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Cumin Seeds

Cumin seeds are one of the most commercially important and internationally traded spices, recognised for their warm, earthy aroma and slightly bitter flavour. Derived from Cuminum cyminum, they are a fundamental ingredient in Indian, Middle Eastern, Mexican, and Mediterranean cuisines and a critical raw material for spice powder manufacturing, flavoured oil production, and herbal product industries worldwide.

Geodhara International exports machine-cleaned, graded cumin seeds sourced through our established supplier network in Gujarat, around the Unjha market, and Rajasthan. Available in varieties including Singapore, Europe, and Bold grades, each consignment is tested for purity, moisture content, volatile oil levels, and aflatoxin compliance to meet buyer specifications and international food safety standards.

Our target markets include the UAE, Bangladesh, the USA, China, and Turkey. For food manufacturers, spice blenders, edible oil processors, wholesalers, and trade buyers there, we offer bulk supply, competitive pricing, and full export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Gujarat - Unjha; Rajasthan)

Botanical NameCuminum cyminum

HS Code0909.31

Available GradesSingapore 99%, Europe 99%, Bold, machine cleaned 98%

Purity98% and above; 99% in the Singapore and Europe grades

Volatile OilMin 2.5%

ColourPale greenish brown, uniform

QualityCleaned, destoned and sortex graded

MoistureMax 10%

Packaging25 kg and 50 kg PP or jute bags, cartons

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Shelf Life18 - 24 months

StorageCool, dry and well ventilated, away from strong odours

GMO StatusNon-GM

Harvest PeriodArrivals Feb - Apr; supplied year round

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 13 MT

Quantity:Approx. 26 MT

Uses

Uses of Cumin Seeds

Curry powders, garam masala, spice blends and ready-meal seasonings for food manufacturers.
Whole seeds for tempering (tadka) in Indian cooking, through ethnic retail and food service.
Bread, cheese and European charcuterie.
Taco seasoning, chilli con carne and enchilada sauces in Mexican cuisine.

Known As

EnglishCumin Seeds

Hindiजीरा (Jeera)

Arabicكمون (Kammun)

Bengaliজিরা (Jira)

Chinese孜然 (Ziran)

TurkishKimyon

Nepaliजिरा (Jira)

FAQs

What grades of cumin seeds do you export?

We export Singapore, Europe and bold grade cumin with a minimum 2.5% volatile oil; the Singapore and Europe grades are sortex cleaned to 99% purity.

What is the volatile oil content of your cumin seeds?

Our cumin seeds carry a minimum 2.5% volatile oil, with the better grades running higher. Detailed lab test certificates are provided with every shipment.

Which regions are your cumin seeds sourced from?

Our cumin seeds are sourced through our supplier network in Gujarat, around the Unjha market, and in Rajasthan.

What packaging options are available?

We pack Cumin Seeds in 25 kg and 50 kg PP or jute bags or cartons. A 20 ft container holds approx. 13 MT and a 40 ft container holds approx. 26 MT. Private-label packing is available.

What export documentation do you provide?

Every shipment of Cumin Seeds comes with a phytosanitary certificate, a certificate of origin and the shipping documents, plus a fumigation certificate where the destination requires it. NABL lab test reports are supplied.