USDA NOP + EU Organic Certified

Organic Cumin Seeds
Gujarat (Unjha), India

99.5% purity, 3% volatile oil minimum. From Unjha — the world's largest cumin trading market. APEDA registered, USDA NOP & EU Organic. FOB/CIF flexible. MOQ 1×20' FCL.

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Radiance Overseas is an APEDA and Spices Board RCMC certified organic cumin seeds exporter from India, supplying Europe-grade, Singapore-grade, and USA-grade organic cumin to spice importers, private label brands, and food manufacturers worldwide. USDA NOP + EU Organic certified, GC-MS tested.

Origin: Rajasthan / Gujarat, India. Volatile Oil: min 2.5%. Moisture: max 9%. HS Code: 0909.21. FOB Nhava Sheva / Mundra / Kandla.

Certified For Global Market: USDA NOP Organic EU Organic (NPOP) APEDA Registered India Organic (NPOP) ISO 22000

Why Radiance for Organic Cumin

Unjha origin, premium purity, volatile oil certified, USDA NOP + EU Organic, flexible logistics

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Unjha Market Origin (Gujarat)

Direct sourcing from Unjha — India's cumin capital. Processes 80%+ of India's cumin. Higher volatile oil (3.0-3.5%), greener colour, uniform seed size, premium quality tier.

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99.5% Purity Min

European/USA grade minimum. Sortex cleaned, foreign matter <0.5%. NABL-accredited COA per lot confirming purity against ISTA standards.

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Volatile Oil 3% Min

ASTA method tested. Typical 3.0-3.5% for Unjha origin. Higher than Turkish (2.0-2.5%) and Syrian origins. Key marker of flavour potency.

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USDA NOP + EU Organic

NPOP bilateral equivalency (USDA since 2012, EU since 2006). Nil detect for synthetic pesticides. Organic Transaction Certificate per shipment.

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FOB/CIF Flexible

FOB Mundra or JNPT. CIF any port. FCL 20' = 18 MT. LCL from 1 MT. Europe 18-22 days, USA 22-26 days transit.

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Annual Crop Supply

January-March harvest from verified organic Unjha farmer cooperatives. Peak pricing April-June. Stable supply July-December. Long-term contract pricing available.

Organic Cumin Grades & Varieties

Multiple grades available for different market requirements

Grade Purity Foreign Matter Screen Certification
European Grade 99% 0.5% max 2mm EU MRL Compliant
USA Grade (ASTA) 99.5% 0.1% max 3mm USDA NOP Compliant
Singapore/Asia Grade 98% 1% max 2.5mm Light colour preferred
IPM Grade 98.5% 0.5% max 2mm Controlled residues
Organic Grade (USDA NOP) 99% 0.5% max 2mm OTC certified, nil detect
Double Cleaned 99.8% 0.1% max 2-3mm Premium retail grade

Quality Parameters — Organic Cumin Specs

Standard NABL-accredited testing per batch. All parameters compliant with USDA NOP and EU Organic standards.

Parameter Specification Test Method
Moisture 8% max ISO 665
Purity (hand picked) 99.5% ISTA Standards / Sortex
Volatile Oil 3.0% min (ASTA) ASTA Method 26.1
Admixture 0.5% max Visual + Sieve Analysis
Aflatoxin (B1) <10 ppb HPLC / Immunoassay
Pesticide Residues EU MRL (nil detect organic) GC-MS / LC-MS (NABL)
Heavy Metals Pb <0.5 mg/kg, Cd <0.1 ICP-OES
Colour Green-grey (typical Unjha) Visual + Spectrophotometry
HS Code 0909.21 (Cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground) Harmonized System
Incoterms FOB Mundra / JNPT  |  CIF destination port Lead time: 10–14 days from PO

Cumin Origins — Harvest & Pricing Cycles

Primary origins & seasonal market dynamics

Gujarat (Unjha) — Premium Tier

India's largest cumin trading hub. Processes 80%+ of India's cumin. Higher volatile oil (3.0-3.5%), greener colour, uniform seed size. Harvest: Jan-Mar. Peak pricing: Apr-Jun. Average availability: Year-round from reserves.

Rajasthan (Barmer) — Secondary Origin

Barmer district cumin also significant. Slightly lower volatile oil (2.5-3.0%). Competitive pricing. Harvest: Feb-Apr. Often blended with Gujarat origin for quality balance.

