| Botanical Name | Thymus vulgaris |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Part Used | Leaves |
| Origin | Egypt |
| Harvest Season | May–July |
| Cut Type | Whole Leaves, Crushed, Ground Powder |
| Granulometry | Whole dried leaves; Crushed; Fine ground powder |
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
| Volatile Oil (EO) | ≥ 1.0% (thymol, carvacrol) |
| Color / Aroma | Grey-green leaves; Strong, earthy, aromatic flavor |
| Allergens | None |
| Heavy Metals | Within limits |
| Pesticide Residues | Meets MRL |
| Microbial Limits | Within spec |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place (≤ 25°C); Airtight containers |
| Packaging | 50 g | 100 g | 250 g pouches; Bulk bags (5–25 Kg) |
