Black Cumin Seeds (Nigella Sativa / Kalonji) – Machine Cleaned & Sortex 99.9% Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Black Cumin Seeds (Nigella sativa)</strong> sourced from traditional, certified agricultural regions. Double-cleaned, de-stoned, and processed through high-precision optical color sorters (Sortex), our black seeds feature deep jet-black coloration, distinct warm-pungent aroma, and certified high active <strong>Thymoquinone (TQ)</strong> levels. Extensively supplied to commercial cold-pressed oil extraction facilities, industrial bakeries, herbal supplement manufacturers, pharmaceutical formulators, and global spice packaging networks.</p>

<h3>Alternative Regional & Trade Names</h3>

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<li><strong>Common Trade Synonyms:</strong> Black Cumin Seeds, Nigella Sativa, Kalonji (Kalojeere / Mangrail), Black Seed, Blessed Seed (Habbat al-Barakah / Habbatus Sauda), Schwarzkümmel, Graines de Nigelle (Cumin Noir), Semillas de Nigella (Ajenuz), Çörek Otu</li>

<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Nigella sativa</em> L. (Family: Ranunculaceae)</li>

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<h3>Key Quality Focus: High Thymoquinone (TQ) & Cold-Press Oil Yield</h3>

<p>In global nutraceutical and functional oil extraction industries, Nigella sativa seeds are priced based on mechanical purity, total fixed oil content, and the concentration of its key therapeutic compound: <strong>Thymoquinone (TQ)</strong>. Our seeds are harvested at peak maturity and gently dried to preserve delicate bioactives, yielding a laboratory-verified total oil content of <strong>32% to 38%+</strong> with rich volatile thymoquinone fractions, ensuring superior cold-pressed oil yields and dark, pungent, shelf-stable extractions.</p>

<h3>Product Specifications & Analytical Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>HS Code:</strong> 0909.31.00.00 / 0909.32.00.00 (Seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway - Cumin seeds / Nigella) or 1207.99.96</li>

<li><strong>Color & Appearance:</strong> Matte, uniform jet-black, small triangular-shaped seeds</li>

<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.5% – 99.9% (Optical sortexed, metal-detected, free from stones, dust, and foreign botanical seeds)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 7.0% – 8.0%</li>

<li><strong>Total Oil Content:</strong> Min. 32% – 38%+ (Cold-press extraction basis)</li>

<li><strong>Volatile Oil Content:</strong> Min. 0.5% – 1.5%+</li>

<li><strong>Free Fatty Acid (FFA):</strong> Max. 1.5% – 2.0% (guaranteeing low acidity and high freshness)</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 6.0% – 7.0%</li>

<li><strong>Acid-Insoluble Ash:</strong> Max. 1.0%</li>

<li><strong>Heavy Metals & Pesticides:</strong> Strictly compliant with European Commission (EU) and US FDA maximum residue limits (MRLs)</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey / Certified Mediterranean Origin</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

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<h3>Packaging & Preservation Standards</h3>

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<li>25 kg or 50 kg multi-ply craft paper bags with food-grade inner polyethylene (PE) moisture barrier liner</li>

<li>25 kg or 50 kg heavy-duty PP (polypropylene) woven bags with sealed PE inner liners</li>

<li>Vacuum-packed master cartons (12.5 kg or 25 kg) for sensitive long-haul maritime routes</li>

<li>Big Bags (Jumbo Bags 1,000 kg) with bottom discharge spouts for automated cold-press oil crushing plants</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, batch barcodes, and client-specified palletization standards supported</li>

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<h3>Container Loading & Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>Because black cumin seeds possess a high bulk density (approx. 520 – 580 g/L), cargo loading achieves optimal weight efficiency while strictly observing maritime payload ratings and highway axle limits:</p>

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<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Loose Floor Loaded (25 kg bags): Approx. 18.0 – 19.5 MT</li>

<li>Palletized (25 kg bags): Approx. 14.0 – 16.0 MT</li>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>24.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong>)</li>

<li>Palletized: Approx. 22.0 – 24.0 MT</li>

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<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Tır):</strong>

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<li>Approx. 23.0 – 25.0 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Comprehensive official export paperwork: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specifically verifying purity (99.9%), oil content, moisture, and absence of heavy metals/pesticides, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Tested free from salmonella, E. coli, and mycotoxins; Non-GMO declaration available.</li>

<li>Available trade delivery terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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