Premium Nigella Seeds (Nigella sativa – Kalonji, Black Cumin) – Export Quality Mahuva, Gujarat
Product Overview
Joshi Foods and Spices supplies Nigella Seeds (Nigella sativa – Black Seeds/Kalonji/Black Cumin), produced and sorted in Mahuva, Gujarat, India. High thymoquinone content and rich earthy flavor; trusted globally for culinary, cold-pressed oil, herb supplement, and medicinal uses. Varieties include machine-cleaned, sortex-cleaned, 99%+ purity, available whole, powder, and pharma oil grade. Suitable for spice, pharma, herbal, supplement industries.
- Scientific Name: Nigella sativa (Ranunculaceae family)
- Origin: Gujarat, Rajasthan top production, processed in Mahuva
- Grades: 98%, 99%, 99.5% purity, machine-cleaned, sortex, powder
- Key Compound: Thymoquinone (main essential oil, 30-35%)
- Packing: 25kg, 50kg PP/paper bags, private label, food/pharma grade bulk
- Certifications: FSSAI, HACCP, organic (on request), non-GMO, salmonella/metal analyzed
Product Specifications
| Type | Nigella Seeds (Nigella sativa – Black Cumin – Kalonji) |
|---|---|
| Grades | 98%/99%/99.5% purity, machine-cleaned, sortex-cleaned, powder |
| Thymoquinone | High (30–35% oil content typical) |
| Moisture | Max 8% |
| Color | Jet black (whole), grey powder, uniform flakes |
| Foreign Matter | Max 1% |
| Broken Seeds | Max 5% |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months (cool, dry storage) |
| Packing | 25kg/50kg PP/paper bags, custom private label |
| Certifications | FSSAI, HACCP, GMP, USDA Organic (on request) |
| Country of Origin | India |
Nutritional Value (per 100g dry product)
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 16.0 g |
| Fat | 15.0 g |
| - saturated fat | 0.5 g |
| - trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 52.0 g |
| - of which sugars | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | 40.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 g |
| Salt (Na x2.5) | 0.22 g |
| Energy | 345 kcal / 1444 kJ |
Applications & Industries Served
- Spice blending, flavoring, and seasoning manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, herbal supplement companies
- Oil extraction (cold-pressed, capsules), wellness and immune support
- Bakeries, pickling, healthy food brands, cosmetics, ethnic cuisine
- Global B2B traders, private label, retail brands, contract packers
Why Choose Joshi Foods and Spices?
- Direct Mahuva, Gujarat manufacturer and exporter, reliable sourcing and supply chain
- Batch-tested purity, thymoquinone, non-GMO, metal and pesticide analysis
- Custom bulk, private label, and export documentation – shipped worldwide
- Responsive logistics, competitive rates, high traceability
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which grades of nigella do you supply?
- 98%, 99%, 99.5% machine clean, sortex clean, powder, organic, pharmaceutical and oil grades
- What are typical pack sizes?
- 25kg, 50kg PP/paper bags; customized private label and export cartons available
- Is the nigella oil content suitable for pharma?
- Yes, oil content varies from 30–35% thymoquinone-rich for pharma/wellness use
- Are the seeds certified and tested?
- FSSAI, HACCP, non-GMO, salmonella and metal tested, lab test for each batch
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