontier Herbs and Spices
"Since 1976, Frontier Co-op has been showing the world that Doing Good, Works. Now more than 40,000 member owners strong, we’re dedicated to sourcing the highest quality spices, herbs and botanical products through our Frontier Co-op, Simply Organic® and Aura Cacia® brands — all while creating life-changing opportunities for our growers, employees and their families.
What does Frontier Herbs and Spices do?
Frontier Herbs and Spices source the highest quality spices, herbs, and botanical products.
Where does Frontier Herbs and Spices source their products?
Here are examples:
Saffron from Afghanistan
Bay Leaf from Turkey
Vanilla from Uganda
Turmeric from Guatemala
Turmeric from India
...and in various parts of the world
How does Frontier Herbs and Spices store their products?
Their herbs and spices are kept in highly controlled storage conditions, with strict sanitation rules enforced throughout handling, processing, and packaging. A climate-controlled storage (70 degrees Fahrenheit and 60% relative humidity) is kept to preserve chemically active plant constituents and keep flavor fresh.
Does Frontier Herbs and Spices irradiate their products?
No, Frontier Herbs and Spices does not sell any products or use any ingredients that have been sterilized by irradiation or ethylene oxide (ETO). Frontier Herbs and Spices utilize safe and effective steam sterilization to preserve product quality.
Is Frontier Herbs and Spices Organic Certified?
Yes, Frontier Herbs and Spices have been selling organic products since 1978.
Does Frontier Herbs and Spices perform specific tests on their herbs and spices?
Yes, Frontier Herbs and Spices perform the following tests:
1. HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography) - Testing that measures active constituent levels in herbs.
2. Microanalysis - Reveals cellular structure of plants to determine identity and adulteration.
3. Microbiological Testing - Tests levels of yeast, mold and bacterial pathogens.
4. Organoleptic Testing - Taste, smell and sight tests determine quality and screen out adulterated product.
What is the shelf-life of herbs and spices?
The shelf life of herbs will vary according to the form and plant part. The following are guidelines on shelf-life of the different herbs and spices:
WHOLE SPICES AND HERBS:
Leaves and flowers 1 to 2 years
Seeds and barks 2 to 3 years
Roots 3 years
GROUND SPICES AND HERBS:
Leaves 1 year
Seeds and barks 1 year
Roots 2 years
We carry all Frontier Herbs & Spices products
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