Finding transparent, current pricing for wholesale spice purchases is frustratingly difficult. Most suppliers hide pricing behind “request quote” forms, leaving you guessing whether you’re getting competitive rates.
This changes that.
Below you’ll find our complete 2026 wholesale price list for cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and sesame seeds—exported directly from India with full APEDA certification, FSSAI compliance, and complete quality documentation.
All prices are FOB (Free On Board) from Mundra/JNPT ports, updated March 2026.
Cumin Seeds (Jeera) – 2026 Wholesale Pricing
Current mandi rates for cumin in India range from ₹209-218 per kg, with wholesale rates reaching up to ₹391/kg for premium grades.
Machine Cleaned (MC) Grades
MC 98% Purity – Standard Commercial Grade
- FOB Price: $2.80 – $3.20 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg (1 MT)
- Packing: 25kg or 50kg PP bags
- Specifications: 98% purity, 2.5-3% volatile oil, max 10% moisture
- Best For: Food processors, grinding mills, bulk commodity buyers
MC 99% Purity – Premium Commercial Grade
- FOB Price: $3.00 – $3.40 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg
- Packing: 25kg or 50kg PP bags with inner liner
- Specifications: 99% purity, 3-3.5% volatile oil, max 8% moisture
- Best For: Spice blenders, food manufacturers, export traders
Sortex/Color Sorted Grades
Sortex 99% – Premium Quality
- FOB Price: $3.40 – $3.80 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Packing: 25kg PP bags or retail-ready smaller packs
- Specifications: 99-99.5% purity, optical sorted, uniform color, 3.5%+ volatile oil
- Best For: Retail packaging, branded spice companies, premium food brands
Unjha Premium Sortex 99.5%
- FOB Price: $3.70 – $4.20 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Packing: Food-grade packaging, customizable
- Specifications: 99.5% purity, 3.5-4% volatile oil (highest market grade), Unjha origin certified
- Best For: Premium European buyers, pharmaceutical-grade applications
Organic Certified Cumin
NPOP Certified Organic (India Organic)
- FOB Price: $4.50 – $5.50 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Packing: Jute bags or custom packaging
- Certifications: NPOP (India Organic), suitable for EU markets under equivalence
- Best For: European organic retailers, health food brands
USDA Organic Certified
- FOB Price: $5.00 – $6.00 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Packing: Retail-ready or bulk as required
- Certifications: USDA NOP certified, NPOP certified
- Best For: USA organic market, premium health brands
Steam Sterilized / ETO Treated Cumin
Pharmaceutical Grade (Steam Sterilized)
- FOB Price: $4.20 – $5.00 per kg
- Minimum Order: 250 kg
- Processing: Steam sterilization at 100°C
- Specifications: 99.5% purity, microbial count <10^4 CFU/g, zero Salmonella/E.coli
- Best For: Pharmaceutical companies, nutraceutical manufacturers
Coriander Seeds (Dhania) – 2026 Wholesale Pricing
Current Indian mandi rates for coriander range from ₹45-77 per kg, with wholesale export prices varying by grade and processing.
Whole Coriander Seeds
Machine Cleaned 98% Purity
- FOB Price: $0.80 – $1.10 per kg
- Minimum Order: 2,000 kg (2 MT)
- Packing: 25kg or 50kg PP bags
- Specifications: 98% purity, max 10% moisture, pleasant aroma
- Best For: Bulk food processors, grinding units, export re-sellers
Sortex Cleaned 99% Purity
- FOB Price: $1.00 – $1.35 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg
- Packing: 25kg PP bags with liner or retail packs
- Specifications: 99% purity, optical sorted, uniform green-brown color
- Best For: Spice retailers, branded packaging, Middle East markets
Premium Rajasthan Eagle/Badami Variety
- FOB Price: $1.20 – $1.60 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg
- Packing: Customizable
- Specifications: Premium variety, rich fragrance, superior oil content
- Best For: Premium spice brands, specialty food stores, European buyers
Split Coriander Seeds
Industrial Grade Split
- FOB Price: $0.70 – $0.95 per kg
- Minimum Order: 2,000 kg
- Packing: 50kg PP bags
- Specifications: Split seeds for faster grinding, 97-98% purity
- Best For: Spice powder manufacturers, industrial grinding operations
Organic Coriander Seeds
NPOP Certified Organic
- FOB Price: $1.80 – $2.40 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Certifications: NPOP (India Organic), EU equivalent
- Best For: European organic markets, health food retailers
USDA Organic Certified
- FOB Price: $2.00 – $2.70 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Certifications: USDA NOP, NPOP
- Best For: USA organic market, premium grocery chains
Sesame Seeds (Til) – 2026 Wholesale Pricing
Current sesame seed mandi rates in India range from ₹66.5-109.5 per kg for natural seeds.
