Q: What is organic?

A: The definition of Organic agriculture as approved by the USDA states: "Organic agriculture is an ecological production management system that promotes and enhances biodiversity, biological cycles and soil biological activity. It is based on minimal use of off-farm inputs and on management practices that restore, maintain and enhance ecological harmony."

Please go to our Organic Advantage Section for more information.

Q: Are all of your products certified?

A: Yes! We are certified by Quality Assurance International, and the USDA. Please go to our Quality or Links section to find more information. We can provide you a certification document upon request.

Q: What do you do to assure your products are of the highest quality and free of contamination?

A: After inspecting products and facilities of individual suppliers worldwide, we choose the best and take them through a comprehensive, repeatable, quality control program. Before any ingredient becomes a part of our inventory, it must first pass stringent scientific tests. Please go to our Quality section to find more information.

Q: Is there a difference between organic and non-organic products regarding flavor, aroma or other properties?

A: Compared to conventionally grown products, high quality organic ingredients are cultivated in a more intensive way in order to produce superior taste, aroma, color, and texture. Organic spices tend to have higher levels of steam-volatile oils, and are fresher because of the way they are grown and processed. That is why we work with you to maximize the value of these superior products.

Q: Are organic products much more expensive than non organic?

A: As a source, The Great Spice Company’s worldwide expertise in working directly with growers has assured our customers very competitive prices for our products. High quality organic herbs and spice may allow you to specify for a lesser amount of ingredients.

Q: Do you have a minimum purchase quantity?

A: We are a wholesale supplier, and have a $50.00 minimum purchase. We sell the products in the pack sizes on our product list, and can repack down to a 10 lb box for a nominal charge.