Premium Indian Spices & Seeds Manufacturer
Joshi Foods and Spices is a direct processor and exporter of high-quality Indian spices, spice powders, and oilseeds. Sourced from the best growing regions in Gujarat and across India, our products are processed to meet stringent international standards for moisture, purity, and natural volatile oil content.
We supply machine-cleaned whole seeds and finely milled powders to spice blenders, food manufacturers, and bulk importers globally. All shipments are supported by comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) and phytosanitary certificates.
Export Quality Standards
Our spices are graded and processed to meet key international specifications for color, heat, and purity.
| Metric | Applies To | What It Means for Buyers |
|---|---|---|
| ASTA Color Value | Red Chilli Powder, Turmeric | Measures extractable color. Higher ASTA means brighter, more vibrant natural food coloring for sauces and blends. |
| SHU (Scoville Units) | Red Chilli Powder, Pepper | Measures heat/pungency. We offer specific SHU ranges to ensure consistent flavor in commercial recipes. |
| Volatile Oil Content | Cumin, Coriander, Dill | Indicates the concentration of flavor-producing essential oils. Essential for robust marinades and pickling. |
| Sortex Purity | Sesame, Fenugreek, Cumin | Optical sorting removes discolored seeds and foreign matter, ensuring 99%+ purity for premium retail packing. |
Premium Spice Powders
Red Chilli Powder
Customizable ASTA color and SHU heat levels. Sourced from premium Indian chilli varieties.
Turmeric Powder
High curcumin content (2-5% variants). Provides vibrant color and natural health benefits to food products.
Black Pepper Powder
Sharp, penetrating aroma with high piperine content. A universal necessity for savory manufacturing.
White Pepper Powder
Finely milled from decorticated peppercorns. Delivers earthy heat without speckling light-colored sauces.
Whole Seeds & Oilseeds
Cumin Seeds
Machine-cleaned and sortex options. High volatile oil content for intense, earthy flavor in spice blends.
Coriander Seeds
Bright, citrusy aroma. Whole and split grades available for pickling, curries, and sausage making.
Fenugreek Seeds
Clean, golden-yellow seeds. Imparts a complex, slightly bitter profile essential for Indian masalas.
Sesame Seeds
Natural white, hulled, and black varieties. High-oil seeds perfect for bakery, tahini, and confectionery.
Mustard Seeds
Pungent brown and black seeds. Widely used in condiment manufacturing, pickling, and tempering.
Nigella Seeds (Kalonji)
Distinctive onion-like flavor. Used extensively in flatbreads, naan, and specialty spice mixes.
White Pepper Whole
Premium creamy-white peppercorns with a mild, fermented aroma. Ideal for delicate European dishes.
Cloves
Intensely aromatic and sweet-spicy. Essential for baking, pickling, and complex savory rubs.
Global Export Markets for Indian Spices
We export premium Indian spices and seeds with full compliance documentation to major global markets:
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you provide sortex-cleaned seeds?
- Yes, our whole seeds including cumin, sesame, and fenugreek undergo machine sorting and sortex cleaning to ensure up to 99.9% purity for export markets.
- What is the standard moisture content for export spices?
- Export-grade Indian spice powders typically maintain a moisture content of 8-10% max, while whole seeds range between 6-9% max depending on the specific commodity.
- Can you match specific ASTA color and SHU requirements for chilli powder?
- Yes, we blend and process different varieties of Indian red chilli to meet specific buyer requirements for ASTA color value and Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
- How do you pack spices for export?
- We use food-grade 20/25 kg PP bags, paper bags, or poly-lined cartons. Custom private label packaging for retail and distribution is also available upon request.