Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum
Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Common Names: Jeera, Zeera, Cumin
PRODUCT FEATURES
• Variety: Indian Bold / European Quality / Singapore Quality (available on request)
• Appearance: Uniform, greenish-brown elongated seeds, free from extraneous matter
• Aroma: Warm, aromatic, and distinctively earthy with slight citrus notes
• Taste: Mildly bitter, nutty, with a lingering peppery warmth
• Moisture Content: Max 10%
• Volatile Oil Content: Min 2.5% (as per ASTA/ESA standards)
• Admixture: Max 1–2% (customisable as per buyer specification)
QUALITY STANDARDS FOLLOWED
• FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) compliant
• AGMARK certified (on request)
• Suitable for export under APEDA guidelines
• Available with Organic certification (NPOP / NOP / EU Organic — on request)
AVAILABLE GRADES
• Commodity Grade (local market use)
• FAQ Grade (Fair Average Quality — domestic bulk)
• Export Grade / Machine Cleaned
• Sortex Cleaned / Double Cleaned (premium export)
PACKAGING OPTIONS
• 25 kg / 50 kg PP woven bags with inner liner
• 5 kg, 10 kg retail-friendly bags
• Private label / custom packaging available on bulk orders
SHELF LIFE & STORAGE
• Shelf Life: 18–24 months from date of packing
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Ideal storage temperature: Below 25°C
APPLICATIONS
• Culinary: Tempering (tadka), spice blends (garam masala, chole masala, etc.), curries, rice dishes, breads, pickles, marinades
• Food Processing: Input for cumin powder, oleoresin, essential oil extraction
• Ayurveda & Functional Food: Digestive aid; used in herbal formulations
• Export: Key ingredient for global ethnic food manufacturers
MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY (MOQ)
• Domestic: 50 kg
• Export: 1 MT (metric tonne) and above
HSN CODE: 0909 21 00 (Cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground)