CUMIN
cumin seeds
Product Description
Whole cumin seeds, light green, 12% max moisture
ChangFengAgro supplies whole cumin seeds for food-industry buyers who need a food-grade seed for milling, retail packing or kitchen use. Published specifications and storage conditions are summarized in the FAQ below.
This page covers the whole-seed form only. If your line needs a ready grind rather than whole seeds, see our cumin seeds powder. Packing, grade and loading for an order are confirmed in your quotation; the table below lists the live specification we publish for this product.
The product table below lists the published whole-seed specification for buyer reference.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product | Cumin seeds, whole |
| Place of origin | China |
| Size | Whole seeds |
| Color | Light green |
| Taste | Natural |
| Moisture | 12% max |
| Grade | Food grade |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
| Storage | Cool, dry place |
| Packing | 25 kg kraft paper bag or to client's request |
| Container loading | Confirmed in your quotation |
Packing and container loading
How are whole cumin seeds packed, and what determines container loading?
Standard whole cumin packing is a 25 kg kraft paper bag, with other bag weights or markings confirmed to the buyer’s requirement in the quotation. The product page publishes no fixed container tonnage; buyers should specify bag type and any mixed loads with other spices when inquiring.
Keep bags closed, off the floor and away from damp walls so the 12% max moisture and 24-month shelf life stay within the published limits.
Uses and buyer guidance
Spice importers often repack whole seeds into retail or food-service packs. Grinders mill the same lot into cumin powder for seasonings and dry mixes. Food makers use whole seeds in breads, pickles, rice dishes, tempering oils and meat or vegetable rubs where a visible seed is wanted.
When you compare whole seed with powder, keep the end use clear: whole seed travels and stores as a seed; powder is for buyers who want a ready grind. Pre-ground supply is listed on the cumin seeds powder page. For wider spice assortment context, see our cumin category and the FAQ page for order and sample questions that apply across products.
Buyers usually confirm color (light green), moisture (12% max), packing (25 kg kraft or to request) and intended use before the first order. Any mesh, grind or pack change beyond the table is per customer requirement and confirmed in your quotation.
MOQ, lead time and samples
MOQ for dried whole spices is confirmed in your quotation; stock items have no MOQ. Lead time is about 1 week after order confirmation. We offer a free 200 g sample, and the buyer pays the freight.
FAQs
What are the published whole cumin seed specifications and storage conditions?
The whole cumin seed page lists Chinese origin, whole seeds, light green color, natural taste and food grade. Moisture is limited to 12% maximum, and the published shelf life is 24 months when bags are kept in a cool, dry place.
What packing do you use?
25 kg kraft paper bag as standard, or packing to the client's request; confirmed in your quotation.
Do you sell ground cumin?
Yes. Pre-ground supply is available as cumin seeds powder on a separate product page.
What is the MOQ and lead time?
MOQ for dried whole spices is confirmed in your quotation; stock items have no MOQ. Lead time is about 1 week after order confirmation.
