Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
Premium Rajasthan Cumin — Bold Aroma — Sortex Cleaned
Cumin Seeds (Jeera) — Export Quality from India
Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
India produces 70%+ of the world's cumin. The finest cumin comes from the Thar Desert belt of Rajasthan and the Unjha region of Gujarat — where the arid climate and sandy soil produce bold, dark, aromatic cumin seeds with high volatile oil content. Aethon Overseas sources directly from these premium belts. Available machine cleaned, sortex cleaned, and double cleaned.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Parameter | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | Maximum 9% | Hot air oven method |
| Volatile Oil | Minimum 2.5% | By steam distillation |
| Total Ash | Maximum 9.5% | On dry weight basis |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% (machine clean), 0.5% (sortex) | Visual inspection |
| Admixture | Maximum 2% | Visual inspection |
| Colour | Dark brown-green, uniform | Visual grading |
| Pesticide Residue | Below EU MRL limits | Multi-residue LCMS |
AVAILABLE FORMS & VARIANTS
Machine Cleaned
Standard cleaning grade
Sortex Cleaned
Colour-sorted, premium
Double Cleaned
Highest purity grade
Cumin Powder
Fresh ground, bold aroma
USES & APPLICATIONS
Food Manufacturing
- Spice blends and curry powder
- Seasoning mixes and chaat masala
- Snack coatings and flavourings
Food Processing
- Bread and bakery products
- Sauce and dressing manufacturing
- Ready meal seasoning
HoReCa
- Restaurant spice supply
- Catering and food service
- Institutional kitchen supply
Pharmaceutical
- Carminative preparations
- Ayurvedic formulations
- Traditional medicine ingredients
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
Packaging Options
| Pack Type | Sizes Available | MOQ |
|---|---|---|
| Jute Bags | 25kg, 50kg | 500kg |
| PP Bags | 25kg, 50kg | 500kg |
| Retail Pouches | 50g, 100g, 200g, 500g, 1kg | 1000 units |
Shipping Information
- Air Freight: 3–7 days worldwide
- Sea Freight (FCL): 15–35 days
- Incoterms: FOB, CIF, EXW available
- Port of Loading: Mundra / JNPT / Nhava Sheva
- Documentation: All export documentation included
QUALITY ASSURANCE & DOCUMENTATION
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
NABL-accredited lab testing per batch
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by Plant Quarantine, Govt. of India
APEDA Registration
Mandatory agri export certification
FSSAI License
Indian food safety compliance
Fumigation Certificate
ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging
WHY AETHON OVERSEAS
Three reasons importers in 30+ countries choose us for sourcing from India:
Direct from Source
Direct sourcing from premium growing belts of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Kerala, and Maharashtra — eliminating mandi intermediaries and delivering 8–12% lower landed cost than market aggregators.
NABL-Tested Every Lot
Every consignment ships with a Certificate of Analysis from NABL-accredited laboratories, covering moisture, microbiology, pesticide residues, and product-specific quality markers.
End-to-End Logistics
FOB Mundra/JNPT, CIF to any port, EXW Ankleshwar — including phytosanitary certificate, Certificate of Origin, and destination compliance documents (USDA, EU Organic, Halal, Kosher).
Indicative Pricing & MOQ Reference
Live FOB pricing on request — varies with crop season, grade, MOQ, and packaging. Trial samples available before bulk commitment.
| Grade / Form | MOQ | Indicative FOB | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trial sample | 500 g | Free + freight at cost | 5–7 days |
| Standard / machine cleaned | 1 MT | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Premium / sortex cleaned | 1 MT | USD on request | 2–3 weeks |
| Bulk container (FCL) | 10–25 MT | Volume discount | 3–4 weeks |
Trusted by Importers Worldwide
Trusted by 100+ importers, distributors, and food manufacturers across 30+ countries.
“Consistent quality across 12 shipments. The COA documentation is the cleanest I’ve seen from an Indian exporter — speeds up our incoming QC.”
— Importer, United Kingdom
“Delivered to spec, on time, with phytosanitary docs ready before sailing. Smooth customs clearance at Jebel Ali — exactly what a busy distributor needs.”
— Distributor, UAE
“Custom packaging request was handled professionally. Pricing is competitive and the team is responsive on WhatsApp — even on weekends.”
— Food Manufacturer, USA
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Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
Common questions from importers about sourcing, quality, and exporting Cumin Seeds (Jeera) from India.
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What is the minimum volatile oil content for export-quality cumin seeds?Our premium Indian Cumin (Jeera) is guaranteed to have a minimum volatile oil content of 2.5%. This is achieved by sourcing from the arid Thar Desert region, where the climate naturally maximizes the concentration of essential oils and aroma in the seeds.
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Why is cumin from the Rajasthan and Unjha belts considered world-class?The Rajasthan (Bikaner, Jodhpur) and Unjha (Gujarat) belts produce 70%+ of the world's cumin. These regions offer the perfect combination of sandy soil and low humidity, resulting in bold, dark, and highly aromatic seeds that are preferred by global spice manufacturers.
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Should I choose Machine Cleaned or Sortex Cleaned cumin for my business?Machine Cleaned is ideal for industrial processing and grinding. For gourmet retail or whole-seed applications where purity and appearance are critical, we recommend our Sortex Cleaned (99.5% purity) or Double Cleaned grades to ensure zero foreign matter.
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What are the standard packaging and MOQ requirements for cumin?For bulk orders, we offer 25kg or 50kg Jute and PP bags with a 500kg MOQ. For private label retail, we offer pouches from 50g to 1kg with a 1000-unit MOQ. All shipments include full export documentation and COAs.
Still have questions? Our export team typically responds within 2 hours on WhatsApp — even for complex compliance or documentation queries.
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