How do you handle inspection and quality control?
Full QC from flower intake to pre-shipment; third-party inspection (SGS/BV/Intertek) supported.
Which Incoterms and freight options do you support?
EXW/FOB/CFR/CIF/DAP/DDP; courier, air, sea and rail with tracking.
What is the INCI name and how is it labeled?
INCI: Rosa Damascena/Centifolia Flower Water; single-ingredient label; allergen sheet provided.
What is the difference between rose hydrosol and rose essential oil?
Hydrosol is the gentle water phase for daily use; oil is the concentrated phase needing dilution.
What HS code applies and what import considerations should I know?
HS 3304.99 or 3301.90 depending on use; EU CPNP/REACH, US FDA GRAS and allergen rules.
Do you test for heavy metals and pesticide residues?
Pb/As/Hg/Cd tested per batch; pesticide MRL screening; food-grade limits available.
When is the rose harvest season and how does it affect availability?
Spring-only bloom (May–June); fresh distillate at harvest, cold-stored stock year-round.
What are the FOB price tiers?
Volume-tiered FOB pricing; largest discounts at container loads; formal quote in 1 day.
Is rose hydrosol compliant for the US market (FDA)?
FDA GRAS (21 CFR §182.20) for food; safe cosmetic ingredient; USP/FCC Rose Water monograph.