Culinary Herbs & Spices

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About the SSA

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What does the SSA do?

Our Members

Directory of member companies that form the SSA

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What we do

The SSA's principal objective is to promote the interests of its members in all aspects of the importation, processing and distribution of seasonings, herbs, spices and related products.

Useful links for updates

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When were herbs and spices first used?

1550BC. The Ebers papyrus recorded the use of various herbs and spices in Egypt and extolled their medical benefits. See our History pages for more information.

SSA Membership

Our membership comprises of leading suppliers of spices, herbs, and seasonings nationally in the UK.

We represent the interests of our members by communicating with Government, with Regulators, with Consumer-facing bodies and with the wider Food Industry.

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Guidance on Authenticity of Herbs and Spices

Industry best practice on assessing and protecting culinary dried herbs and spices.

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