LPG replacing coal in tea withering, fermentation, and drying operations - guaranteeing clean, aromatic, export-quality tea free from coal-derived contamination.
Tea quality is profoundly affected by the fuel used during processing. Coal-fired dryers release polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (including anthracene) which are absorbed by tea leaves during drying - resulting in rejections at export inspection and bans from quality-conscious markets. LPG eliminates this problem entirely.
BPCL Commercial LPG is used in tea factories across Assam, West Bengal, the Nilgiris, and Kerala for withering (reducing leaf moisture from 80% to 70%), CTC and orthodox rolling, fermentation/oxidation room heating, and final tray/fluid bed drying to 2-3% moisture for packing.
LPG combustion produces no polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons - eliminating export rejection risk.
LPG burners maintain exact drying temperatures for consistent tea moisture and brew quality.
LPG-processed teas meet the stringent pesticide and contaminant standards of EU, UK, and Japanese markets.
LPG-fired tea factories dramatically reduce particulate emissions vs coal - meeting CPCB stack norms.
Bulk piped LPG supply is also available for high-volume consumers. Contact BPCL to discuss your requirements.
