In short: Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is a tea estate in Zhuji City, Zhejiang Province, China, operated by the company of the same name and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is a tea estate located in Zhuji City, Zhejiang Province, China, at an elevation of 10 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd., which also manages two other estates recorded in this directory. The operation is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, though no commercial buyers are currently recorded in available trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 10 metres elevation in Zhuji City, this estate occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of Zhejiang's coastal plain areas. Estates at such modest altitudes in this latitude—approximately 29° north—typically experience a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters, though diurnal temperature variation tends to be less pronounced than at higher elevations. The growing season in lowland Zhejiang sites generally begins early in the calendar year, often allowing multiple flushes through spring and summer.
Low-elevation estates in this region typically benefit from fertile alluvial soils and consistent moisture, though the lack of altitude means reduced natural cooling and less of the stress that can concentrate flavour compounds in the leaf. Such conditions generally favour vigorous growth and higher yields, with leaf character shaped more by cultivar selection and processing skill than by the tempering influence of elevation.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green, oolong, and black teas. Zhejiang Province is historically associated with green tea production, and estates in this region typically yield teas with a clean, vegetal character when processed in the green style. Oolong production at lower elevations in eastern China often results in lighter oxidation styles, while black teas from such sites tend toward briskness rather than the round sweetness sometimes found in high-grown leaves. The range of tea types suggests a diversified processing capability, though specific flavour profiles will depend on cultivar, season, and manufacturing technique.
Operator
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. operates this estate alongside two other properties recorded in this directory, indicating a multi-site production model within the region. The company's portfolio suggests a degree of vertical integration or regional consolidation, though the scale and structure of the wider operation remain undisclosed in available records.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that monitors labour standards, environmental practices, and social welfare across tea supply chains. For buyers, ETP certification provides independent assurance that the estate has undergone regular audits against the partnership's code of conduct, covering issues such as wages, working hours, health and safety, and pesticide management. For workers, membership signals a commitment to ongoing improvement in workplace conditions and access to grievance mechanisms, though the effectiveness of such schemes depends on consistent monitoring and enforcement.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. lies at 29.2026, 121.9370 in Zhuji City, China. Its 10 m elevation is the 56th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Shaoxing Jianming Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 124 km away · Shangyu City
- Martin Bauer Plant Extracts (China) Co., Ltd. — 203 km away · Zhejiang
- Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. — 207 km away · Xihu Dadao
- Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou — 208 km away · 218 Ti Yu Chang Road
- Zehjiang Tea Group — 209 km away · 218 Ti Yui Chang Road
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. (10 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. recorded 1,401 mm in 2025, 43% less than the 2,443 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neptune Tea Estates Limited | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 10 m | 2,233 mm | 29.8 °C |
| SSK Exports Limited | 1ST FLOOR, India | 10 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Parisons Estate And Industries Private Limited | West Bengal, India | 10 m | 1,951 mm | 31.3 °C |
| BADDEGAMA IDIGASKATIYA | Baddegama, Sri Lanka | 10 m | 3,346 mm | 29.5 °C |
| Uda Radella Tea Estate | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 10 m | 2,828 mm | 29.9 °C |
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is drier than 63% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 93% of the others by elevation; cooler than 68% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Zhejiang Shanming Tea 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 | Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 10 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,401 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 23.0 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.8 °C | 14.8 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,401 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (333 mm) and the driest was December (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.0 °C and overnight lows 15.8 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,401 mm |
| Wettest month | July (333 mm) |
| Driest month | December (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. located?
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is in Zhuji City, China, at coordinates 29.2026, 121.9370, at an elevation of about 10 metres.
Who operates Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd.?
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is operated by Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. produce?
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. hold?
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,401 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (333 mm).
How does Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Zhejiang Shanming Tea Co., Ltd. recorded 1,401 mm in 2025, 43% less rain than the 2,443 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].
