CUMIN POWDER
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cumin Powder |
| HS Code | 09093129 |
| Origin | India |
| Botanical Name | Cuminum cyminum |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Harvest Time | March to May |
| Packing | 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 40 kg (PP Bags or Customized) |
| Loading Capacity | 20 Ft: 17 MTS, 40 Ft: 28 MTS |
| Appearance/Color | Light brown to dark brown fine powder |
| Aroma / Flavor | Warm, earthy, slightly bitter with strong aroma |
| Form | Powder |
| Moisture | Max. 10.00% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | Max. 1.50% |
| Volatile Oil | Min. 2.0 mL/100g |
| Total Ash | Max. 9.50% |
| Purity | Min. 99% |
| Microbiological | As per international food safety standards |
Product Specification
1. Product Overview
Cumin Powder, also known as Jeera Powder, is a staple spice made by grinding dried cumin seeds (Cuminum cyminum). It has a distinctive earthy, nutty flavor that adds warmth and depth to a variety of dishes. Roasted cumin powder, prepared by dry-roasting the seeds before grinding, has a deeper, smokier aroma and is widely used in Indian cuisine. At Zest n Zing, a trusted manufacturer and exporter based in Gujarat, India, we offer both regular and roasted cumin powder in finely milled, hygienically processed form with high essential oil content and no added color or preservatives.
2. Uses
- Culinary:
- Enhances flavor in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines
- Used in spice blends, chutneys, chaats, raitas, gravies, and beverages like buttermilk
- Roasted cumin powder is preferred in salads, yogurts, and cooling drinks
- Medicinal/Traditional:
- Known for aiding digestion and improving appetite
- Used in Ayurvedic formulations for detoxifying and balancing metabolism
- Industrial:
- Widely used in ready-to-eat meals, snacks, seasonings, and spice mixes
3. Regions and Export Information
Our cumin seeds are sourced from premium growing areas of Rajasthan and Gujarat and ground in our ISO-certified facility in Gujarat.
Export Presence Includes:
- Asia: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bangladesh
- Europe: UK, Germany, France, Netherlands
- North America: USA, Canada, Mexico
- Africa: Egypt, Kenya, South Africa
- Oceania: Australia, New Zealand
4. Indian & Foreign Names of Cumin
| Indian Language | Name | Foreign Language | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Jeera, Jira | English | Cumin |
| Gujarati | Jiru, Jeeru | French | Cumin |
| Bengali | Zeera, Jira | Spanish | Comino |
| Kannada | Jeeriege | German | Römischer Kümmel |
| Kashmiri | Zyur | Italian | Comino |
| Malayalam | Jeerakam | Dutch | Komijn |
| Marathi | Jeregire | Portuguese | Cominho |
| Oriya | Jeera | Arabic | Kammun |
| Sindhi | Zero | Russian | Kmin |
| Tamil | Ziragum, Jeeragam | Chinese | Machin (孜然粉) |
| Telugu | Jidakara, Jikaka |
5. Packaging & Customization
- Retail Packs:
- 50g, 100g, 200g, 500g, 1 kg in pouches or spice jars
- Bulk Packs:
- 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg in laminated or HDPE packaging
- Private Labeling Available:
- Custom packaging and branding for domestic and international markets
6. Certifications & Quality Standards
- FSSAI Certified
- ISO 22000 & HACCP Compliant
- Spice Board of India Registration
- Roasted under controlled temperature to preserve oils
- Complies with EU, Gulf, and FDA quality parameters
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