In short: Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is a tea estate in Anhui province, China, at 175 metres altitude, certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is a tea estate located in Anhui province, China, at an altitude of 175 metres. The operation produces green, oolong, and black teas. It holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, though the operating company and workforce size are not recorded in available trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 175 metres above sea level in Anhui, the estate occupies a relatively low elevation for Chinese tea production. Estates at this altitude in the region typically experience warmer temperatures and a longer growing season than their high-mountain counterparts, which can favour early flushes and more vigorous vegetative growth. The latitude of approximately 30°N places the factory in a subtropical climate zone where the seasonal temperature variation tends to be pronounced, with warm, humid summers and cooler winters that provide a dormant period.
Lower-elevation gardens in Anhui generally benefit from deeper, valley-floor soils and good water availability, though they may experience less of the diurnal temperature swing that high-altitude estates use to develop complex aromatics. The terroir typically supports robust leaf growth and the production of teas with a fuller body, though the specific soil composition and microclimate of this site are not documented in trade records.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas. Anhui is historically renowned for its green tea production, and estates in the province often yield teas with a bright, vegetal character and a clean, refreshing finish. Oolong production in the region tends to draw on processing traditions that can range from lightly oxidised styles with floral notes to more developed expressions. Black teas from Anhui estates typically offer a smooth, malty profile with moderate astringency. At this elevation, teas generally present a straightforward cup with good body, though the precise flavour outcomes depend heavily on cultivar selection, plucking standards, and processing technique, none of which are specified in available records.
Certifications & Ethics
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, a membership organisation that works to improve social and environmental conditions in tea-producing regions. ETP certification indicates that the estate has committed to the partnership's code of conduct, which addresses labour standards, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, this certification offers a level of assurance regarding working conditions and responsible production practices, and it reflects the estate's engagement with internationally recognised standards for ethical sourcing.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory lies at 29.7797, 118.0531 in Anhui, China. Its 175 m elevation is the 29th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Dbm International Trading Co Ltd — 4.0 km away · Xiuning
- Anhui Huangshan United Keemun Tea Co., Ltd. - Office and Factory — 20 km away · Anhui Huangshan Eoconomic Development Zone
- Yixian Qingye Tea Farm Co. Ltd - final packing and primary processing — 21 km away · Huang Shan
- Anhui Huangshan United Keemun Tea Co., Ltd. - Factory — 28 km away · Huangshan City
- DA ZHANG SHAN TEA CO-OPERATIVE — 61 km away · ZIYANG TOWN
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory (175 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory recorded 1,355 mm in 2025, 45% less than the 2,442 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hre\u00f1uk Sa | Misiones, Argentina | 173 m | 1,860 mm | 26.5 °C |
| Margherita Tea Estate | Assam, India | 172 m | 2,919 mm | 28.2 °C |
| Ocha No Kajihara | Kumamoto, Japan | 178 m | 2,010 mm | 21.3 °C |
| Morawakkorale | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 172 m | 2,796 mm | 29.2 °C |
| Andaradeniya Estate, Devonia | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 179 m | 2,626 mm | 29.5 °C |
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory Compared with China
In China, Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is drier than 68% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 53% of the others by elevation; cooler than 59% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 175 m | 137 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,355 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 24.0 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.3 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,355 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (348 mm) and the driest was January (36 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.0 °C and overnight lows 13.3 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,355 mm |
| Wettest month | June (348 mm) |
| Driest month | January (36 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 24.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory located?
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is in Anhui, China, at coordinates 29.7797, 118.0531, at an elevation of about 175 metres.
What type of tea does Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory produce?
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory hold?
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,355 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (348 mm).
How does Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Huangshan Biyun Tea Factory recorded 1,355 mm in 2025, 45% less rain than the 2,442 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].