Cumin (Whole & Powder)

Cumin is a spice derived from the dried seed of a flowering plant in the parsley family, grown mainly in India. Both whole cumin seeds and cumin powder are used in cooking to add a warm, earthy, and slightly pungent flavour to dishes.

SMU EXIM is one of the top Cumin (Whole & Powder) Exporter from India
We cater to industry needs and requirements by providing our products in different packaging options.

Our cumin (whole and powdered) is carefully processed and packed using advanced techniques to retain its natural oils, fragrance, and freshness. We offer various packaging sizes and formats to meet the specific needs of global clients.
Whether for retail shelves or large-scale food production, SMU EXIM Cumin adds a signature Indian touch to every meal. With a focus on purity, reliability, and timely delivery, we make sure our clients receive nothing short of the best.

Discover the true flavor of India with SMU EXIM Cumin — a spice that speaks of tradition, quality, and trust.

Aroma and Flavour

Cumin gets its signature aroma and warm, earthy flavour from its essential oil, which contains cuminaldehyde (or cuminic aldehyde) as the primary compound. This key element gives cumin its powerful fragrance and distinctive taste. Other natural components of cumin oil include dihydrocuminaldehyde, dl-pinene, d-pinene, para-cymene, dipentene, and cuminyl alcohol, all of which contribute to its rich aromatic profile.

The dried cumin seed contains 2.5% to 5% essential oil, extracted mainly through steam distillation. Synthetic cuminaldehyde is sometimes used as an adulterant, but it is extremely difficult to detect through chemical methods, making pure sourcing very important.

Cumin itself is the dried, pale brown to greyish fruit of a slender annual herb that grows between 15 cm and 50 cm tall. Each seed features five prominent ridges and four lighter secondary ridges with short, fine hairs. The seeds are elongated, slightly curved, and measure 3–6 mm in length. They are mildly bitter with a warm, spicy flavour. The plant produces small, delicate flowers in shades of white or pale pink, arranged in compact umbels.

Various Origins of Cumin Seeds

Indian Cumin

India is the world’s largest producer and consumer of cumin. Indian cumin is known for its strong aroma and robust flavour, with an essential oil content ranging from 3% to 5%. The seeds are typically brown and are widely used across global cuisines for their consistent quality.

Middle Eastern Cumin

Produced in countries like Pakistan, Syria, and Turkey, Middle Eastern cumin has a distinct aroma and flavour compared to both Indian and Iranian varieties. Its essential oil content also ranges between 3% and 5%, making it a preferred choice for many spice blends in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking.

Crop Season

Cumin Seeds is grown as a Rabi crop in India and it is also grown well in sub-tropical climate too, best suited for sandy soil. Generally Cumin Seeds crop takes about 120-125 days to reach maturity level. Crop becomes ready to harvest, when plants turn yellowish brown. Harvesting of Cumin Seeds is done in the month of February-March. It requires less water and more cold for its better growth with ideal temperature of 20 to 30 degree. Cumin Seeds crop is highly sensitive to rain, if rain occurs during harvesting time (February to March) quality of the Cumin Seeds will be badly affected besides quantity damage (due to fungal diseases).

Common Packing For Container Shipment

Products	Packing	Container
Cumin Seeds	50kg PP Bags	260 Bags in 20’FCL 500 Bags in 40’FCL

Origin of Cumin Seeds with production

Specification

Properties	Values & Limits
Type	Machine cleaned / Sortexed/Extra Bold
Purity	99% / 98% / 99.50%
Total Ash	Max. 9.50%
Acid Insoluble Ash	Max. 1.75%
Flavour	Aromatic with a penetrating flavour
Moisture	Max. 10%
Volaile oil	Min 2.00 ml/100 gms
Salmonella	Absent/25 gms

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100gm

Facts About Cumin Seeds

Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is a flowering plant from the Apiaceae family, native to regions from the Eastern Mediterranean to South Asia. Its dried seeds—used whole or ground—are an important spice in global cuisines and traditional medicine.

Cumin plants grow 30–50 cm (12–20 in) tall and are harvested manually.
The plant has a slender, branched stem with a uniform canopy.
Leaves are 5–10 cm, pinnate/bipinnate with fine thread-like leaflets.
Flowers are small, white or pink, arranged in umbels.
The fruit is a 4–5 mm ovoid achene containing the cumin seed.
Cumin seeds are yellow-brown, oblong, ridged, and aromatic—similar to caraway.
Seeds contain oil canals, giving them a strong, distinctive flavor.

🌟 Cumin Seeds – Benefits & Uses

Cumin seeds are a powerhouse of flavor and health benefits, widely used across culinary and medicinal applications.

✔️ Culinary Uses

Essential spice in Indian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Asian cuisines.
Core ingredient in curry powders, masalas, and chicken dishes.
Popular in the Middle East for enhancing fish preparations.
Used both whole and ground, depending on the recipe.

✔️ Medicinal & Health Benefits

Helps boost digestion, metabolism, and overall energy levels.
Supports detoxification, helping eliminate toxins from the body.
Acts as a traditional medicinal herb for improving stamina and immunity.
May help in treating jaundice and other digestive issues.
Known for its chemical-free, natural healing properties.

✔️ Other Uses

Works as a flavoring agent for enhancing aroma and taste.
Widely used by exporters & suppliers in India due to high demand and versatility.