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Seeds
Tukmaria
Tukmaria, also known as basil seeds, are small black seeds from Ocimum basilicum used in traditional cooling drinks, desserts and health beverages. Cooling basil seeds (tukmaria) rich in fibre, used in drinks and desserts. Export-quality product from India with hygienic processing and packing to buyer specifications.
Product Details
- Common name: Tukmaria / Sabja / Basil seeds
- Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
- Form: Whole seeds
- Applications: Beverages (falooda, sherbets), desserts, health drinks and nutraceuticals
- Origin: India
Packing & Shipping
- Packing: 25 kg PP or paper bags with inner liner; smaller packs on request
- Shelf life: 18–24 months under cool, dry storage
- Storage: Store away from moisture, heat and strong odours
Physical & Functional Specifications
| Appearance | Small, oval black seeds, clean and uniform |
|---|---|
| Swelling behaviour | Forms mucilaginous gel coating when soaked in water |
| Moisture content | NMT 10% |
| Foreign matter | NMT 1% |
| Odour & flavour | Mild, characteristic; free from off‑odours |
