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White Poppy Seeds

White poppy seeds (Khus Khus) are a premium oilseed and culinary ingredient prized for their mild, nutty flavour and creamy off-white appearance. Widely used in Indian, Turkish, Eastern European, and Central Asian cuisines as a thickening agent in gravies and curries, as a topping for breads and pastries, and as a base for desserts, they are also a key raw material for edible oil extraction and food processing industries globally.

Geodhara International supplies machine-cleaned, graded white poppy seeds on an approved-import basis, poppy being a licensed crop that is not grown in South India. Each consignment is tested for purity, oil content, and moisture compliance to meet international food safety standards, subject to applicable regulations in the destination market.

We supply food manufacturers, bakery ingredient suppliers, edible oil processors, and wholesale distributors across Europe, Southeast Asia, and Africa with bulk supply, competitive pricing, and complete export documentation. Poppy seed is prohibited in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar, so we do not supply it to those markets.

Specification

Country of OriginSupplied on an approved import basis. Opium poppy is a licensed crop in India and is not grown in the south

Botanical NamePapaver somniferum

HS Code1207.91

Available FormsWhole seeds

Oil Content40% - 50%

Purity99% and above

ColourCreamy white to off white

QualityCleaned, destoned and sortex graded

MoistureMax 8%

Packaging25 kg PP bags; buyer packs on request

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Shelf Life12 - 18 months

StorageCool, dry and well ventilated, away from strong odours. Oilseeds go rancid if stored warm

GMO StatusNon-GM

Destination NoteNot supplied to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman or Qatar, where poppy seed is prohibited

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 17 MT

Quantity:Approx. 26 MT

Uses & Benefits

Used as a curry thickener and paste base in traditional Indian, Bengali, and Mughlai cuisine.
Essential topping for bakery products including rolls, breads, bagels, cakes, and pastries.
Key ingredient in confectionery, traditional sweets, and dessert preparations worldwide.
Used for poppy seed oil extraction, valued in cooking, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications.
Popular in European baking traditions for fillings, strudels, and seed-crusted breads.

Known As

EnglishWhite Poppy Seeds

Hindiखसखस (Khas Khas)

Arabicبذور الخشخاش (Budhur al-Khashkhash)

Sinhalaකස්කස් (Kaskas)

MalayBiji Kaskas

GermanWeißer Mohn

RussianБелый мак (Belyy mak)

Chinese白罂粟籽 (Bai Yingsu Zi)

Japanese白ケシの実 (Shiro Keshi no Mi)

SpanishSemillas de Amapola Blanca

FrenchGraines de Pavot Blanc

FAQs

What is the purity level of your white poppy seeds?

Our white poppy seeds are cleaned and sorted to 99% purity and above, with a uniform creamy white appearance. Detailed test certificates are provided with every shipment.

What is the oil content of your poppy seeds?

Our white poppy seeds contain 40% to 50% oil content, making them ideal for bakery, confectionery, oil extraction, and culinary applications.

Where are your white poppy seeds sourced from?

White poppy seed is supplied on an approved-import basis rather than from our South Indian sourcing base, opium poppy being a licensed crop that is not grown in the south. Origin details are confirmed with your quotation.

What packaging options are available?

We offer 25 kg and 50 kg PP bags, food-grade cartons, and custom private-label packaging to suit your market requirements.

What export documentation do you provide?

We provide complete export documentation including phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, fumigation certificate, NABL lab test reports, and shipping documents.