Pure. Natural. Premium quality.
Steam sterilisation, in plain terms
Saturated steam is applied to your product under controlled conditions. The treatment eliminates bacteria, moulds and pathogens on the surface of the crop while preserving the flavour, colour and texture that make it worth buying.
Because the only input is steam, nothing is left behind. There is no residue to test for, no limit to manage against, and nothing to declare on your label.
Our plant was designed in Sweden, manufactured in Italy and expertly assembled in South Africa — world-class quality and precision in every batch we process.
Purity Perfected.Quality Assured.
We are committed to delivering the highest standard of food safety and quality for the spice and herb industry. Whether you are a supplier, distributor or food manufacturer, our process guarantees purity and excellence in every product.
How the process reaches you
Steam sterilisation
Here at Temong, we specialise in steam sterilisation — a 100% natural and organic process that ensures the purest form of herbs and spices without the use of chemicals or radiation. No ethylene oxide, no irradiation, no residue to declare.
- Eliminates bacteria, moulds and pathogens
- No chemical carriers and no radiation source
- Flavour, colour and aroma preserved
- Nothing to declare on the label
Clean-label treatment
Because the only input is steam, treated product remains eligible for clean-label and organic positioning. That matters for exporters into markets that place strict residue limits on chemical fumigants, and for brands whose whole promise is a short ingredient list.
- 100% organic and sustainable process
- Ideal for clean-label product ranges
- No residue limits to manage
- Nutrient profile kept intact
Contract processing
Send us your crop and we treat it batch by batch. We work with growers moving raw material up the chain, with wholesalers aggregating from multiple farms, and with manufacturers who need a guaranteed microbial standard before their product goes into a blend.
- For suppliers, distributors and manufacturers
- Batch-by-batch handling
- Whole and ground product
- Chamdor, Krugersdorp — Gauteng
Steam, ethylene oxide, irradiation
| Attribute | SteamTemong | Ethylene oxide | Irradiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it adds to your product | Water and heat, both removed again | A chemical fumigant that leaves residue | An applied radiation dose |
| Residue to test for | None | Yes — with strict limits in many markets | None |
| Label declaration | Not required | Varies by market | Commonly required |
| Suits clean-label and organic ranges | Yes | No | Usually not |
Market requirements differ. Confirm the rules that apply to your destination market before you commit to a method.
Why choose steam sterilisation?
- Chemical & radiation-free
- Ensures safe and natural sterilisation
- Preserves quality
- Maintains the true taste, aroma, and appearance of spices
- 100% organic & sustainable
- Ideal for clean-label products
- Highly effective
- Eliminates microbial contaminants while keeping nutrients intact
We are committed to delivering the highest standard of food safety and quality for the spice and herb industry. Whether you’re a supplier, distributor, or food manufacturer, our steam sterilisation process guarantees purity and excellence in every product.
The things people ask first
Saturated steam is applied to the product under controlled conditions. The heat and moisture destroy bacteria, moulds and pathogens on the surface of the crop. The cycle is tuned so that the product is treated and then dried back without cooking it — which is what separates sterilisation from roasting.
Need a more natural way of sterilising your crop?
We're ready to help you. Contact us today to learn more about how we can enhance the quality of your herbs and spices.