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May-17-23
Buyer From Myanmar
Oct-26-21
Buyer From Yangon, Myanmar
Dec-07-19
Buyer From Myanmar
Dec-04-20
Buyer From Myanmar
Aug-19-20
Buyer From Myanmar
Buyer Of Coffee   |   Beverages   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Fresh Onion   |   Milk Powder   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Spices   |   Pepper   |   Olive Oil   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Red Chilli   |   Curry Leaves   |   Mango   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Cloves   |   Turmeric   |   Tea   |   Fresh Mushroom   |   Pickles & Sauces   |   Chilli Powder   |   Tea Leaves
Mar-31-23
Buyer From Yangon, Myanmar
Buyer Of Dehydrated Spices   |   Fruit Juices   |   Bakery Products   |   Edible Oils   |   Almonds   |   Pickles & Sauces   |   Ice Creams   |   Beverages   |   Coconut   |   Corn   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Food Products   |   Juice   |   Tea   |   Sugar   |   Baby Food   |   Soups   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Soft Drinks   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Spices Powder   |   Coconut Flour   |   Fresh Potato   |   Raisins   |   Food - By Products   |   Jams & Jelly   |   Peach   |   Maize   |   Flour   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Papaya   |   Kiwi   |   Palm Nuts   |   Salt   |   Noodles & Pasta   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Dairy & Milk Products   |   Fresh Cucumber   |   Apple   |   Snacks   |   Avocado   |   Guava   |   Caraway Seeds   |   Starch   |   Oat   |   Grains & Cereals   |   Energy Drinks   |   Oil Seeds   |   Pepper   |   Coffee   |   Chia Seeds   |   Brazil Nuts   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Wheat   |   Pepper Powder   |   Coconut By-Products   |   Fresh Brinjal   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Dates   |   Coconut Butter   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Pear   |   Fresh Cauliflower   |   Millet   |   Figs   |   Oregano   |   Dry Mango Powder (Amchoor)   |   Rice   |   Fresh Mushroom   |   Pulses   |   Mustard Seeds   |   Palm Kernel   |   Coriander Powder   |   Saffron   |   Plum   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Pecan Nuts   |   Pistachio   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Fenugreek Seeds   |   Ginkgo Nuts   |   Castor Seeds   |   Spices   |   Banana   |   Mineral Water   |   Jatropha Seed   |   Jute Seeds   |   Cashew Kernel
Jul-16-21
Buyer From Myanmar
Buyer Of Raisins   |   Steel Tire Wire Scrap   |   Pepper   |   Coffee Beans   |   Palm Oil   |   Stearic Acid   |   Printing Paper   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Frozen Cuttlefish   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Fruits   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Dried Seafood   |   Sport Shoes   |   Red Chilli   |   Fertilizers   |   Tomato Paste & Purees   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   NPK   |   Electronic Semi Conductor Devices & Other Components   |   Copper Cathode   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Chickpeas   |   Wheat   |   Vegetables   |   Corn Meal   |   Coconut   |   Coconut Oil   |   Medical Supplies & Disposable   |   Tyre Scrap   |   Horns, Skins, Hides, Skulls, Feathers & Hairs Of Animals   |   Animal By Products   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Lentils   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Coffee   |   Soft Drinks   |   Copper Scrap   |   Fish   |   Mustard Seeds   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Soya Oil   |   Olive Oil   |   Potato Starch   |   Sweeteners   |   PP (Polypropylene) Plastic Bags   |   Fresh Beef   |   Frozen Fish   |   Butter   |   Shoes (Personal)   |   Car Engines   |   Dried Fish   |   Beans   |   Olives   |   Briquette   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Sugar   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   Disposable Face Mask   |   Industrial Chemicals   |   Desiccated Coconut   |   Mineral Water   |   Health Food   |   Soybean Meal   |   Medical Gloves   |   Nitrile Disposable Gloves   |   Surgical Gloves   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Milk Powder   |   Soybean   |   Vanilla   |   Chia Seeds   |   Energy Drinks   |   Honey   |   Car Parts   |   Plastic Raw Materials   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Rapeseed Oil   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Starch   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Engine Spare Parts   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Spices   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Almonds   |   Pistachio   |   Corn Oil   |   Shea Butter   |   HDPE Bags   |   Green Cardamom   |   Urea   |   DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)   |   Soybean Oil   |   Sesame Oil   |   Corn Starch   |   Tapioca Starch   |   Charcoal   |   Diesel Engines   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Rice   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Fatty Acid   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Fish Maw   |   Turmeric   |   Corn   |   Medical Equipment & Machinery   |   Flax Seeds   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Walnuts   |   Black Tea   |   Plastic Carrier Bags   |   Copper Scrap   |   Frozen Meat   |   Cloves   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Gas Lighters   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Cigarette Lighters   |   Chilli Powder   |   Medical Face Masks
