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.
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 | — | — |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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