Dried Chen Pi Tangerine Peel 1kg Bulk Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Chen Pi (陈皮), aged tangerine peel from Citrus reticulata, is a classic Chinese herbal ingredient sold as whole dried peel. In TCM theory it is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavor and is traditionally associated with the lung and spleen channels. Traditionally used in teas, soups, and decoctions, it is a versatile pantry botanical for daily herbal preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried tangerine peel known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮)
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, a staple of Chinese herbal tradition
• Traditional TCM profile of warm nature with acrid and bitter flavor
• Natural whole-peel form suitable for tea, soup, and decoction use
• 1kg bulk pack with 36-month shelf life when stored cool and dry

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep orange to reddish-brown in color with a slightly wrinkled, brittle texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and fragrant, and when simmered or steeped it typically yields a warm, mildly bitter, aromatic citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in herbal teas with other botanicals
• Add to soups and stews for traditional citrus aroma
• Use in decoctions prepared at home
• Include in congee or slow-cooked dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and it is a common ingredient in classic formulas such as Er Chen Tang. It is frequently paired with herbs like Pinellia and Poria in decoctions, simmered into teas, or added to soups and congee for its aromatic citrus character.

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