Cumin Seeds Specifications: Product Name: Cumin Seeds (Whole) Botanical Name: Cuminum cyminum Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) Physical Characteristics: Appearance: Small, boat-shaped seeds with ridged texture Color: Light to dark brown Aroma: Warm, earthy, and slightly nutty fragrance Flavor: Distinctively pungent, bitter-sweet with hints of lemon Size: 3-6 mm in length Purity: 99.5% min Admixture: 0.5% max Moisture: 8% max Foreign Matter: 0.5% max Damaged/Discolored Seeds: 1% max Volatile Oil Content: 2.5% min Microbiological Properties: Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g Salmonella: Absent/25g E. Coli: Absent/10g Packaging: Available Packaging: 25kg, 50kg PP bags or as per customer requirement Shelf Life: 12-18 months in a cool, dry place Usage: Widely used in spice blends, curries, soups, and marinades. Known for its digestive properties and as a remedy in traditional medicine.