Natural (Unhulled) White Sesame Seeds
Machine Cleaned 98-99% Purity
- FOB Price: $1.10 – $1.45 per kg
- Minimum Order: 2,000 kg
- Packing: 25kg or 50kg PP bags
- Specifications: 98-99% purity, 48-52% oil content, max 6% moisture
- Best For: Oil extraction, tahini production, food processing
Sortex Cleaned 99%+ Purity
- FOB Price: $1.30 – $1.70 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg
- Packing: 25kg PP bags or vacuum packs
- Specifications: 99%+ purity, uniform creamy-white color, optical sorted
- Best For: Bakery industry, confectionery, retail packaging
Hulled (White) Sesame Seeds
Standard Hulled 99% Purity
- FOB Price: $1.80 – $2.30 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg
- Packing: 25kg PP bags with inner liner
- Specifications: 99% purity, bright white color, max 5% moisture, 48-52% oil
- Best For: Food manufacturers, tahini, halva production
Premium Hulled 99.95% Purity (Sortex)
- FOB Price: $2.20 – $2.80 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Packing: Food-grade packaging, vacuum-sealed available
- Specifications: 99.95% purity, maximum whiteness, FFA <1.5%, aflatoxin tested
- Best For: Premium food brands, Japanese/Korean markets, confectionery
Europe Grade Hulled (99.97% Purity)
- FOB Price: $2.50 – $3.20 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Specifications: 99.97% purity, EU pesticide MRL compliant, heavy metal tested
- Certifications: Aflatoxin <4ppb, complete pesticide residue report
- Best For: EU markets, strict quality requirements
Natural Black Sesame Seeds
Machine Cleaned 98% Purity
- FOB Price: $1.40 – $1.85 per kg
- Minimum Order: 1,000 kg
- Specifications: Uniform black color, 48-50% oil content
- Best For: Asian food markets, bakery toppings
Sortex Cleaned 99% Purity
- FOB Price: $1.70 – $2.20 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Specifications: Deep black color, optical sorted, premium quality
- Best For: Specialty Asian markets, health food stores
Organic Sesame Seeds
NPOP/USDA Organic Natural White
- FOB Price: $2.40 – $3.20 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Certifications: NPOP and/or USDA Organic
- Best For: Organic tahini, organic food manufacturers
NPOP/USDA Organic Hulled White
- FOB Price: $3.20 – $4.20 per kg
- Minimum Order: 500 kg
- Certifications: NPOP and/or USDA Organic, complete traceability
- Best For: Premium organic brands, USA/EU organic markets
Volume Discounts & Pricing Tiers
All products eligible for volume-based pricing:
Standard Pricing: 1-5 MT per order (prices as listed above)
5-10 MT Discount: 3-5% reduction from base price
10-20 MT Discount: 5-8% reduction from base price
20+ MT / Container Load: 8-12% reduction from base price + preferential payment terms
Annual Contract (100+ MT): Custom-negotiated pricing, guaranteed supply allocation, dedicated quality control
What’s Included in Every Shipment
Standard Documentation
Quality Certificates:
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) from an NABL-accredited lab
- Curcumin/volatile oil content report (for cumin)
- Moisture analysis
- Purity percentage verification
Safety Testing:
- Multi-residue pesticide testing (200+ compounds)
- Heavy metal analysis (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury)
- Microbial testing (Salmonella, E.coli, Total Plate Count)
- Aflatoxin analysis
Export Documentation:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
- Certificate of Origin (issued by Chamber of Commerce)
- Phytosanitary Certificate (Plant Quarantine)
- FSSAI Certificate copy
- APEDA RCMC Certificate copy
- Fumigation Certificate (if applicable)
Certifications Available on Request:
- ISO 22000 certification copy
- HACCP certification
- Halal certificate
- Kosher certificate (for specific products)
- Organic certificates (NPOP, USDA, EU as applicable)
Payment Terms & Conditions
For New Buyers:
- 30-50% advance payment via wire transfer
- Balance 50-70% against copy of Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Letter of Credit (LC) at sight accepted
For Established Buyers (after 2+ successful shipments):
- 30% advance + 70% against B/L copy
- Letter of Credit with 30-60 day payment terms
- Negotiable payment structures for annual contracts
Payment Methods Accepted:
- Wire Transfer (SWIFT, IBAN)
- Letter of Credit (LC) through established banks
- PayPal / Wise (for sample orders only)
Packaging Options
Bulk Export Packaging:
- 25kg PP (Polypropylene) woven bags with inner liner
- 50kg PP bags with moisture-proof lining
- Jute bags (25-50kg) for organic products
- Food-grade liners to prevent contamination
Retail-Ready Packaging:
- 100g, 200g, 500g, 1kg stand-up pouches
- Vacuum-sealed packs for extended shelf life
- Private label printing available
- Custom branding and design support
Container Loading:
- 20ft container: ~20-22 MT capacity
- 40ft container: ~25-27 MT capacity
- Proper palletization and container stuffing
- Fumigation if required by the destination country
Shipping & Logistics
Primary Export Ports:
- Mundra Port, Gujarat (fastest clearance for Gujarat/Rajasthan origin)
- JNPT (Jawaharlal Nehru Port), Mumbai
- Kandla Port, Gujarat (alternative)
Typical Lead Times:
- Order confirmation to shipment: 7-14 days
- Sea freight to the Middle East: 10-15 days
- Sea freight to Europe: 25-35 days (Cape route due to Red Sea)
- Sea freight to USA East Coast: 30-40 days
- Sea freight to USA West Coast: 20-25 days
- Sea freight to Southeast Asia: 15-20 days
Freight Costs (Approximate – March 2026):
- To UAE/Saudi Arabia/Middle East: $800-$1,200 per container
- To Europe (Rotterdam/Hamburg): $2,500-$3,500 per container
- To USA (JNPT to LA/NY): $2,200-$3,200 per container
- To Southeast Asia: $800-$1,500 per container
Note: Freight rates fluctuate based on global shipping conditions, fuel costs, and seasonal demand. Above rates are indicative only.
