DRIED HERBS & BOTANICAL INGREDIENTS
Ajwain – B2B Export Product Details
Technical, commercial and procurement information for international buyers.
Product Description
Ajwain is an India-origin dried herb, spice or botanical ingredient supplied for international B2B procurement. The declared botanical/raw-material identity is Trachyspermum ammi, using Dried fruit/seed. In the contracted grade it is presented as Small, oval, ridged whole seeds/fruits; cleaned and graded, with a typical olive-brown to grey-brown appearance, strong, warm, thyme-like characteristic aroma and pungent, warm and slightly bitter taste profile. Available commercial supply is Whole; crushed/ground only if ordered; cut size, mesh, grading, sterilization or other processing requirements should be agreed before order confirmation.
Typical applications include Spice blends; savoury seasonings; bakery and snack formulations; pickles and chutneys; ready foods; spice extracts/oleoresin processing where appropriate.. For export purchasing, the buyer should approve a written product specification and batch COA. Recommended quality verification includes Botanical identity; moisture; foreign matter; total ash/acid-insoluble ash where specified; volatile oil where required; microbiological profile including Salmonella/E. coli; pesticide residues; heavy metals; aflatoxins/mycotoxins where destination or buyer specification requires.. No additives expected for a single-ingredient grade unless specifically declared; any preservative, sulphite, carrier, sugar, oil or processing aid must be disclosed on the specification/COA Final acceptance criteria, destination-country limits, lab methods and labeling requirements always govern the shipment.
Damodarr Global supports bulk procurement with food-grade export packaging, customized packing subject to MOQ, quality-document coordination and standard commercial export documentation. The standard export MOQ shown for this content set is 1 Metric Ton; shipment terms, lead time, Incoterm, packing configuration and testing panel should be confirmed in the quotation.
Product & Commercial Profile
Core identity and supply information for enquiry comparison.
Category
DRIED HERBS & BOTANICAL INGREDIENTS
Botanical / Scientific Name
Trachyspermum ammi
Common Name
Ajwain / Carom Seed
Plant Part / Raw Material
Dried fruit/seed
Form
Whole; crushed/ground only if ordered
Indicative HS Code
091099 (indicative; verify before filing)
Technical & Quality Profile
Final acceptance criteria should follow the buyer-approved specification and applicable batch COA.
Appearance
Small, oval, ridged whole seeds/fruits; cleaned and graded
Color
Olive-brown to grey-brown
Aroma
Strong, warm, thyme-like characteristic aroma
Taste
Pungent, warm and slightly bitter
Moisture
As per approved Product Specification / batch COA
Foreign Matter
Controlled; as per approved Product Specification / batch COA
Purity
As per Buyer Specification / batch COA; identity, cleanliness and composition must match the approved product specification.
Particle / Cut Size
Whole grade or cut size as ordered; crushed/ground form may change HS classification
Additives / Carrier Declaration
No additives expected for a single-ingredient grade unless specifically declared; any preservative, sulphite, carrier, sugar, oil or processing aid must be disclosed on the specification/COA
Storage
Store in sealed food-grade packaging in a cool, dry, clean, odour-free area away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and pests. Protect powders and hygroscopic ingredients from humidity; follow FIFO/FEFO and buyer-agreed storage conditions.
Product Highlights
- Country of Origin: India
- Botanical identity: Trachyspermum ammi
- Commercial form: Whole; crushed/ground only if ordered
- Export-grade bulk supply for B2B buyers
- Buyer-specification grading / cut size / mesh where applicable
- Batch testing and export documentation support
- For Ajwain, volatile oil/thymol may be specified because aroma strength is a key commercial parameter
Available Export Forms
- Whole
- crushed/ground only if ordered
- customized cut size / mesh / cleaning grade subject to buyer specification
Applications
- Spice blends
- savoury seasonings
- bakery and snack formulations
- pickles and chutneys
- ready foods
- spice extracts/oleoresin processing where appropriate
Industries & Buyer Types
- Spice and seasoning manufacturers
- food processors
- snack and ready-food manufacturers
- sauce/pickle manufacturers
- ingredient importers and distributors
- food-service and private-label buyers
Packaging & Export Documentation
Packaging Options
- 10 kg / 20 kg / 25 kg food-grade export bags
- PP bags with food-grade inner liner or kraft paper bags as suitable
- Customized bulk packaging / private-label packaging subject to MOQ
Export Documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Product Specification Sheet
- SDS / MSDS where requested
- Microbiological Test Report where applicable
- Heavy Metal Test Report where applicable
- Pesticide Residue Report where required
- Certificate of Origin
- Phytosanitary / Fumigation Certificate subject to commodity and importing-country requirements
- Commercial Invoice and Packing List
COA / Lab Parameters Buyers May Specify
Testing scope should be agreed by product, buyer specification and destination-market requirement.
