Whole Cumin Seeds

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Whole Cumin Seeds (Cuminum cyminum), locally known as Jeera or Zeera, are one of the most widely used culinary spices in the world. Sourced from the fertile agro-climatic regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat, India — the world's largest producer and exporter — our whole cumin seeds are known for their warm, earthy aroma and distinctly nutty, slightly peppery flavour profile.

These seeds are carefully harvested, cleaned, and graded to meet domestic food-grade and international export-grade quality standards. Ideal for use in whole form for tempering (tadka), spice blends, pickling, and seasoning, they are a staple ingredient in Indian, Middle Eastern, Mexican, and Mediterranean cuisines.

Our whole cumin seeds are available in bulk and retail packaging, suited for food manufacturers, HORECA (Hotels, Restaurants & Catering), spice processors, and retail buyers across domestic and global markets.

PRAMEENA FOODS

Nashik, India

Business Operations: Merchant

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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)
Established in: 2026
Bussiness Type: Sole Proprietorship
Bussiness Type: Merchant
MSME: Yes
Countries exporting to: China, Bangladesh, Nepal
Export Turnover (3 years): Less than US$10,000
Certifications: Udyam Registration Certificate , GST certificate (Form GST REG-06) , Impoet Export Code
Countries would like to export to: United Arab Emirates, United States, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, United Kingdom, Netherlands The, Sri Lanka, Germany, Vietnam, Spain, Japan
No of employees: 1-10

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