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Yichang Tea Group Co., Ltd., based in Yichang, Hubei Province, is one of China’s leading tea enterprises with a deeply rooted legacy in the Chinese tea industry. As a state-owned enterprise, it operates under the umbrella of the Angelyeast Group and plays a significant role in promoting, producing, and exporting traditional and specialty teas from the heartland of Chinese tea culture.

Core Business

Yichang Tea Group specializes in the cultivation, processing, research, and global marketing of Chinese tea. It is a vertically integrated enterprise that oversees every aspect of tea production, from plantation management to processing and international distribution. Its strategic focus is on delivering premium Chinese teas that embody both tradition and innovation.

Product and Service Offerings

The company has a diverse product portfolio that includes:

• Premium Chinese Tea

  • Yichang Maojian (a renowned green tea)
  • Yihong Gongfu Tea (traditional Chinese black tea)

• Refined Tea

  • Refined Green Tea
  • Refined Black Tea

• Tea Intensive Processing Products

  • Instant Tea
  • Matcha Powder

Yichang Tea Group serves both retail and bulk buyers, offering customized tea blending and processing services for international markets. It also engages in OEM partnerships.

Specialization and Core USP

Yichang Tea Group’s core strength lies in its mastery of traditional Chinese tea processing techniques combined with state-of-the-art technology for intensive processing. The company has established a tea plantation base of over 7,000 hectares, enabling full traceability and quality control from leaf to cup.

Its Yihong Gongfu Tea is protected under China's National Geographical Indication Product status, underscoring the authenticity and cultural value of its offerings.

Financials

While detailed financial reports are not publicly disclosed due to its state-owned structure, Yichang Tea Group operates as a key asset within the Angelyeast Group—a public company listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (stock code: 600298.SS). This affiliation ensures strong financial backing and operational stability.

Shipment and Export Data

According to trade intelligence platforms such as Volza and ImportYeti, Yichang Tea Group has established consistent export activity in key markets like:

• Russia
• Japan
• United States
• Middle East

ImportYeti reports over 120 international shipments in the past 24 months, with major exports being black tea and instant tea products. These shipments are routed through buyers in the F&B, tea trading, and retail sectors.

Target Market

Yichang Tea Group targets both domestic and international markets with a specific focus on:

• Tea importers and wholesalers
• Beverage brands sourcing matcha and instant tea
• High-end tea retailers seeking premium Chinese tea
• OEM/private label clients

Capabilities

• Production Capacity: Over 8,000 tons/year of processed tea
• Processing Facilities: Equipped with advanced tea extraction and powder processing lines
• Traceability: Full supply chain control from plantation to packaging
• Research & Innovation: Collaboration with tea research institutions for product development and quality assurance

Certifications and Compliance

Yichang Tea Group has acquired multiple international certifications including:

• ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems)
• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
• ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management)
• Organic Certifications for select tea bases (EU, USDA Organic standards)

These certifications assure buyers of compliance with global food safety standards and sustainable sourcing practices.

Customer Testimonials

One international distributor remarked via LinkedIn:

“Yichang Tea Group has been a reliable partner for years. Their consistency in quality and attention to detail make them stand out among Chinese tea exporters.” – Senior Buyer, European Tea Brand

Major Achievements

• Recognized as a “National Key Leading Enterprise in Agricultural Industrialization” by the Ministry of Agriculture of China
• Holds Geographical Indication certification for Yihong Gongfu Tea
• Regular exhibitor at major global trade fairs including China Tea Expo, SIAL China, and Gulfood
• Strategic supply partner to numerous global tea brands and bulk tea buyers

Yichang Tea Group continues to elevate China’s tea heritage globally, delivering authenticity, quality, and innovation in every leaf.