- Botanical identity
- moisture
- foreign matter
- total ash/acid-insoluble ash where specified
- volatile oil where required
- microbiological profile including Salmonella/E. coli
- pesticide residues
- heavy metals
- aflatoxins/mycotoxins where destination or buyer specification requires
Export Compliance & Pre-Shipment Checks
Agricultural and food-ingredient export requirements vary by product form and destination market.
Use the current Indian export and destination-market requirements applicable to the exact product form. Confirm IEC and applicable FSSAI/exporter registrations; Spices Board registration may apply to spices/spice products, and APEDA requirements may apply to scheduled agricultural products. Check destination-country pesticide MRLs, microbiological/contaminant limits, labeling rules, import permits and plant-health requirements before shipment. Phytosanitary and fumigation certificates are issued/provided only where the commodity and importing-country conditions require them. Country-of-origin statements on shipping documents must match the actual legally qualifying origin of the shipped lot.
Indicative HS reference: 091099. Verify the current Indian 8-digit ITC(HS) before customs filing. Classification can change with whole vs. ground/powder form, drying method, added carriers/sugars, blends, extracts or other processing, and tariff revisions.
Why International Buyers Source This Product from India
International buyers source India-origin Ajwain for food, herbal, spice, botanical and ingredient applications. India provides an established agricultural and botanical processing base with commercial cleaning, grading, cutting, milling and export packing capabilities. Buyer approval should be tied to botanical identity, correct plant part, sensory profile, cleanliness, moisture, microbiology, residues, heavy metals and other product-specific parameters. For Ajwain, volatile oil/thymol may be specified because aroma strength is a key commercial parameter.
Why Choose Damodarr Global
- Standard export MOQ starting from 1 Metric Ton
- India-origin Ajwain supplied in cleaned and graded commercial grades
- Buyer-specification processing, sizing/mesh and quality parameters
- Batch-wise COA and third-party laboratory testing support where required
- Food-grade bulk packaging and customized packing options
- Certificate of Origin, commercial export documents and destination-specific documentation support
- Dedicated B2B support for importers, distributors, manufacturers and private-label buyers
Target Buyer Profile
- Primary buyers: Spice and seasoning manufacturers, food processors, snack and ready-food manufacturers
- Typical buyer markets: importers and manufacturers across Middle East, Europe, North America and Southeast Asia sourcing India-origin Ajwain
- Best fit for buyers who need: buyer-specification grading, batch COA/lab testing support, and private-label or custom bulk packaging
What Buyers Should Confirm Before Requesting a Quotation
- Required product form / grade: Whole; crushed/ground only if ordered
- Particle or cut-size requirement: Whole grade or cut size as ordered; crushed/ground form may change HS classification
- Order quantity against MOQ: 1 Metric Ton
- Required COA / laboratory parameters and any buyer-specific limits
- Bulk or private-label packaging format, pack weight and labeling requirements
- Destination country, importer requirements, shipment documents and any plant-health / treatment conditions that apply
- HS classification: use 091099 (indicative; verify before filing) only as an indicative reference and verify the final applicable ITC(HS) before filing
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyer-focused FAQs for Ajwain.
What is Ajwain and what botanical identity should be declared?
Ajwain is supplied as an India-origin botanical/food ingredient. The botanical identity is Trachyspermum ammi, and the contracted plant part/raw material is Dried fruit/seed. The specification and COA should use the same identity.
Which export forms of Ajwain are available?
The standard commercial form is Whole; crushed/ground only if ordered. Additional cut sizes, milling/mesh grades or related forms can be supplied only where agreed in the purchase specification.
What are the main B2B applications for Ajwain?
Typical applications include Spice blends; savoury seasonings; bakery and snack formulations; pickles and chutneys. Suitability depends on the buyer's formulation, destination-market rules and final approved grade.
Which quality tests should an importer request for Ajwain?
A buyer should request a batch COA and, where relevant, testing for Botanical identity; moisture; foreign matter; total ash/acid-insoluble ash where specified; volatile oil where required; microbiological profile including Salmonella/E. coli. Product-specific marker or functional tests should be included when contractually required.
What is the MOQ and can packaging be customized?
The standard export MOQ is 1 Metric Ton. Food-grade bulk packaging, customized pack weights and private-label options can be discussed subject to product, pack format and order volume.
What HS code and export documents apply to Ajwain?
The indicative HS reference in this sheet is 091099. The final Indian 8-digit ITC(HS) must be verified for the exact form/composition before filing. Typical shipment documents include Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, COA and product-specific certificates such as phytosanitary or fumigation documentation where the importing country requires them.
Are additives or carriers used in Ajwain?
No additives expected for a single-ingredient grade unless specifically declared; any preservative, sulphite, carrier, sugar, oil or processing aid must be disclosed on the specification/COA
Export note: Regulatory, testing, labeling, phytosanitary, fumigation and documentation requirements can change by commodity, processing form and importing country. Confirm the current requirements for the specific shipment before dispatch.
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