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Cumin Powder Exporter & Manufacturer in India

Cuminum cyminum•Origin: Unjha, Gujarat•HS Code: 0909 32 00

JM Masala manufactures and exports 100% pure Ground Cumin Powder (Jeera Powder) from Unjha, Gujarat. Cold-milled from high-purity Sortex whole cumin seeds to prevent volatile oil dissipation and flavor loss.

Looking for Whole Cumin Seeds / Jeera?Source machine-cleaned and Sortex optical-graded Unjha cumin seeds (98% to 99.9% purity).
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Key Commercial Checkpoints:
Mesh Size:40 to 80 mesh custom ground
Purity:100% Pure Cumin Ground
Moisture:Max 8%
Total Ash:Max 8.5%
Volatile Oil:Min 1.8% to 3.0%
Cumin Powder supplied for export by JM MasalaExport Grade
Origin MandiUnjha, Gujarat, India
Loading SeaportMundra Port (INMUN1) / JNPT
Purity Standard100% Pure | Mesh 40-80 | Steam Sterilized
20ft FCL Capacity14.0 to 15.0 Metric Tons loose stuffed
CertificationsFSSAI • APEDA • ISO 22000

Export Specifications & Quality Parameters

Standard commercial, physical, chemical, and microbiological parameters aligned to international contracts and customs regulations.

Core Specifications
Mesh Size40 to 80 mesh custom ground
Purity100% Pure Cumin Ground
MoistureMax 8%
Total AshMax 8.5%
Volatile OilMin 1.8% to 3.0%
SterilizationSteam Sterilized / ETO Free options
General Information
Botanical NameCuminum cyminum
OriginUnjha, Gujarat, India
FormatGround Powder
Shelf Life12 to 18 months
Physical Specifications
Mesh Size40 to 80 mesh custom ground
Purity100% Pure Cumin Ground
MoistureMax 8%
Chemical Specifications
Volatile OilMin 1.8% to 3.0%
Total AshMax 8.5%
Acid Insoluble AshMax 1.2%
Microbiological Parameters
Total Plate Count< 1,000,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold< 100,000 cfu/g
E. coliAbsent
SalmonellaAbsent / 25g

Contaminants & Safety Compliance

  • •Pesticide and aflatoxin test compliant
Third-party laboratory reports can be shared where available and applicable to the tested lot, against buyer-specified requirements.

Export Packaging & Container Stuffing (FCL)

20ft FCL Capacity

14.0 to 15.0 Metric Tons loose stuffed

40ft FCL Capacity

25.0 to 26.0 Metric Tons loose stuffed

Standard Packaging Configurations:
  • 20 kg and 25 kg poly-lined multi-wall kraft paper sacks
  • High-barrier aluminium foil vacuum bags
  • Private-label retail stand-up pouches and PET jars (100g to 1kg)

Flexible Packaging for Global Buyers

  • •25 kg Multiwall paper bags with PE liner
  • •Custom retail packs on request
Export Commercial Terms
MOQ1 MT onward
Loading PortMundra / Nhava Sheva
Delivery TermsFOB Mundra / CIF / CNF
Lead Time7 to 15 days

From Raw Indian Cumin Powder to Export-Ready Standard

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STAGE 01

Mandi Sourcing & Origin Selection

Procurement directly from APMC Unjha and regional farmer networks, selecting fresh-crop lots for high volatile oil and seed integrity.

STAGE 02

Pre-Cleaning & Destoning

Mechanical screening removing heavy stones, sand, dust, mud balls, and crop stalks through vibro-graders and air aspiration.

STAGE 03

Sortex Optical Color Sorting

High-resolution optical sorters inspect each seed individually, rejecting discolored grains to achieve purity from 98% up to 99.9%.

STAGE 04

Third-Party Testing & Grading

Third-party laboratory testing as required by the product and buyer, which may cover purity, moisture, foreign matter, pesticide residues, and microbiological parameters.

STAGE 05

Bulk & Private Label Packaging

Packaging in food-safe 25/50kg PP bags with inner poly liners, paper bags, or custom branded retail pouches, PET jars, and cartons.

STAGE 06

Container Stuffing & Global Export

FCL container stuffing with moisture absorption bags, shipped FOB Mundra / Nhava Sheva with full phytosanitary and export documentation.

Private Label & Retail Supply

Need Custom Branded or Retail-Ready Cumin Powder?

JM Masala Trading LLP supplies Cumin Powder under your private label brand for supermarkets, retail grocery chains, e-commerce, and food service. We provide customized stand-up zipper pouches (50g to 1kg), PET jars, and bulk institutional packs with barcode printing and regulatory compliance.

Read how we handle quality and certifications, supply Indian wholesale buyers through our domestic supply service, or contact our export team.

Why Buyers Choose JM Masala

Cumin Powder is sourced with export-focused attention to origin, specification alignment, and shipment readiness. For international buyers, supplier selection depends on dependable quality parameters, packing, and destination-market compliance.

With sourcing rooted in Unjha, Gujarat, JM Masala supports buyers who require 100% pure | mesh 40-80 | steam sterilized backed by responsive communication and shipment documentation.

  • Industrial curry powder and seasoning blend formulation
  • Snack dusting, canned foods, instant gravies, and marinades
  • Retail repacking for international supermarket distribution

Buyer Pre-Shipment Checklist

  • •Final purity, moisture, and grade commitment in contract
  • •Third-party lab COA where available, packing format, and shipping marks
  • •Destination customs documents (Phyto, COO, Fumigation)
  • •Agreed vessel dispatch window and port terminal logistics

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you preserve volatile oil during cumin grinding?

We use temperature-controlled cold milling that keeps the grinding chamber cool, preventing heat buildup and preserving over 90% of natural volatile essential oils.

Is JM Masala cumin powder 100% pure without fillers?

Yes. We guarantee 100% pure cumin without starch, spent cumin, husks, or artificial colors, verified by Total Ash and Acid Insoluble Ash testing.

What mesh sizes are available for ground cumin?

Standard export grind is 50-60 mesh, but custom granulations from 40 mesh (coarse) to 80 mesh (fine) can be produced upon request.

Do you offer steam sterilized cumin powder for EU and US buyers?

Yes. We provide validated steam sterilization that reduces microbial counts to undetectable levels without chemical residues.

Looking for a Reliable Indian Cumin Powder Exporter?

Share your required volume, specification, packing preferences, and destination port with JM Masala Trading LLP. Our export team will provide a formal commercial offer, specification sheet, and logistics schedule.

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