ISO 6754:2026
(Main)Dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) — Specification
Dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) — Specification
This document specifies the requirements for dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) in the form of rubbed leaves. Recommendations relating to storage and transport conditions are given in Annex A.
Thym séché (Thymus vulgaris L.) — Spécifications
La présente Norme internationale fixe les spécifications du thym séché (Thymus vulgaris L.) en feuilles mondées. Des recommandations relatives aux conditions d'entreposage et de transport sont données en annexe A.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 26-Apr-2026
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 34/SC 7 - Spices, culinary herbs and condiments
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 34/SC 7 - Spices, culinary herbs and condiments
- Current Stage
- 6060 - International Standard published
- Start Date
- 27-Apr-2026
- Due Date
- 15-Apr-2026
- Completion Date
- 27-Apr-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Oct-2024
Overview
ISO 6754:2026, Dried Thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) - Specification specifies the international requirements for dried thyme in the form of rubbed leaves. The standard provides detailed criteria to ensure the quality, safety, and integrity of dried thyme as a culinary herb. Additionally, it includes guidelines for proper storage and transport to maintain the product’s characteristic aroma and flavor. As an essential ISO specification for food products, ISO 6754 promotes consistency in trade and evaluation of dried thyme worldwide.
Key Topics
Scope and Definitions
- The document defines dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) as rubbed leaves, detailing requirements for both physical and chemical properties.
- Clarifies terms such as "foreign matter" and "extraneous matter," ensuring only plant material appropriate to thyme is present.
Odour and Flavour
- Emphasizes the requirement for a strong, characteristic, aromatic scent and flavor, free from mustiness or foreign odors.
Physical and Chemical Criteria
- Limits on foreign matter (animal and non-animal) and extraneous plant material.
- Requirements for maximum moisture content, total ash, acid-insoluble ash, and minimum volatile oil level-key indicators of dried thyme quality.
Sampling and Testing
- Outlines standard methods for sampling, sample preparation, and analysis, with references to ISO methods to ensure consistency.
Packaging and Marking
- Specifies robust packaging to protect from moisture, light, and contamination.
- Labelling requirements include botanical name, origin, batch, shelf life, and more.
Storage and Transport
- Recommendations for storage in dry, ventilated, pest-proof facilities and for protection from heat, moisture, and contamination during transport.
Applications
Food and Spice Industry
- Enables producers, suppliers, and food processors to meet recognized international standards for dried thyme quality.
- Ensures that buyers and importers receive dried thyme that adheres to uniform specifications regarding cleanliness, chemical profile, and aroma.
Trade and Export
- Assists in facilitating global trade by harmonizing expectations for dried thyme, reducing the likelihood of disputes or rejections based on quality.
- Provides importers and regulatory authorities with a reliable reference for inspecting shipments.
Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
- Supports food safety programs by setting mandatory limits on contaminants and clear labelling instructions.
- Helps quality control laboratories use established ISO methods for consistent and reproducible testing results.
Supply Chain and Logistics
- Guidance on packaging, storage, and transport minimizes loss of quality and contamination risks during distribution.
Related Standards
Implementing ISO 6754 often involves reference to several other key ISO standards for spices and food products:
- ISO 927: Spices and condiments - Determination of extraneous matter and foreign matter content
- ISO 928: Spices and condiments - Determination of total ash
- ISO 930: Spices and condiments - Determination of acid-insoluble ash
- ISO 939: Spices and condiments - Determination of moisture content
- ISO 948: Spices and condiments - Sampling
- ISO 565: Test sieves - Nominal sizes of openings
- ISO 6571: Spices, condiments and herbs - Determination of volatile oil content
ISO 6754 not only unifies product expectations for dried thyme but also integrates seamlessly with established ISO methods for food product testing and quality control.
By adhering to ISO 6754, stakeholders in the thyme supply chain ensure product safety, authenticity, and international market access, supporting both regulatory compliance and consumer confidence in dried thyme as a culinary ingredient.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 6754:2026 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) — Specification". This standard covers: This document specifies the requirements for dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) in the form of rubbed leaves. Recommendations relating to storage and transport conditions are given in Annex A.
This document specifies the requirements for dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) in the form of rubbed leaves. Recommendations relating to storage and transport conditions are given in Annex A.
ISO 6754:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 67.220.10 - Spices and condiments. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 6754:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 6754:1996. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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International
Standard
ISO 6754
Third edition
Dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) —
2026-04
Specification
Thym séché (Thymus vulgaris L.) — Spécifications
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Requirements . 2
4.1 General requirements .2
4.2 Odour and flavour .2
4.3 Physical requirements .2
4.3.1 Foreign matter from animals .2
4.3.2 Foreign matter from non-animals .2
4.3.3 Extraneous matter . .2
4.4 Chemical requirements . .3
5 Sampling . 3
6 Test methods . 3
7 Packaging and marking . 3
7.1 Packaging .3
7.2 Marking .3
Annex A (informative) Recommendations relating to storage and transport conditions . 4
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 34, Food products, Subcommittee SC 7, Spices,
culinary herbs and condiments.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 6754:1996), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— the normative references have been undated;
— the definitions of extraneous matter and foreign matter have been modified in accordance with ISO 927.
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