WE OFFER
Premium Teas Directly Sourced From Origin
Firsd Tea – your partner in tea since 1950


Our Mission

WHY FIRSD TEA?
Organic. About 50% of all US organic tea imports come
from China. Firsd Tea leads in organic from China.
Sustainable. Trusted source of sustainable teas for
international tea brands.
Service. Prompt, reliable service to: Brands, Brewers,
Co-packers, Manufacturers, and Retailers.
YOUR FIRSD ADVANTAGES
Direct. Through our parent company, we own &
operate our fields and facilities.
Flexible. Order wholesale by the container, pallet,
case, or lb units.
Fast. Prompt fulfillment from our US East and West
Coast warehouses.

What We Do
E x p l o r e o u r t e a s f r o m 1 l b a n d u p

Our Certifications





FIRSD TEA SUSTAINABILITY

In addition to investing in sustainable teas, Firsd Tea conducts continued cutting-edge research into sustainability within the tea industry. For more information, read our latest Firsd Tea Sustainability Perspectives Report.
FROM THE FIRSD LOOK BLOG

China Spring Harvest Overview 2023
The summary report suggests that China’s overall tea output is relatively stable in terms of quality and production timelines. Changes in pricing associated with rising production costs may be expected, and volumes of some teas may be reduced.

Tea Craft Inspiration: Japas Cervejaria’s Matsurika
Japas Cervejaria celebrates its Nipo-Brazilian heritage with Matsurika.

March Tea Report: 2023 China Exports & US Imports
Data from the China Tea Marketing Association and the US Census Bureau (GATS) was recently published regarding China exports and US imports of tea for March 2023.

Global Green Tea Report 2022
The global green tea market continues to trend in a positive direction, with signs of further development. Consumers have become more keenly aware of green tea’s benefits. Major green tea producing nations are also responding through expanding or upgrading their capabilities. The evidence supporting green tea’s improved status can be seen in areas of production, exports, and consumption in major domestic markets.

Tea Craft Inspiration: Seven Tribesmen’s Royal Jade
Seven Tribesmen has re-released Royal Jade based on its previous success. INGREDIENTS The elements of this beer include: PILSNER. No puffery here, just a

February Tea Report: 2023 China Exports & US Imports
Data from the China Tea Marketing Association and the US Census Bureau (GATS) was recently published regarding China exports and US imports of tea for Jan-Feb 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our catalog is available for all register customers. To place an order, you may use our ecommerce market for small quantities or contact us today for larger requests.
The turnaround time for orders can vary depending on quantity and availability. However, because we warehouse and actively manage inventory at multiple U.S. locations, we greatly reduce typical lead times experienced in international tea shipments.
Firsd Tea North America, LLC is the subsidiary and U.S. office of Zhejiang Tea Group, Ltd, China’s largest tea exporter and the world leader in green tea exports. Zhejiang Tea Group owns and operates tea fields and processing facilities across China. As a result, Firsd Tea is not a middleman – Firsd Tea customers have the benefit of procuring tea directly from the source, greatly reducing price and ensuring high quality and consistency.
The MOQ for bulk leaf tea and botanicals is one pound.
Yes we offer custom blending and flavored teas. Contact us about quantities and pricing.
Firsd Tea works with businesses that use wholesale bulk tea and botanicals. We work with national tea brands, co-packers, tea retailers, cafes, and craft beer and kombucha brewers.