In short: Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is a tea producer in Shangyu City, Zhejiang Province, China, operating at low elevation and holding Ethical Tea Partnership certification.
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is a tea producer located in Shangyu City, in China's Zhejiang Province, at an elevation of 9 metres above sea level. The operation is run by the company of the same name. The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, though no commercial buyers have been recorded in available supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 9 metres elevation, this estate occupies low-lying land in the Yangtze River Delta region of Zhejiang, a latitude and terrain that typically experience a humid subtropical climate with pronounced seasonal variation. Estates at this altitude in eastern China generally benefit from fertile alluvial soils and high moisture availability, though they often face greater exposure to summer heat and humidity than higher-elevation gardens.
The low elevation and latitude of approximately 30°N tend to support vigorous vegetative growth and an extended growing season, with flush cycles beginning early in spring. Such conditions typically yield leaf that is robust and productive, though without the slower maturation and concentrated aromatics that higher-altitude sites often develop. Proximity to river systems and the East China Sea generally moderates temperature extremes, while summer monsoonal moisture can influence both yield and processing schedules.
Tea Produced
Shaoxing Jianming produces green, oolong, and black teas. Zhejiang Province has a long-standing tradition of green tea craftsmanship, and estates in the Shangyu area typically produce leaf with a fresh, vegetal character when processed as green tea. Oolongs from this region tend to be lighter in oxidation, often yielding floral or grassy notes, while black teas processed from lower-elevation leaf generally offer a straightforward, malty profile with moderate body. The diversity of tea types suggests processing flexibility, though the character of each style will reflect both the cultivar selection and the specific manufacture protocols employed.
Operator
The estate is operated by Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd., the company that bears the same name as the production site. No other estates operated by this company have been recorded in available supply-chain directories.
Certifications & Ethics
Shaoxing Jianming holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that requires members to meet standards on labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship. For buyers, ETP certification provides independent assurance that the estate has committed to ongoing monitoring and improvement across its social and environmental practices, supported by third-party verification and a framework for worker grievance and remedy.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. lies at 29.8097, 120.8591 in Shangyu City, China. Its 9 m elevation is the 57th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Martin Bauer Plant Extracts (China) Co., Ltd. — 79 km away · Zhejiang
- Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. — 83 km away · Xihu Dadao
- Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou — 84 km away · 218 Ti Yu Chang Road
- Zehjiang Tea Group — 85 km away · 218 Ti Yui Chang Road
- Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. — 89 km away · Hangzhou
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. (9 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. recorded 1,306 mm in 2025, 26% less than the 1,766 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baikuntopur tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 9 m | 1,654 mm | 30.4 °C |
| Aminabadh tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 9 m | 2,718 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Halssen \u0026 Lyon Gmbh | Hamburg, Germany | 9 m | 742 mm | 14.3 °C |
| GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED | GURUSADAY ROAD, India | 9 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Teok Tea Estate | Kolkata, India | 9 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is drier than 86% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 95% of the others by elevation; cooler than 51% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 9 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,306 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 24.2 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 14.7 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,306 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (348 mm) and the driest was December (20 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.2 °C and overnight lows 14.7 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,306 mm |
| Wettest month | June (348 mm) |
| Driest month | December (20 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 24.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 14.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. located?
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is in Shangyu City, China, at coordinates 29.8097, 120.8591, at an elevation of about 9 metres.
Who operates Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd.?
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is operated by Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. produce?
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. hold?
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,306 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (348 mm).
How does Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. recorded 1,306 mm in 2025, 26% less rain than the 1,766 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].