Jul-13-20
Buyer From Myanmar
Buyer Of Millet   |   Peas   |   Chickpeas   |   Cassava   |   Baby Food   |   Avocado   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Frozen Meat   |   Energy Drinks   |   Milk Powder   |   Coffee   |   Banana   |   Chips   |   Green Coffee   |   Fresh Green Peas   |   Arabica Coffee   |   Green Tea   |   Leather Gloves   |   Chocolates   |   Turmeric   |   Salt   |   Copper Scrap   |   Mobile Phones & Accessories   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Fresh Beef   |   Avocado   |   White Rice   |   Animal & Cattle Feed   |   Printing Paper   |   Copper Wire Scrap   |   Copper Cathode   |   Corn   |   Copper Wires   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Green Cardamom   |   Ethanol   |   Digital Camera/Video Camera   |   Diesel Engines   |   Video/Computer Games & Accessories   |   Computer - RAM & ROM   |   Gas Lighters   |   Computer CPU   |   Coir Fibers   |   Computer - Motherboards   |   Mobile Phone Accessories   |   Computer Printers & Materials   |   GSM/CDMA Mobile Phones   |   Laptops, Notebooks & ThinkPad   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Black Tea   |   Cow Leather   |   Beans   |   Tea   |   Frozen Beef   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Horns, Skins, Hides, Skulls, Feathers & Hairs Of Animals   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Chocolate & Confectionery   |   Medical Face Masks   |   Bed Linens, Bed Sheets   |   Lentils   |   Almonds   |   Towels   |   Organic Fertilizers   |   Spices   |   Sugar   |   Red Chilli   |   Coffee Beans   |   Cloves   |   Pepper   |   Robusta Coffee   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Peanuts   |   Gloves   |   Medical Gloves   |   Blankets   |   Palm Oil   |   De Oil Cakes   |   Ultrasound Systems   |   Surgical Equipments & Disposables
Sep-15-20
Buyer From Myanmar
Buyer Of Ice Creams   |   Milk Cream   |   Indian Sweets & Namkeens   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Fruits   |   Palm Kernel Cake   |   Pepper   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Charcoal   |   Dried Seafood   |   Strawberry   |   Sunflower Seed   |   Herbal Extracts   |   Other Fresh Fruits   |   Tapioca Starch   |   Kiwi   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Canned Pineapple   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Potato   |   Horns, Skins, Hides, Skulls, Feathers & Hairs Of Animals   |   Fresh Meat   |   Palm Oil   |   Fresh Carrot   |   Wheat Flour   |   Green Coffee   |   Avocado   |   Wheat   |   Fresh Lady Finger   |   Knitted & Woven Garments   |   Basil Leaf   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Dragon Fruit   |   Passion Fruit   |   Green Tea   |   Face Cream   |   Broken Rice   |   Vegetables   |   Frozen Snails   |   Fresh Pumpkin   |   Almonds   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Frozen Anchovy Fish   |   Nutmegs   |   Frozen Pineapple   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Organic Fertilizers   |   Fruit Puree   |   Dehydrated Spices   |   Sella Basmati Rice   |   Sugar   |   Lentils   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Palm Kernel   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Apple, Banana, Orange, Mango, Grape   |   Mango   |   Frozen Apple   |   Pumpkin Seeds   |   Fruit Pulp   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Fresh Seaweed   |   Grams   |   Millet   |   Frozen Squid   |   Fresh Radish   |   Spices   |   Fresh Coconut   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Dried Fish   |   Frozen Seaweed   |   Frozen Beef   |   Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Potato   |   Red Chilli   |   Fresh Bitter Gourd   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Black Tea   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   White Rice   |   Other Spices Powder   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Fresh Broccoli   |   Peas   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Plant Roots & Tissues   |   Blueberry   |   Coffee Beans   |   1121 Basmati Rice   |   Moringa Seeds   |   Cloves   |   Fresh Green Peas   |   Kidney Beans   |   Other Fresh Vegetables   |   Dehydrated Carrot   |   Pineapple   |   Cheese   |   Walnuts   |   Fresh Cabbage   |   Frozen Passion Fruit   |   Incense Sticks   |   Sesame Oil   |   IQF or Frozen Vegetables   |   Apple   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Pomegranate   |   Soybean Oil   |   Fresh Green