Super Negin Saffron
The highest commercial grade of saffron: all-red stigmas, no yellow style, hand-sorted at dawn. Rich in crocin (color), picrocrocin (taste), and safranal (aroma).
About this product
Super Negin is the highest commercial grade of Iranian saffron — long, all-red, trumpet-shaped stigmas with no yellow style attached. Hand-harvested at dawn from the highlands of Khorasan and dried the same day under controlled humidity, our Super Negin consistently grades as ISO 3632 Category I with coloring strength above 250, delivering the deep crimson hue and honeyed aroma demanded by premium chefs, confectioners, and luxury packers worldwide.
Why buyers choose this lot
- All-red stigmas, no style — ISO 3632 Category I certified
- Coloring strength (crocin) 250+ — top decile of Iranian harvest
- Hand-picked before sunrise, dried within 4 hours of harvest
- Lab-tested for crocin, picrocrocin & safranal in every lot
- Traceable to individual cooperative farms in Khorasan
Recommended uses
- Premium gastronomy: paella, risotto Milanese, bouillabaisse, biryani
- Luxury confectionery, ice cream & artisan chocolate
- Saffron tea, cold infusions & functional beverages
- Natural colorant for fine bakery and pasta
- Cosmetic & nutraceutical extracts
Technical specifications
Certifications & food safety
- ISO 22000:2018 — Food Safety Management
- HACCP plan on every production line
- SGS / Bureau Veritas pre-shipment inspection on request
- Halal & Kosher available
- EU & FDA compliant documentation
Storage & handling
Store sealed at 5–20°C, away from light, heat, and strong odors. Once opened, reseal and use within 6 months for peak aroma. Vacuum tins protect color and safranal for the full 36-month shelf life.
Buyer questions answered
What is the difference between Super Negin and Negin saffron?
Both are all-red, but Super Negin threads are longer, thicker, and uniformly trumpet-shaped, with a crocin value typically 15–25 points higher than standard Negin. It is the grade we recommend for premium retail and fine dining accounts.
Can you provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) per lot?
Yes. Every export lot ships with an accredited CoA covering ISO 3632 parameters, moisture, ash, and microbiology. SGS or Bureau Veritas third-party inspection is available on request.
Do you offer private-label packaging?
Yes — vacuum tins, glass jars, and brick packs from 0.5g to 1kg, with your artwork, multilingual labels, and barcodes. MOQ for private label is 5 kg net saffron.
Grades & Quality Tiers
- Super Negin (Grade 1)
- Negin (Grade 2)
Packaging Options
- Vacuum tins 1g / 2g / 5g / 10g (retail)
- Bulk tins 250g / 500g / 1kg (wholesale)
- Brick packs 5g / 10g (gift)
- Private-label packaging available
Full Product Specifications
Export & Shipping Information
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