Seasonal Pricing Trends

Peak (Apr-Jun): Post-harvest buying season. Peak pricing USD 2,800-3,200/MT. Stabilisation (Jul-Dec): Prices soften USD 1,800-2,400/MT. Reserve stock available year-round from Unjha warehouses.

Applications & End Markets

Global demand across diverse food and beverage sectors

Spice Blending

Masala powders, curry mixes, garam masala base.

Food Manufacturing

Ready meals, soup stocks, instant noodles, sauces.

Essential Oil Extract

Cosmetics, aromatherapy, pharmaceutical flavouring.

Organic Retail

Packaged organic spices for natural food retailers.

Food Service

Restaurants, catering, hotel supply (bulk packs).

Ayurvedic Medicine

Therapeutic formulations, herbal medicine base.

Logistics & Shipping

Global export logistics from India — FOB/CIF, containerized freight

Export Ports

FOB Mundra (preferred, closest to Unjha) or JNPT (Mumbai). Both major container ports with organic/spice handling expertise.

Container Capacity

FCL 20' = ~18 MT cumin. FCL 40' = ~24 MT. LCL from 1 MT. Multiple spices per container accepted (2 MT min per item).

Transit Times

To Europe: 18-22 days (Hamburg, Rotterdam). To USA: 22-26 days (East Coast / West Coast).

Packaging

25 kg PP bags (food-grade, moisture-proof), 50 kg jute bags, custom retail 1-5 kg packs available.

Incoterms

FOB (Mundra/JNPT) or CIF (destination port) pricing. DDP available for select buyers. Currency: USD or EUR.

Documentation

Organic Transaction Certificate (OTC), COA, Phytosanitary, APEDA Certificate of Origin, commercial invoice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Gujarat (Unjha) cumin seeds the best in the world?
Gujarat's Unjha town is India's largest cumin trading hub, processing 80%+ of India's cumin production. Gujarat cumin (jeera) is prized for: higher volatile oil content (3.0-3.5% vs 2.0-2.5% in other origins), greener colour (preferred by European and US buyers), smaller and more uniform seed size, and consistent crop quality due to ideal semi-arid climate. Radiance Overseas sources directly from Unjha-registered farmers and trader associations.
What is the purity specification for Indian organic cumin seeds?
Our organic cumin seeds meet the following specs: purity 99.5% minimum (European grade), volatile oil 3.0% minimum (ASTA method), moisture 8% maximum, admixture 0.5% maximum, aflatoxin B1 <10 ppb (EU/USDA threshold), pesticide residues at EU MRL (organic grade: nil detect for synthetics). NABL-accredited COA provided per lot. USDA NOP Organic Transaction Certificate per shipment.
What is the current FOB price for organic cumin seeds from India?
FOB Mundra/JNPT price for organic cumin seeds varies with crop season. Typical range: USD 2,200-3,200/MT FOB for USDA NOP organic grade. Conventional European grade: USD 1,600-2,400/MT FOB. Prices are highest April-June (post-harvest buying season) and typically lower August-December. Contact us for current lot pricing — we respond within 24 hours with price, crop year, and COA.
Is Indian organic cumin equivalent to other origins (Turkish, Syrian, Iranian cumin)?
Indian cumin (Cuminum cyminum) from Gujarat/Rajasthan is the same species as Turkish and Syrian cumin. Indian organic cumin typically has higher volatile oil (3.0-3.5% vs 2.0-2.5% for Turkish) and greener colour. Iranian cumin is also high quality but supply has been restricted due to trade sanctions. For buyers seeking USDA NOP or EU Organic certification, Indian origin is the most reliable — certified supply from Turkey and Iran is limited. Radiance Overseas is APEDA-registered and ships to 30+ countries.
What certifications does organic cumin from Radiance Overseas carry?
USDA NOP Organic (via NPOP bilateral equivalency since 2012), EU Organic Regulation (NPOP equivalency since 2006), India Organic (NPOP), APEDA export registration, Spices Board RCMC. Each shipment: Organic Transaction Certificate (OTC), NABL-accredited COA (volatile oil, moisture, purity, aflatoxin, pesticide residues, heavy metals), Phytosanitary Certificate, APEDA Certificate of Origin.

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24-hour response with FOB pricing, current crop year, COA, and sample availability. Flexible MOQ from 1×20' FCL.

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