Quality Assurance Guarantee
Pre-Shipment Inspection:
- Third-party inspection available (SGS, Bureau Veritas)
- Buyer can appoint own surveyor
- Video documentation of loading process
- Sample retention for quality disputes
Quality Claim Process:
- Claims must be filed within 15 days of container arrival
- Independent third-party testing required
- Resolution through replacement or credit adjustment
- Arbitration clause: Mumbai jurisdiction
Our Quality Commitment:
- Zero tolerance for artificial coloring or additives
- Strict pesticide residue compliance
- Regular supplier audits
- Batch-to-batch consistency monitoring
How to Order
Step 1: Request Sample (Recommended)
- Email us with desired products and specifications
- Sample cost: $50-$100, including DHL/FedEx shipping
- Receive samples within 5-7 days globally
- Test independently before bulk order
Step 2: Confirm Order
- Specify product, quantity, and packing requirements
- Receive a Proforma Invoice with exact pricing
- Confirm payment terms and shipping instructions
Step 3: Payment & Production
- Advance payment as agreed
- We procure, process, and pack your order
- Quality testing completed
- Pre-shipment documents shared for approval
Step 4: Shipment & Delivery
- Container loaded and sailed
- All original documents couriered
- Real-time tracking information provided
- Balance payment released as per terms
Step 5: After-Sales Support
- Customs clearance support
- Documentation clarifications
- Repeat order processing
- Market price updates
Why Buy Direct from Sadbhaav Spices?
APEDA Certified Exporter
- Registered with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority
- Full compliance with Indian export regulations
- Access to government export incentive schemes
FSSAI Licensed Facility
- Central FSSAI license for large-scale operations
- Regular food safety audits
- Hygienic processing standards
Direct Sourcing Advantage
- Purchase directly from Gujarat and Rajasthan farmers/APMCs
- No middleman markups
- Fresher stocks with longer shelf life
- Better control over quality and specifications
ISO & HACCP Certified Processing
- ISO 22000 food safety management
- HACCP critical control points
- Modern Sortex and cleaning equipment
- Pest-free storage facilities
Transparent Pricing
- Published price lists (updated quarterly)
- Clear cost breakdowns
- No hidden charges
- Volume discounts explicitly stated
Reliable Supply
- Strategic inventory at port warehouses
- Backup supplier network
- Consistent year-round availability
- Priority allocation for annual contract buyers
Important Notes
Pricing Validity:
- Prices valid through June 30, 2026
- Subject to change based on harvest conditions, currency fluctuation, and freight costs
- Confirmed orders locked at the quote price for 7 days
Minimum Orders:
- As specified per product (typically 500kg-2,000kg)
- Mixed container loads accepted (combine different products)
- Sample orders available from 500 g to 5 kg
Custom Requirements:
- Special packaging available on request
- Custom blend formulations supported
- Private labeling for quantities above 5 MT
- Organic conversion support for contract farming
Compliance:
- All products comply with FSSAI standards
- EU and USA market-ready documentation
- Country-specific requirements can be accommodated
- Halal/Kosher certification arranged on request
Ready to place your order? Email us your requirements today and receive a detailed quotation within 24 hours.
Prices are FOB Mundra/JNPT and exclude freight, insurance, and destination port charges. All specifications are indicative and subject to confirmation at time of order. This price list is for reference only and does not constitute a binding offer.