In short: Raidang-D Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Assam, India, operated by M.K. Shah Exports Ltd., and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Raidang-D Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Raidang T.E. 122 Fs.Gt area of Assam, India, at approximately 27.55°N, 95.55°E. The estate sits at an elevation of 130 metres and is operated by M.K. Shah Exports Ltd., a company that manages a portfolio of seven tea estates in the region. No buyer relationships are currently recorded in public supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 130 metres above sea level, Raidang-D occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of Assam's river valleys, where the climate is typically humid and warm throughout much of the year. Estates at this elevation in Assam generally experience monsoon rains from May through September, with the combination of heat, moisture and alluvial soils tending to encourage vigorous vegetative growth. The latitude—just above 27°N—places the estate in a subtropical zone where frost is rare and the growing season extends across most of the calendar year.
Low-altitude gardens in Assam are often subject to considerable temperature and humidity fluctuations between the dry winter months and the peak of the monsoon, and these shifts typically influence both flush timing and leaf biochemistry. Drainage and mist patterns in valley locations can vary significantly over short distances, meaning that microclimates within a single estate may shape the character of different pickings. The interplay of warmth, rainfall and soil type at this elevation generally favours the production of robust, full-bodied teas with the malty and brisk profile for which Assam is internationally recognised.
Tea Produced
Raidang-D produces black tea, the dominant category across Assam's low-elevation estates. Teas from gardens at similar altitudes in the region tend to yield a bold, malty liquor with good body and a brisk, slightly astringent finish. The warmth and humidity typical of this elevation generally encourage rapid leaf growth, which can contribute to teas with strong colour and a full, rounded character in the cup, though precise flavour development will vary with season, manufacturing technique and the timing of each flush.
Operator
M.K. Shah Exports Ltd. operates Raidang-D alongside six other tea estates catalogued in our directory, giving the company a meaningful footprint in the Assam producing landscape. Multi-estate operators of this scale typically benefit from shared agronomic expertise, centralised processing infrastructure and consolidated marketing, which can offer both operational efficiencies and supply consistency for buyers seeking volume. The presence of a single operator across multiple gardens also tends to facilitate traceability and the implementation of common sustainability or certification standards across the portfolio.
Certifications & Ethics
Raidang-D holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that works with estates and brands to promote better labour practices, environmental stewardship and community development. ETP membership typically involves regular audits against the organisation's code of conduct, covering issues such as wages, working hours, health and safety, freedom of association and the responsible use of agrochemicals. For buyers, the certification offers a degree of assurance that baseline social and environmental standards are monitored, though it is one of several frameworks in use across the industry and should be considered alongside other due-diligence measures.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Raidang-D Tea Estate lies at 27.5506, 95.5466 in Raidang T.E. 122 Fs.Gt, India. Its 130 m elevation is the 120th highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Samdang Tea Estate — 2.9 km away · Samdang T.E.48 Fs. C
- Raidang Tea Estate — 3.3 km away · Mulan Pathar Gaon
- BUDLABETA — 5.0 km away · Assam
- Hokonguri — 6.5 km away · Assam
- Beesakopie — 7.3 km away · Kolkata
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Raidang-D Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Raidang-D Tea Estate (130 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Raidang-D Tea Estate recorded 2,874 mm in 2025, 12% more than the 2,565 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co, Op Cola | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 130 m | 2,624 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Borpatra Tea Estate | Borpatra Tea Estate, India | 131 m | 2,784 mm | 28.4 °C |
| Thammenna | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 129 m | 2,624 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Zhejiang Wuyi Tea Base | P.R, China | 128 m | 1,604 mm | 24.6 °C |
| Koomber | Kumbhir, India | 132 m | 3,190 mm | 29.7 °C |
Raidang-D Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Raidang-D Tea Estate is wetter than 60% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 52% of the others by elevation; cooler than 61% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Raidang-D Tea Estate against the 249 other estates we map in India, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Raidang-D Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 130 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,874 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.1 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.2 °C | 19.3 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Raidang-D Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Raidang-D Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,874 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (465 mm) and the driest was December (11 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.1 °C and overnight lows 19.2 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,874 mm |
| Wettest month | April (465 mm) |
| Driest month | December (11 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.2 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Raidang-D Tea Estate located?
Raidang-D Tea Estate is in Raidang T.E. 122 Fs.Gt, India, at coordinates 27.5506, 95.5466, at an elevation of about 130 metres.
Who operates Raidang-D Tea Estate?
Raidang-D Tea Estate is operated by M.K. Shah Exports Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Raidang-D Tea Estate produce?
Raidang-D Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Raidang-D Tea Estate hold?
Raidang-D Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Raidang-D Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,874 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (465 mm).
How does Raidang-D Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Raidang-D Tea Estate recorded 2,874 mm in 2025, 12% more rain than the 2,565 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].
