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Kloth & Köhnken Teehandel

History

Independent. Personal. Since 1992.

Fall 1991, tea traders Mathias Kloth and Axel Köhnken decide to go their own way. The former colleagues and friends become entrepreneurs. On January 1 1992 they launch their very own business: Kloth & Köhnken Teehandel GmbH.

From its humble beginnings until today, the company’s purpose did not change: to supply the marketplace and end-consumers with fine tea. Among buyers and sellers, word spreads quickly: Kloth & Köhnken stands for high quality and fair business practices.

The early years of the company are marked by close relationships with partners in countries of origin as well as an early commitment to organically farmed tea. Until today, both are essential to the Kloth & Köhnken culture.

History

Independent. Personal. Since 1992.

Fall 1991, tea traders Mathias Kloth and Axel Köhnken decide to go their own way. The former colleagues and friends become entrepreneurs. On January 1 1992 they launch their very own business: Kloth & Köhnken Teehandel GmbH.

From its humble beginnings until today, the company’s purpose did not change: to supply the marketplace and end-consumers with fine tea. Among buyers and sellers, word spreads quickly: Kloth & Köhnken stands for high quality and fair business practices.

The early years of the company are marked by close relationships with partners in countries of origin as well as an early commitment to organically farmed tea. Until today, both are essential to the Kloth & Köhnken culture.

Company Culture

Shared values

The Kloth & Köhnken values are firmly rooted:

In responsibility. In reliability. In consistency.

We never compromise when it comes to our standards. Satisfying our clients is paramount.

This is our purpose:

To make available the entire world of tea.

To import and distribute a safe and healthy product.

To promote organic farming and overall sustainability.

To establish and maintain long-term partnerships with customers and suppliers.

To foster transparency from tea bush to cup.

In compliance with clear guidelines

We guarantee extraordinary product safety. We achieve it through quality and hygiene management according to IFS guidelines. Moreover, we follow the German Tea Association’s code of conduct. To the letter.

Our ambition:

To present the best cup of tea to our customers.

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