Cumin Seed
Earthy, smoky and slightly bitter; essential in Indian, Middle Eastern and Mexican cooking.
- Minimum order
- 1,000 kg per product (mixed containers welcome)
- HS code
- 0909.31
- Origin
- India
- Shelf life
- 12–24 months in cool, dry storage
Overview
About Cumin Seed
India grows most of the world's cumin, and Gujarat and Rajasthan are its heartland.
Cleaned and graded to the quality your market expects.
Specifications
Grades, forms & quality parameters
Quality parameters
| Moisture | ≤ 10% |
|---|---|
| Total ash | ≤ 8% |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤ 1.5% |
Typical values. Exact specifications are agreed in the contract and confirmed per lot with a certificate of analysis.
Available forms & grades
| Form / grade | Detail |
|---|---|
| Europe Quality | 99.5% / 99% purity |
| Singapore Quality | 99% / 98% purity |
| Gulf Quality | 98% purity |
Custom cut sizes, mesh and grades on request.
Packing & shipping
Trade terms at a glance
Packing
25/50 kg poly-lined jute or PP bags; cartons, vacuum packs and private label on request
Container load
Approx. 14–18 MT per 20ft container, depending on packing. Confirmed in every quotation.
Minimum order
1,000 kg per product (mixed containers welcome)
Lead time
Typically 15–25 days after advance or L/C, depending on product and quantity
Incoterms
FOB, CFR, CIF (Incoterms® 2020); DAP on request
Payment terms
30% advance by T/T, balance against documents or by L/C at sight
Quality & documents
Tested, inspected, documented
Microbiological test report for every batch; pre-shipment inspection by SGS or TÜV; buyer-nominated inspection on request.
APEDA Registration-cum-Membership
Spices Board
ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
Importer-Exporter Code
Shipping documents
- Commercial invoice
- packing list
- bill of lading
- certificate of origin
- phytosanitary certificate
- fumigation certificate (where required)
- batch test report
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