Chilli   |   Shirts & T-Shirts   |   Fresh Onion   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Chips   |   Castor Seeds   |   Long Grain Rice   |   Fresh Drumsticks   |   Frozen Avocado   |   Honey   |   Coconut   |   Milk Powder   |   Basmati Rice   |   Other Type Of Rice   |   Barley   |   Avocado   |   Coffee   |   Frozen Mango   |   Watermelon   |   Pistachio   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Banana   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Frozen Octopus   |   Guava   |   Beans   |   Frozen Fish   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Coriander Seeds   |   Thai Rice   |   Fresh Lemon   |   Turmeric   |   Pear   |   Berries   |   Corn Oil   |   Fresh Brinjal   |   IQF or Frozen Fruits   |   Lemongrass   |   Tea   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Soybean   |   Fresh Vegetables   |   Grapes   |   Papaya   |   Peach   |   Coconut Oil   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Chickpeas   |   Cassava   |   Garam Masala   |   Fresh Squid   |   Fresh Snails   |   Meat & Poultry   |   Fresh Anchovy Fish   |   Plum   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Kaolin   |   Fresh Capsicum   |   Iron Ore   |   Bamboo   |   Other Ores & Minerals   |   Baby Jogging Stroller   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Non Basmati Rice   |   Orange   |   Fish Maw   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Fresh Cassava   |   Fresh Cauliflower   |   Rice   |   Green Cardamom   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Chilli Powder   |   Castor Oil   |   Pulses   |   Corn   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Poultry   |   Hard Disk Drives   |   Iron Ore
Jan-12-22
Buyer From Myanmar
Buyer Of Cumin Seeds   |   Sona Masoori Rice   |   Turmeric   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Animal & Cattle Feed   |   Fresh Onion   |   Soybean   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Cashew Nuts   |   Sweeteners   |   Food Packaging Boxes   |   Leather Gloves   |   Broken Rice   |   Industrial Chemicals   |   Organic Rice   |   Fresh Hibiscus   |   Fresh Cuttlefish   |   Corn Oil   |   Non Basmati Rice   |   Chickpeas   |   Brown Rice   |   Basmati Rice   |   Rice Flour   |   Food Products   |   Beverages   |   Red Chilli   |   Green Cardamom   |   Frozen Seafood   |   Canned Fish   |   Pepper   |   Almonds   |   Energy Drinks   |   Potato Starch   |   Tapioca Starch   |   Nitrile Disposable Gloves   |   Hibiscus   |   Coffee Beans   |   Wheat Flour   |   Frozen Squid   |   Vinyl Gloves   |   Copper Granules   |   Wheat   |   Fresh Snapper Fish   |   Fresh Salmon Fish   |   Packaging Items & Containers   |   Ponni Rice   |   Rice   |   Printing Paper   |   Sunflower Oil   |   White Rice   |   Plastic Raw Materials   |   Waste Paper   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Fresh Squid   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Frozen Lobsters   |   Frozen Sea Cucumber   |   Spices   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Parboiled Rice   |   Frozen Cuttlefish   |   Tamarind Seed   |   Short Grain Rice   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Fresh Sardine Fish   |   Sella Basmati Rice   |   Lentils   |   Other Type Of Rice   |   Frozen Fish   |   Recycled Plastic   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Green Coffee   |   Carton Boxes   |   Frozen Anchovy Fish   |   Frozen Sardine Fish   |   Electronics - Entertainment   |   Household Cleaning Products   |   Fresh Anchovy Fish   |   Plastic Scrap   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Food Packaging Bags   |   Plastic Carrier Bags   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Copper Scrap   |   PP (Polypropylene) Plastic Bags   |   Fresh Lobsters   |   Corn   |   PVC Floorings   |   Household Gloves   |   Household Furniture   |   Industrial Gloves   |   HDPE Bags   |   Palm Oil   |   Copper Scrap   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Peas   |   Dry Fruits & Nuts   |   Dried Seafood   |   Coffee   |   Rice Bran Oil   |   Milk Powder   |   Sugar   |   Long Grain Rice   |   Fresh Ginger   |   Fresh Potato   |   Mushrooms   |   Soybean Meal   |   Fish Maw   |   Soybean Oil   |   Liquid Hand Wash   |   1121 Basmati Rice   |   Sugarcane   |   Fresh Garlic   |   Fresh Tomato   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Rice Bran   |   Dried Fish   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Fresh Mushroom   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   Jasmine Rice   |   Flour   |   Fresh or Chilled Seafood   |   Matta Rice   |   Corn Starch   |   Gloves   |   Fresh Prawns   |   Thai Rice   |   Latex Examination Gloves   |   Black Tea   |   Starch   |   Latex Surgical Gloves   |   Medium Grain Rice   |   Medical Gloves   |   Cloves   |   Pistachio   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Sugarcane Products   |   Canned Food
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Cumin Seeds: Spicing Up Global Trade Market

