Cumin Powder

Cumin with the scientific name Cuminum Cyminum L. belongs to the Umbelliferae family. Cumin is used as a spice. Cumin is one of the agricultural products that are produced in large quantities in Iran. This plant is one of the major agricultural products in terms of export and plays an important role in the country's economy. Cumin Powder is derived from the dried seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant. These seeds are ground into a fine powder, resulting in a versatile spice with a distinct flavor profile. Cumin powder is a fine, earthy brown powder. It offers a warm, aromatic, and slightly nutty taste. Cumin powder is a staple in various cuisines worldwide. It enhances the flavor of dishes such as curries, stews, soups, and rice.

Product Technical Specifications:

Cumin Powder Technical Specifications
No.	Characteristics	Unit	Measurement Limit
1	Moisture	Weight percentage	Max 10
3	Foreign Material	-	Negative
7	Total Ash on Dry Matter Basis	Weight percentage	Max 5
8	Acid-Insoluble Ash on Dry Matter Basis	Weight percentage	Max 0.5
	Non-Volatile Ether Extract Based on Dry Matter	Weight percentage	Min 15
9	The Amount of Volatile Oils	Milliliters per 100 grams based on dry matter	Min 1.5
10	Taste and Smell	-	Cumin Powder should have a pungent smell and its own flavor and be free of any foreign smell and aroma and musty smell.

 

Storage Conditions: Cumin Powder should be stored in the original packaging away from direct sunlight and in a dry and cool place.

Certifications:

1. Iran National Standards Organization
2. Iran Plant Protection Organization
3. Standard of Good Agricultural Practices
4. Organic Agricultural Products Certification
5. physical, chemical and microbial analyzes from the most reliable laboratories
6. HACCP
7. ISO
8. FSSC
9. IFS
10. SGS
11. BRC