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Jeera Powder

Dhania-Jeera powder ek classic Indian spice blend hai jo Coriander aur Cumin seeds ko specific ratio (aam taur par 3:1 ya 2:1) mein mix karke banaya jata hai. Ye powder khane ko ek bhini-bhini khushbu (aroma) aur gehra swaad deta hai.

Quick Facts

  • Botanical Names: Coriandrum sativum (Coriander) & Cuminum cyminum (Cumin)
  • HS Code: 091091 (Mixed Spices / Spice Blends)
  • Origin: India (Mainly Gujarat aur Rajasthan)
  • Shelf Life: 12 Months (Aroma barqarar rakhne ke liye air-tight storage zaroori hai)
  • Certifications: FSSAI, APEDA, Spices Board Registered

Quick Facts

  • Botanical Names: Coriandrum sativum (Coriander) & Cuminum cyminum (Cumin)
  • HS Code: 091091 (Mixed Spices / Spice Blends)
  • Origin: India (Mainly Gujarat aur Rajasthan)
  • Shelf Life: 12 Months (Aroma barqarar rakhne ke liye air-tight storage zaroori hai)
  • Certifications: FSSAI, APEDA, Spices Board Registered

Composition & Quality Grades

Is blend ki quality seeds ki purity aur unme maujood Volatile Oil content par depend karti hai.

Component

Standard Ratio

Key Characteristic

Role in Blend

Coriander (Dhania)

60% – 75%

Mild, citrusy, and earthy

Body aur texture provide karna

Cumin (Jeera)

25% – 40%

Strong, nutty, and peppery

Aroma aur digestive properties dena

Technical Specifications

Physical Properties

  • Appearance: Fine ground powder, greenish-brown color.
  • Aroma: Characteristic warm, earthy fragrance.
  • Mesh Size: 40 to 60 mesh.
  • Purity: 99% Min.
  • Moisture: Max 9% (Longer shelf life ke liye).

Logistics & Packaging

Kyuki isme volatile oils hote hain, isse humidity aur tez dhoop se bachana bohot zaroori hai.

  • Materialsl: Laminated Pouches, PP Bags with Liner, ya Aluminum Foil packaging (best for aroma retention).
  • Standard Sizes: 100g, 200g, 500g, 1kg, aur 25kg (Bulk).
  • Loading Capacity:
  • 20 FT Container: Approx 12–14 Metric Tons.
  • 40 FT Container: Approx 22–24 Metric Tons.

Chemical & Safety Standards

  • Volatile Oil: Min 0.25% (Aroma quality check).
  • Total Ash: Max 9.5%.
  • Acid Insoluble Ash: Max 1.5%.
  • Salmonella/E. Coli: Negative (Export quality standard).

Common Global Names

  • Hindi: धनिया-जीरा पाउडर (Dhania-Jeera Powder)
  • Spanish: Comino y Cilantro en polvo
  • Arabic: مسحوق الكمون والكزبرة (Mas'huq al-kammun wal-kuzbara)
  • French: Poudre de cumin et coriandre
  • English: Cumin-Coriander Spice Blend

Primary Applications

  • Culinary: Indian curries, dal, sabzi, aur stir-fries ka base ingredient.
  • Spice Blends: Garam masala aur Curry powder banane ka main base.
  • Health: Digestion behtar karne aur metabolism boost karne ke liye natural remedy ke taur par istemal.