Cumin seeds are popularly used as a spice in kitchens worldwide. These spice seeds are known for their distinctive, warm flavour and aroma, and thus are widely used in cooking. They are usually crescent-shaped and brown in colour with a slightly bitter taste. Moreover, cumin seeds are available in different forms, like ground cumin seeds, whole cumin seeds, and cumin oil seeds. From Indian, Middle Eastern, and North African to Latin American cuisines, cumin seeds are used in a vast variety of dishes. Due to their versatile culinary use and several health benefits, they have become a vital commodity in the global spices market. That's the reason why a broad list of cumin seeds buyers are actively looking for reliable suppliers. 



What are the Major Growth Drivers Influencing International Trade in Cumin Seeds?

The global demand for cumin seeds is majorly driven by its key role in cuisines across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Apart from culinary uses, cumin seeds come with a range of medicinal properties and health benefits that make them a popular choice. The expanding use of these spice seeds in other industries like pharmaceuticals also presents potential growth opportunities for exporters. Let's first understand what factors make cumin seeds one of the most sought-after commodities in the trade market. 


Versatility: 

  • Adds unique & aromatic flavour to dishes
  • A staple in many cuisines
  • Used in both whole and ground forms
  • Also used for flavouring beverages
  • Has applications in multiple industries (pharma, cosmetics, and perfumes)


Health Benefits:

  • Supports digestion and prevents bloating
  • Comes packed with antioxidants
  • Rich source of iron
  • Helps manage blood sugar levels
  • Lowers cholesterol & inflammation
  • Boosts immune system


In addition to these, there are other factors too that you should keep in mind. The overall spice market is currently on the rise because of the expansion of the food processing industry and growing consumer interest in natural and functional foods. It is also worth noting that India is the leading producer and exporter of cumin. In fact, Indian cumin is popular for its high essential oil content as well as consistent quality. Besides, tight suppliers and geopolitical reasons also increase the demand for Indian cumin seeds. Due to all these factors, cumin seeds are the most profitable commodities in the global spice market, offering a profitable future for exporters or suppliers. 



What Are the Key Buyer Preferences When Sourcing Cumin Seeds?

If you want to grow your export business, it is important to stay updated with cumin seeds buyer preferences. There are some key considerations that influence buyer decisions and understanding them can make it easier for you to cater to the market demand. So, without any further ado, let's explore what they are. 


1.Quality Parameters

International cumin seeds buyers prioritize specific quality benchmarks while sourcing. You need to make sure that your product meets these quality standards.

