Cumin Seeds Europe Quality 99.5%
EU MRL Compliant · ETO Free · Double Sortex
The strictest-grade cumin seeds for UK and European buyers. Double Sortex cleaned, tested to EU aflatoxin limits (B1 below 2 ppb), and fully ETO free — ready for the most regulated import markets in the world.
Quality Specifications — Europe Grade
These specifications meet the requirements of EC Regulation 2023/915 on maximum levels for contaminants in food, and the EU MRL framework for pesticide residues in spices.
| Parameter | Europe Quality 99.5% | EU Limit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purity | Minimum 99.5% | — | Physical analysis |
| Moisture | Maximum 9% | — | AOAC 925.10 |
| Admixture | Maximum 0.5% | — | Physical analysis |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 0.5% | — | Physical analysis |
| Volatile Oil | Minimum 2.5% v/w | — | AOAC 962.17 |
| Aflatoxin B1 | Less than 2 ppb | 5 ppb max | ELISA / HPLC |
| Aflatoxin Total (B1+B2+G1+G2) | Less than 4 ppb | 10 ppb max | ELISA / HPLC |
| Ochratoxin A | Less than 15 ppb | 15 ppb max | HPLC |
| ETO Residue | Nil — certified | 0.02 mg/kg | GC-MS |
| Pesticide Residues | Within EU MRL | EU MRL | GC-MS / LC-MS |
| Cleaning | Double Sortex | — | Optical + gravity |
| HS Code | 09093100 | — | — |
Why EU Buyers Need This Grade
- EU aflatoxin limits are 4× stricter than general export standards
- ETO ban enforced since 2021 — standard grade will be rejected
- RASFF alerts regularly flag Indian cumin with ETO or aflatoxin
- UK post-Brexit maintains EU-equivalent MRL standards
- Double Sortex removes discoloured and shrivelled seeds
Documents Per Shipment
- COA from NABL-accredited lab — aflatoxin, ETO, pesticides
- Phytosanitary Certificate — Government of India
- Certificate of Origin (Form A / GSP where applicable)
- Fumigation Certificate
- Commercial Invoice and Packing List
- Bill of Lading
Packing Options
- 25 kg food-grade PP woven bags (standard)
- Moisture-proof inner liner — standard for EU shipments
- Custom branding and private label from 500 kg
- 1 × 20ft FCL ≈ 13 MT in 25 kg bags
- CIF Felixstowe, Rotterdam, Hamburg available
Who Buys Europe Quality
- Spice importers and distributors — UK, Germany, Netherlands
- Food manufacturers and ready-meal producers — EU
- Ethnic grocery wholesalers — UK, Ireland, France
- Supermarket supply chain importers — Europe
- Organic and health food distributors — UK
How We Ensure EU Compliance
Pre-Shipment Lab Testing
Every lot for Europe is tested at NABL-accredited laboratories for aflatoxin (B1, B2, G1, G2), Ochratoxin A, ETO residues, and a full pesticide panel before shipment is confirmed.
Double Sortex Cleaning
Europe grade goes through two passes of optical Sortex sorting. The first pass removes foreign matter and discoloured seeds. The second pass ensures 99.5% uniform purity.
Full Document Set
We provide the complete EU import documentation: NABL COA, Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin and Fumigation Certificate. You receive all documents before the vessel departs.
Certifications Held
Importing Cumin into the UK or Europe?
Tell us your destination port, quantity, and whether you need CIF pricing. We will send a firm offer with our lab report summary within 4–8 business hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
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