Black Mustard Seeds

Leading Manufacturer, Supplier and Exporter of Black Mustard from India
ParameterSpecification
Product NameBlack Mustard Seeds
HS Code12075090
OriginIndia
Botanical NameBrassica nigra
FamilyBrassicaceae
Harvest TimeFebruary to April
Packing1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 40 kg (PP Bags or Customized)
Loading Capacity20 Ft: 12 MTS, 40 Ft: 24 MTS
Appearance/ColorSmall round seeds, dark brown to black in color
FormWhole
Aroma / FlavorStrong, pungent, earthy flavor when crushed
QualityPremium
MoistureMax. 8.00%
Acid Insoluble AshMax. 1.50%
Volatile OilMin. 1.0 mL/100g
Total AshMax. 6.00%

Product Specification:

1. Product Overview

Black mustard seeds are small, round, jet-black seeds from the Brassica nigra plant. They are prized for their sharp, pungent flavor and are a staple in Indian cuisine for tempering curries and dals. Known for their intense aroma and ability to add depth to food, black mustard seeds are used whole, ground, or for extracting oil.

We are a leading manufacturer and exporter based in Gujarat, India, offering premium quality black mustard seeds that are machine-cleaned, sorted, and packed to preserve their natural oil content and freshness. We cater to food manufacturers, spice processors, and international buyers with bulk and retail packaging options.


2. Uses

  • Culinary: Common in Indian tadka (tempering), pickling, mustard sauces, and spice mixes. Roasted or fried, they release a nutty, aromatic flavor.
  • Medicinal: Traditionally used in Ayurveda to stimulate digestion, relieve colds, and reduce inflammation.
  • Industrial: Used for mustard oil extraction, spice blends, and traditional medicine preparations.

3. Regions and Export Information

Black mustard seeds are cultivated in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. We procure high-quality produce directly from farms and process it at our Gujarat-based unit for both domestic and international markets.

Our export reach includes:

  • Asia: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Indonesia
  • Europe: Germany, UK, Netherlands, Italy
  • Americas: USA, Canada, Brazil
  • Africa: Egypt, South Africa, Kenya
  • Others: Australia, New Zealand

4. Indian & Foreign Names of Black Mustard Seeds

Indian Names

LanguageNameLanguageName
HindiKali Sarson, RaiGujaratiKali Rai
BengaliKalo ShorsheKannadaKarib Sasive
MarathiKaal MohoriMalayalamKarutha Kadugu
PunjabiKali SarsonTamilKaruppu Kadugu
TeluguNalla AvaluSanskritKrishna Siddhartha

Foreign Names

LanguageNameLanguageName
EnglishBlack Mustard SeedsFrenchGraines de Moutarde Noire
GermanSchwarze SenfkörnerSpanishSemillas de Mostaza Negra
ArabicHabat Al-Khardal Aswad (حب الخردل الأسود)ChineseHei Jie Zi (黑芥子)
RussianChyornaya GorchitsaTurkishSiyah Hardal Tohumu

Payment terms and details

L/C at sight 100% with prime bank and T/T
70% advance and remaining 30% was BL (Bill of lading) with scan documents

Price

FOB Mundra / JNPT / Chennai port /, CIF, CNF

Delivery Terms

15 days after signing in sale of contract

Loading Port

Mundra port and JNPT port

Samples

Free / DHL delivery fee paid by buyer