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Seeds
Kalonji
Kalonji (Nigella sativa) – dried seeds. Aromatic; used in food and wellness. Quality assured for export. Nigella seeds. Same as black cumin. Export-quality product from India with hygienic processing and packing to buyer specifications.
Product Details
- Product name: Kalonji
- Origin: India
- Highlights: Nigella seeds. Same as black cumin.
- Category: Seeds
- Form: Whole seeds
- Packaging: As per buyer
Packing & Shipping
- Packing: Food-grade PP bags, jute bags with liners, or vacuum-sealed packs
- Standard sizes: 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg, or customized packing
- 20 FT container: 18–20 Metric Tons (MT)
- 40 FT container: 25–26 Metric Tons (MT)
- Shelf life: 12–24 months when stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, light and heat
- Storage: Cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse away from strong odours
Physical Specifications
| Form | Whole seeds |
|---|---|
| Packaging | As per buyer |
| Appearance | Clean, uniform, well-dried; free from mould and infestation |
| Purity | 99% to 99.5% |
| Foreign matter | 0.5% max |
| Moisture content | 8% to 12% max |
| Odour | Characteristic; free from off-odours |
Chemical & Safety Parameters
| Ash content | Within agreed grade limits |
|---|---|
| Moisture content | As per product specification |
| Pesticide residue | Within international limits (Codex / EU) |
| Heavy metals | Within permissible food-grade limits |
| Microbiological quality | Complies with food-safety standards |
