Cumin Seeds
| Botanical Name | Cuminum cyminum |
| Common Name | Cumin |
| Color | Light brown to pale yellowish brown |
| Shape | Oval, slightly curved, with ridges |
| Size | 4-5 mm in length |
| Aroma | Strong, warm, and spicy |
| Taste | Pungent, slightly bitter |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 10% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Broken Seeds | ≤ 5% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 6% |
| Essential Oil Content | 2.5-4% |
| Volatile Oil | Present in high concentration |
| Shelf Life | 1-2 years under proper storage conditions |
| Origin | India, Egypt, Iran |