Cumin Seeds

Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum

Also Known As: जीरा (Hindi), كمون (Arabic), ጂራ (Amharic), Jira (Swahili), Komyn (Afrikaans), Ikumini (Zulu), Kimino (Yoruba), Cumin (French), คมิน (Thai), Thì là Ai Cập (Vietnamese), Jintan putih (Malay/Indonesian), ကမင်း (Burmese), Kumino (Tagalog)

HS Code

0909.31

Origin

India

Shelf Life

24 Months

Moisture

Max 10%

FSSAIAPEDA RegisteredSpices Board RegisteredOrganic Available

Quality Grades

GradeDescriptionKey Metric
Singapore Quality99% purity, bold seeds3-4%
Europe Quality99.5% purity, machine cleaned2.5-3.5%
US Quality99.9% purity, sortex cleaned2.5-3%
Gulf Quality98-99% purity3-4%
Grinding95-97% purity2.5-3.5%

Key Metric represents Oil Content indicates the percentage of essential volatile oils that contribute to aroma, flavor intensity, and medicinal properties.

Packing

PP Bags, Jute Bags, Carton or Custom

Standard Sizes: 10Kg, 25 Kg, 50 Kg or Custom

Note: All packaging options are flexible and can be combined based on your requirements. Custom solutions available for bulk orders.

Product Specifications

ParameterSpecification
AppearanceWhole, oval-shaped, ridged seeds with consistent size
ColorBrownish-yellow to dark brown
Size4mm to 6mm length
Moisture8% to 10% max
Purity95% to 99.5% (depending on grade)
Foreign Matter1% max
Admixture1% max
Broken Seeds2% max
SmellStrong, distinctive, warm, and aromatic

Chemical Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Moisture Content8% to 10% max
Total Ash9% max
Acid Insoluble Ash1.5% max
Volatile Oil Content2.5% to 4%
Crude Fiber10% to 15%
Pesticide ResidueAs per international standards
Microbial LoadAs per food safety standards

Applications

  • Curry Powders & Blends
  • Bakery Products
  • Meat Seasoning
  • Cheese & Dairy
  • Traditional Medicine

About This Product

Premium cumin seeds from the arid regions of Gujarat and Rajasthan, India — the world's largest cumin producer. Our seeds are known for their bold ridged appearance, warm earthy aroma, and high essential oil content that defines authentic Indian cuisine.