Overview of Cumin Seed
Cumin Seed, (Cuminum cyminum), annual plant of the parsley family (Apiaceae) and the spice made of its seedlike fruits. Native to the Mediterranean region, cumin is also cultivated in India, China, and Mexico and is used to flavour a variety of foods. See also list of herbs and spices.
Cumin contains compounds called flavonoids that work as antioxidants in the body. Antioxidants can help neutralize unstable particles called free radicals that cause cell damage. By neutralizing these particles, antioxidants can help prevent diseases like cancer, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
Cumin Seed Specifications:
| PROPERTIES | VALUES & LIMITS |
|---|---|
| Product Name: |
Cumin Seed |
| Origin | India |
| Type | Machine Cleaned/ Sortex Cleaned/ Extra Bold |
| Purity | 99.50%/99%/98% & 97% |
| Moisture | 12% Max |
| Extraneous Matter (m/m) | 1.0 % Max. |
| Insect Damaged, Discoloured, Weevilled, Immature Seeds | 1 % Max. |
| Excreta Mammalian(By Mg./Lb) | 3 Mg/Lb Max. |
| Excreta Other(By Mg./Lb) | 5 Mg/Lb Max. |
| Total Ash (m/m) | 9.5 % Max. |
| Mold ( By Wgt.) | 1 % Max. |
| Acid Insoluble Ash (m/m) | 1.5 % Max. |
| Volatile Oil (ml/100 gm) | 1.0 % Mm. |
| Non-volatile Volatile General ether extract (m/m) | 8.0 Mm. |
Container Capacity:
| PACKING |
LOADING |
|---|---|
| 20′Fcl | 14MT |
| 40′Fcl | 26 MT |
