In short: Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Yuhang District, Zhejiang Province, China, operating at 7 metres elevation and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Yuhang District, Zhejiang Province, China, at an elevation of 7 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership. The operation produces green, oolong, and black teas.
Terroir & Climate
At just 7 metres elevation, the estate sits in lowland terrain where Zhejiang's humid subtropical climate typically prevails. Estates at this latitude—around 30° north—generally experience distinct seasons with warm, wet summers and cooler, drier winters, conditions that tend to support vigorous vegetative growth during the warmer months. Low-elevation sites in this region often benefit from fertile alluvial soils and ample moisture, though they may also face greater diurnal temperature stability compared to highland gardens.
The relatively warm conditions at this altitude typically favour faster leaf development and higher yields, though the flush cycles and dormancy periods tend to follow the seasonal rhythm common to northern Zhejiang. Estates in Yuhang District are situated within the broader Hangzhou tea-growing zone, where geographic and climatic factors generally support the production of a range of tea styles, from delicate greens to more oxidised categories.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas. Lowland estates in Zhejiang typically yield green teas with a brisk, vegetal character, though the cup profile can vary widely depending on cultivar, plucking standard, and processing technique. Oolongs from this latitude often display a lighter oxidation and floral or creamy notes, while black teas tend toward malty or sweet profiles. The warm growing conditions at 7 metres generally favour teas with body and accessible, rounded flavour rather than the high-toned complexity sometimes associated with cooler, higher-altitude sites.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate is certified by 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 offers a level of assurance that the supply chain has been monitored against defined social and environmental criteria; for workers, it typically signals access to grievance mechanisms and adherence to legal employment standards, though the depth of impact can vary by site and audit cycle.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. lies at 30.3869, 119.8832 in Yuhang District, China. Its 7 m elevation is the joint 58th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Huzhou Jiasheng Tea Co., Ltd. — 21 km away · Zhejiang
- Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. — 26 km away · Hangzhou
- Zehjiang Tea Group — 29 km away · 218 Ti Yui Chang Road
- Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou — 30 km away · 218 Ti Yu Chang Road
- Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. — 31 km away · Xihu Dadao
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. (7 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. recorded 1,339 mm in 2025, 40% less than the 2,218 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brindaban tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 7 m | 2,379 mm | 30.1 °C |
| Fujian Firmenich Import \u0026 Export Co., Ltd | Fujian, China | 7 m | 1,489 mm | 26.0 °C |
| Martin Bauer Plant Extracts (China) Co., Ltd. | Zhejiang, China | 7 m | 1,547 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Ceylon Tea Marketing Pvt. Ltd - Factory | Sedawatte Road, Sri Lanka | 7 m | 2,840 mm | 30.0 °C |
| New Kirimetideniya | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 7 m | 2,837 mm | 30.2 °C |
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is drier than 78% of the others by 2025 rainfall; the lowest of the 60 estates by elevation; cooler than 64% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Hangzhou Yinquan 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 | Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 7 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,339 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 23.7 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 14.0 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,339 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (306 mm) and the driest was January (17 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.7 °C and overnight lows 14.0 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,339 mm |
| Wettest month | June (306 mm) |
| Driest month | January (17 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 14.0 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. located?
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is in Yuhang District, China, at coordinates 30.3869, 119.8832, at an elevation of about 7 metres.
Who operates Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd.?
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is operated by Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. produce?
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. hold?
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,339 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (306 mm).
How does Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. recorded 1,339 mm in 2025, 40% less rain than the 2,218 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].