  • Should be free from impurities (like stones, dust, & foreign matter) with high purity levels between 98-99%
  • Ensure proper grading based on size, shape, quality & purity
  • Moisture content should be less than 8-10% to avoid spoilage
  • No signs of contaminants, such as insects, molds, pesticide residue
  • Broken seeds should be less than 5%
  • Should be uniform in size and color (bright brown).
  • Should have a volatile oil content, usually around 2-5%
  • Free from harmful bacteria (like Salmonella & E. coli)
  • Should have a strong flavor and aroma
  • Better to have certifications like ISO, HACCP, etc


2. Packaging Standards

Exporters supplying bulk cumin seed should ensure food-grade packaging with safe, moisture-proof bags. You should offer packaging options like jute bags, polypropylene sacks, or other customized solutions. Packaging size depends on the importer's requirement. Also, make sure labels have key details such as product name, weight, origin, date of packing, certifications, care instructions, and batch number. 


3. Documentation

There are some important documentation that you should have, and these include:

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing List
  • Certificate of Origin
  • Fumigation Certificate
  • Bill of Lading (B/L)
  • Custom Declaration
  • Quality Test Reports
  • Export Licenses


4. Diversified Sourcing

Some cumin seeds importers often look for exporters with diversified product offerings. This offers a great cross-selling opportunity for suppliers to meet the demand while growing business. Therefore, you can expand market reach by diversifying into related product categories, including coriander seeds, mustard seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and castor seeds. These offerings can attract a large pool of buyers who are in need of multiple spice seeds from a single source. Moreover, you can also explore other spice powders such as cumin powder for buyers interested in ready-to-use spice blends. This approach definitely gives you an upper hand in the highly competitive spice export market. 



Global Market Data For Cumin Seeds

Here are the key global market trends and data that you should be aware of:

Cumin Seeds Market Size

MetricValue
Global Cumin Seed Market Size (2024)$1 Billion
Expected Market Size (2033)$1.8 Billion
CAGR (2025-2033)6.50%

Source: Business Research Insights



Top Cumin Seeds Importing Countries

RankCountryImport Value (USD '000)Quantity (Kg)
1China144,593.8431,280,300
2India93,593.6417,590,000
3United States64,449.8922,125,500
4European Union60,575.71Not specified
5United Arab Emirates59,092.5611,729,000

Source: World Integrated Trade Solution


List of Cumin Seeds HSN Codes

HSN CodeProduct Type
90931Cumin seeds (neither crushed nor grounded)
909312Cumin other than black
9093129Other
909311Cumin black
9093200Ground or crushed cumin seeds
9093190Cumin seeds without being processed

Source: ExportGenius


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How to Find Verified Cumin Seeds Buyers Near Me or Globally?

Here are the most effective ways to find and connect with verified cumin seeds importers and buyers:

  • Go to reputed online B2B marketplaces to access the verified cumin seeds buyers list.
  • Participate in trade events such as Rajasthani Spices Expo 2025, SIAL India 2025, Food India Expo 2025, International Spice Conference (ISC) 2025, SaudiFood Show 2025, etc.
  • Reach out to Export Promotion Councils that provide market intelligence and buyer contacts.
  • Collaborate with spice associations and logistics partners for new buyer leads.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


1.How much is 1 kg of cumin?

The cumin seeds price per kg usually ranged from $3.50 to $7.00. However, it often depends on factors like quality, origin, and market conditions.


2. How to find genuine & reliable cumin seed buyers globally?

You can find reliable and verified cumin seed buyers globally through the following ways:

  • Use B2B marketplace
  • Attend spice trade shows
  • Network through export promotion agencies
  • Leverage social media channels like LinkedIn


3. Who are the leading cumin seed buyers globally?

China, India, and the United States are the leading cumin seed buyers globally.


4. What is the HSN code for cumin seeds?

090931 is the cumin seeds HSN code (neither crushed nor grounded).


5. How can I market my cumin seeds to international buyers?

You can market your cumin seeds to international buyers through global B2B platforms (like go4WorldBusiness), strong online presence on trade platforms and social media, direct outreach, and engage in international trade fairs.


6. What are the key quality parameters buyers look for in cumin seeds?

There are several quality parameters that buyers look for in cumin seeds and these include:

  • Purity
  • Uniformity
  • Aroma & Color
  • Moisture Content
  • Certification for safety& quality standards


7. How much cumin is exported from India?

In the year 2023-24, India exported more than 1.84 lakh metric tonnes of cumin.


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